The Vibrators: V2
Ira Robbins, Trouser Press, July 1978
THE VIBRATORS' first album, over a year ago, was a great disposable album of lasting significance. The short songs contained all the elements of great pop, done up in a raw, new wave fashion. Melodies, hooks, catchy choruses all added up to a unique blend of forms.
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