| The Boys | ||||
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| Released | 23 September 1977 | |||
| Studio | Utopia (London) | |||
| Genre | Punk rock, pop punk | |||
| Label | NEMS | |||
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| The Boys chronology | ||||
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [1] |
| Q | [2] |
| Sounds |  [3] |
| Uncut | 8/10 [4] |
The Boys is the debut studio album by English punk rock band the Boys, released in 1977. [1]
After leaving London SS, vocalist and guitarist Matt Dangerfield and keyboardist Casino Steel formed the Boys in London in 1976; the line-up also featured guitarist "Honest" John Plain bassist Duncan "Kid" Reid, and drummer Jack Black. Throughout the year and 1977, the band played shows before signing to NEMS Records. "I Don't Care", the band's debut single, was released in April 1977, followed by "First Time" in July 1977, prior to their self-titled debut studio album in November 1977. [5]
All tracks composed by Casino Steel and Matt Dangerfield; except where indicated.
| Chart (1977) | Peak position |
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| UK Albums (OCC) [6] | 50 |
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