The Thought Criminals ‎– Speed Madness And Flying Saucers VG+/VG+ (’80 First Pressing)

The Thought Criminals’ debut album, Speed Madness And Flying Saucers, is a blast of raw, untamed punk energy from the late 70s Australian scene. Formed in Sydney in 1977, the Thought Criminals embodied the DIY spirit of punk, channeling their youthful frustrations and social commentary into fast, angular songs. This long-lost album, finally available again after disappearing in 1980, captures the band’s rough and ready sound, a sound that wouldn’t be out of place alongside other first wave punk bands. Expect blistering guitar riffs, pounding drums, and vocals that snarl and sneer with a healthy dose of attitude. The album title hints at the lyrical themes, with songs exploring teenage angst, societal issues, and even a touch of sci-fi weirdness. Speed Madness And Flying Saucers is a vital piece of Australian punk history, a document of a band letting loose and making a racket on their own terms.