COMP STOMP

Allez Al

Josh Punk o Rama 3 was the first comp I bought

The Punk-O-Rama and Fat Music comps must've introduced so many people into punk. The Short Music for Short People comp was the first time I'd heard Black Flag, Circle Jerks, Descendents, the Dwarves so in the Allez Al Canon, it matters.

Johnny Sick

Loving this thread - it's like a treasure chest of great comps. I’m totally with most of you: I’ve always loved compilations, and a lot of the ones mentioned here (KBD, BFTG, Nuggets, etc.) are essential listening. All that garage/punk/raw energy stuff shaped a big part of my taste too.
That said, what really gets me going are the comps rooted in early r’n’r, surf, rhythm & blues, funk, and soul. Stuff that’s sweaty, wild, and danceable - you know? I’m talking about comps like Sin Alley, Savage Kick, Las Vegas Grind, Jerk Boom Bam!, Twistin' Rumble, Shakin' Fit / Whip It On 'Em / Show Me What You Got!, Jerk! Shake! And Vibrate!, Jungle Exotica...
To me, these comps are like time machines - full of raw grooves, sleaze, and forgotten bangers. They go beyond just historical value - they move you, literally.

11th hour stubble

this un is pretty novel:

https://www.discogs.com/release/1012544-Various-The-Youll-Hate-This-Record-Record

got plastic vomit glued to the cover.

I love comps, from KBD/Bloodstains to BFTG/Teenage Shutdown/Nuggets/pebbles to k-tel/golden oldies/Rhino's worst records ever/dance craze dollar bin shite to Red Snerts/Waves/ Subterranean Modern. Was and am still blown away by Messthetics cds. Smash the State good for Canuck KBD:

https://www.discogs.com/master/887016-Various-Smash-The-State-Volume-One-A-Compilation-Of-Canadian-Punk-Rock-1979-81

I'm sure people know this one as it got quite famous, but it is a great modern comp:
https://www.discogs.com/release/6363872-Various-Native-North-America-Vol-1

Johnny Sick you know this one?
https://www.discogs.com/master/465815-Various-Black-Rock-N-Roll
it's fantastic.

Johnny Sick

11th hour stubble you know this one?
https://www.discogs.com/master/465815-Various-Black-Rock-N-Roll
it's fantastic.

Yeah, totally - Black' Rock 'N' Roll is actually where it all started! It's basically the early version of Savage Kick - same comp, same raw R&B/rock’n’roll vibe, just a different name on the cover for the first couple volumes. So yep, I definitely know it - and love it! That series is one of my all-time favorites. Sleazy, gritty, and 100% my thing.
Funny how they just quietly switched the name to Savage Kick later on without really rebooting the series - just kept going with that same killer formula. Honestly, whether it's called Black' Rock 'N' Roll or Savage Kick, it's pure gold.

Johnny Sick

Recently picked up two great compilations. Here are my thoughts:

Tremblin’: Steamy and Atmospheric Female R&B

This is a fantastic collection of rare female R&B tracks, mostly from the 1950s and 1960s. The mood is smoky and emotional, with slow and mid-tempo songs that feel perfect for a late-night listen. The vocals are raw and expressive, and the production has that echo-heavy, haunting quality that really pulls you in. It’s great if you’re into the moodier, more intimate side of vintage R&B.

Rhythm and Blues Guitar Crushers Vol. 1

A very energetic and gritty set of guitar-driven R&B cuts. The focus here is on sharp riffs, wild solos, and a raw electric sound that leans toward early blues-rock. There are some lesser-known artists, but the playing is always tight and intense. This is perfect for fans of rough-edged rhythm and blues with lots of attitude and groove.

WaxFiend'77

I'm an unapologetic lover of compilations! They turn you on to new stuff, often include more dynamic and interesting transitions/juxtapositions than a same-y one band record, and are great for when you’re djing and have to pee.

Like many have said already, KBD, Bloodstains, Mississippi records tapes&comps, Back from The Grave, Girls in The Garage, Punk 45 etc. are absolute gems and have greatly expanded my knowledge and taste.

I’d also like to put in a good word for:

-N.O. Experience. Excellent punky power pop stuff out of Louisiana.

-Garage Punk Unknowns (speaks for itself)

-Messthetics DIY Compilations (they use the term “indie” but it’s safe, I promise)

AND I mustn't forget to include the 4 disc cd compilation that changed my life as a teenager when I checked it out from my local library. No Thanks: The 70’s Punk Rebellion.
Can't wait to check out the other recommendations on here. Comps rule.

Nathan Loud

Hail Eno!

I think about this a lot.

PaddyBullocks

Ryan Sweeney

Love comps!
The CHEAPO CRYPT SAMPLER was my intro to a few great bands. When I heard it, I had only known of New Bomb Turks, Devil Dogs, and Teengenerate

Also the RIOT CITY! comp on Satan Records was a huge one for me. It was the first time I realized that there was tons of really great, oddball, underground rock n roll records from the 60's. I was a teenager when I first heard that one and I had previously thought that pretty much anything in the 60's was what I heard on oldies radio. Really opened my eyes and ears!

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