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John Mellor (same name as The Clash Joe Strummer) aka Johnny Darke, rercorded this rare single for Carrere label. Released in November 1979, the best year for powerpop, contains all the powerpopper ingredients. A gem to discover for many fans.

Johnny Darke - I'm Not A Beliver [7" Carrere 1979]

From Cheshunt in Hertfordshire, the line-up was Alex Kinder on vocals, Tracy Graham playing bass, Den Pugsley and Tony Skeggs on guitars and the drummer Steve Bay. Recorded 'Catch Me' at Majestic Studios in April 1977, a strong powerpoper tune with punk overtones, only isusued as a single in Holland, Belgium, Germany and Scandinavia with differents pic covers. Jetz broke up in 1979, people disappeared in all directions : Steve Bay went to The Physicals, Tracy Graham with The Hollywood Killers, Skeggs and Pugsley formed The Pencils.

The Jetz - Catch Me [7" Rebel Records 1977]

The Pencils were more oriented pop, but also enjoyable, released three singles between 1982 and 83, If You Really Wanna Hurt Somebody was their second one effort.

The Pencils - If You Wanna Hurt Somebody [7" The Next Record Co. 1982]