Redskins – Neither Washington Or Moscow
Formed in the early ‘80’s the Redskins were primarily a soul band with socialist punk attitude.
Red Wedge stalwarts they became known as much for their catchy, danceable songs as their extreme left wing leanings. They only manage to record one LP, but what an album that was. Chock full of horn led, motown, rockabilly and punk influenced songs fuelled by melodic, powerful vocals from main man Chris Dean, Neither Washington Or Moscow was a staggering triumph during a time where money spoke & Thatcher ruled.
Several singles were released during the bands life including the classics ‘Lean On Me’, ‘Keep On Keeping On’ and this stand out track ‘Bring It Down’
The Redskins split in 1986. I wonder what they think of the current government after canvassing so hard for the Labour party to be elected in the eighties.
You can check out Neither Washington Or Moscow on Spotify now.
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Were really Redskins a part of the Red Wedge?
ReplyDeleteDid they ever support Labour?
I'm not so sure but then again I can be wrong.
What I do know is that they're music is top notch.