CHRON GEN - FREE LIVE EP / LIVE NEXT DOOR TO ALICE / RIPPER / PUPPETS OF WAR 7" PS SINGLE VINYL

Chron Gen, the British punk powerhouse, comes to life in a raw live EP recorded at the Regal Auditorium, Hitchin, on 9 December 1981. Featuring tracks like "Live Next Door to Alice," "Ripper," and "Puppets of War" on a 7" PS single vinyl, the recording captures the band's rebellious spirit and socio-political commentary. A sonic journey into the unfiltered energy of the early '80s punk scene, Chron Gen's legacy endures as a testament to musical rebellion.

 

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CHRON GEN Unleashes Raw Energy with FREE LIVE EP: Punk Rock Rebellion Captured on Vinyl
Album Description:

In a burst of sonic anarchy, British punk stalwarts CHRON GEN have unleashed their FREE LIVE EP, a blistering 7" single that captures the band's unbridled energy and rebellious spirit. Recorded live at the Regal Auditorium in Hitchin on December 9th, 1981, this vinyl disc is a raw and unfiltered document of a band at the peak of their powers.

A Sonic Time Capsule of UK82

CHRON GEN's music is a snarling response to the social and political turmoil of the early 1980s. The band's sound is a raw, unadulterated blast of punk rock fury, driven by furious drumming, distorted guitars, and Glynn Barber's distinctive vocals, which veer from a menacing growl to a desperate howl.

Tracks like "Live Next Door to Alice," "Ripper," and "Puppets of War" are not just songs; they're anthems for a generation disillusioned with the status quo. The lyrics are filled with social commentary, railing against authority and celebrating the spirit of rebellion.

Punk Rock Authenticity, No Studio Trickery

The FREE LIVE EP is a testament to CHRON GEN's commitment to punk rock authenticity. This isn't some overproduced studio creation; it's a raw and unvarnished document of a live performance. The sound is raw and gritty, with the audience's cheers and shouts adding to the atmosphere of controlled chaos.

This EP is a must-have for any self-respecting punk rocker. It's a sonic time capsule of a bygone era, a reminder of the power of punk rock to challenge the status quo and give voice to the voiceless. So crank up the volume, let your hair down, and get ready to experience the raw power of CHRON GEN.

Music Genre:

British Punk Rock

Label & Catalognr:

 Secret Freebie

Media Format:

Record Format: 7" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record

Year & Country:

1981

Publishers:

Published by Rak-Chinnichap, "On the Green", Illegal

Chinn, Chapman & Chinnichap Profiles

Nicky Chinn — Songwriter / Producer

Nicholas Barry Chinn, the sharp-suited hitmaker of the glam era, was less about riffs and more about hooks sharp enough to slice through the Top 40. He built pop grenades that exploded on radios across the UK, turning Suzi Quatro, Mud, and The Sweet into household names. If Mike Chapman was the muscle, Chinn was the strategist—pulling strings, writing lines, and packaging glitter for the masses.

  • Primary Role – Songwriter / Producer
  • Country – United Kingdom
  • Years Active – 1970s–1990s
  • Bands – The Sweet, Mud, Suzi Quatro, Smokie
  • Associated Acts – Chinnichap Productions
Selected Discography
  • The Sweet – “Blockbuster!” (1973)
  • Suzi Quatro – “Can the Can” (1973)
  • Mud – “Tiger Feet” (1974)
  • Smokie – “Living Next Door to Alice” (1976)
Mike Chapman — Producer / Musician

Michael Donald Chapman came from Queensland with a guitar in hand and a producer’s ear tuned to gold. If Chinn mapped the battlefield, Chapman supplied the heavy artillery—crunching arrangements, slick production, and a knack for making everything sound bigger than life. From glam anthems with The Sweet to Blondie’s “Parallel Lines”, he was the sonic sculptor who made radio sound like the center of the universe.

  • Primary Role – Producer / Songwriter / Musician
  • Country – Australia / United States
  • Years Active – 1970s–present
  • Bands – The Sweet, Blondie, The Knack, Pat Benatar
  • Associated Acts – Chinnichap Productions
Selected Discography
  • The Sweet – “Ballroom Blitz” (1973)
  • Blondie – “Parallel Lines” (1978)
  • The Knack – “Get the Knack” (1979)
  • Pat Benatar – “Crimes of Passion” (1980)
Chinnichap — Songwriting & Production Duo

Together Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman became Chinnichap, the glam-rock hit factory that ruled the UK charts in the 1970s. They wrote riffs that stuck like bubblegum and choruses that glittered louder than a strobe light. Chinn plotted the hooks, Chapman built the sound, and the result was an unstoppable string of anthems that turned The Sweet, Suzi Quatro, and Mud into chart royalty. They weren’t just producers; they were architects of a whole pop moment.

  • Primary Role – Songwriting & Production Team
  • Country – United Kingdom / Australia
  • Years Active – 1970s–1980s
  • Bands – The Sweet, Suzi Quatro, Mud, Smokie
  • Associated Acts – Blondie, The Knack, Pat Benatar
Selected Discography
  • The Sweet – “Ballroom Blitz” (1973)
  • Suzi Quatro – “48 Crash” (1973)
  • Mud – “Tiger Feet” (1974)
  • Smokie – “If You Think You Know How to Love Me” (1975)
Sound & Recording Engineers:

Engineered by T. Patrick

Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: CHRON GEN - Free Live EP / Live next door to Alice / Ripper / Puppets of War
Complete Track-listing of the album "CHRON GEN - Free Live EP / Live next door to Alice / Ripper / Puppets of War"

The detailed tracklist of this record "CHRON GEN - Free Live EP / Live next door to Alice / Ripper / Puppets of War" is:

    Side A:
  1. Living Next Door To Alice
    Side B:
  1. Ripper
  2. Puppets of War