The Primitives have the distinction of creating—arguably—one of the top ten greatest “one hit wonder” singles of all time with their perfect ‘90s pop gem “Crash.” They’re back with Spin-O-Rama, their first album of entirely original material in 22 years. Fans of their brand of sunshine-infused, jangly guitar Power Pop will be thrilled with this new… Continue reading Primitives at Pop Shifter
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Primitives at Read Junk
The British alternative band The Primitives from the late 80s and 90s are back with a brand new full-length of new material after many years not together. This album turned me from a casual fan of that one song on the Dumb and Dumber soundtrack to a hardcore listener of the band! The Primitives released… Continue reading Primitives at Read Junk
Primitives at The Vinyl District
For a US lad of the late-‘80s, the indie pop of The Primitives was a welcome pleasure. Most folks know them for ’88’s Lovely and its accompanying hit single “Crash,” but after breaking up in the early-‘90s the band reformed roughly half a decade back. The group’s latest LP Spin-O-Rama is out this week via the Elefantlabel; if it doesn’t reach the… Continue reading Primitives at The Vinyl District
The Primitives at KEXP
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Primitives at Breaking More Waves
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Primitives at Austin Town Hall
What do you do when you haven’t written new music in 22 years? Well, if you’re the Primitivesyou knock it out of the fucking park. The legendary band have completed their first album in over two decades, and if you’er wondering how good it can sound then just let yourself smile as you press play below.… Continue reading Primitives at Austin Town Hall