The Boys is the debut studio album by English punk rock band The Boys, released in 1977.
Background
After leaving London SS, vocalist and guitaist Matt Dangerfield and keyboardist Casino Steel formed the Boys in London in 1976; the line-up also featured guitarist "Honest" John Plain bassist Duncan "Kid" Reid, and drummer Jack Black. Throughout the year and 1977, the band played shows before signing to NEMS Records. "I Don't Care", the band's debut single, was released in April 1977, followed by "First Time" in July 1977, prior to their self-titled debut studio album in November 1977.
Track listing
All tracks composed by Casino Steel and Matt Dangerfield; except where indicated.
Side A
"Sick On You" (Matheson, Steel) Lead vocal Kid Reid
"I Call Your Name" (John Lennon, Paul McCartney) Lead vocal Matt Dangerfield
"Tumble With Me" (Matheson, Steel) Lead vocal Reid
"Tonight" Lead vocal Dangerfield
"I Don't Care" Lead vocal Reid
"Soda Pressing" Lead vocal Dangerfield
"No Money" Lead vocal Dangerfield
Side B
"First Time" (Plain) Lead vocal Reid
"Box Number" Lead vocal Reid
"Kiss Like a Nun" Lead vocal Dangerfield
"Cop Cars" Lead vocal Reid
"Keep Running" Lead vocal Dangerfield
"Tenement Kids" Lead vocal Dangerfield
"Living in the City" Lead vocal Dangerfield
Personnel
Matt Dangerfield – guitar, lead and backing vocals
Honest John Plain – guitar, backing vocals
Casino Steel – piano, backing vocals
Kid Reid – bass, backing and lead vocals
Jack Black – drums
Charts
References
Citations
Sources
External links
The Boys (deluxe edition) at YouTube (streamed copy where licensed)
