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The Vains
United States - Seattle, WA

THE VAINS 7" EP 01. School Jerks 02. The Loser 03. The Fake Label: No Threes Records Cat #: N3-004 Format: 7" EP Released: 1980

Reviews: Seattle's hardcore Vains have put out a pretty good record- if you don't consider the vocals. They don't have a separate vocalist (the guitarist and the bassist sing) but they need one. The guitarist's vocals sound like he's trying to seriously injure himself, while the bassist's are better but sometimes get out of control (like the Minutemen's vocals). Besides that, the record's alright. They kinda sound like a cross between Black Flag and the Ramones. Matter of fact, after you listen to it a few times and get used to the vocals, it's actually really good and I suggest picking it up. You're young, you'll adjust. It's got a great sleeve, too. -Norbie Ugly (from Ripper #6, December 1981)