Various Artists – Belfast Rock (LP, Compilation, Limited Edition, Splatter Vinyl, 2022)

Label: Radiation Reissues – RRS171
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Reissue, White/Green Splatter
Released: 28 October 2022
Country: Italy
Genre: Punk / Rock / Power Pop

Overview:

Originally compiled in 1978 by Belfast producer George Doherty, Belfast Rock was the first vinyl release to spotlight the city’s emerging punk and hard rock scene during the height of The Troubles. This 2022 reissue by Radiation Reissues revives the compilation on white and green splatter vinyl, featuring rare tracks from bands like The Detonators, Pretty Boy Floyd & The Gems, and The Jumpers. A vital document of Northern Ireland’s underground music history.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. Pretty Boy Floyd & The Gems – Spread The Word Around
2. Blue Steam – Cortina Cowboys
3. Cobra – Looking For A Lady
4. Jumpers – Jimmy Jump
5. No Sweat – You Should Be So Lucky
6. Detonators – Cruisin'

Side B

1. Blue Steam – Lizard King
2. No Sweat – Start All Over Again
3. Cobra – Graveyard Boogie
4. Pretty Boy Floyd & The Gems – Rough Tough Pretty Too
5. Jumpers – Baby C'mon
6. Detonators – Light At Your Window

Features & Credits:

• Vinyl Colour: White/Green splatter (Limited to 500 copies)
• Sleeve: Cardboard with Radiation branding
• Producer: George Doherty
• Original Label: Rip Off Records (1978)
• Barcode: 8055515233070