#1 · 1981
A definitive 1981 anarcho-punk album addressing feminist issues, released on Crass Records with 10 tracks.
10 tracksOriginal UK pressing 1981Crass Records label
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Crass
Crass emerged in 1977 near Epping, England, as an anarcho-punk group intertwining radical politics with DIY art and music. Their sound blends punk intensity with experimental noise and lo-fi aesthetics.
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About
Crass, Anarcho-punk collective from Essex, UK, shaking the late 70s scene.
Over 17 vinyl releases including original 1979 12" LPs with vibrant punk messages.
Founded in the late 1970s at Dial House, a communal home near Epping, Crass operated as a collective merging music, film, graphic art, and radical politics under the anarcho-punk banner. Their work targeted societal issues such as war, sexism, religion, and establishment hypocrisy prevalent in Thatcher-era Britain. The band released 17 vinyl products encompassing LPs, 12" singles, and box sets through their own Crass Records and affiliated labels.
Their debut LP, The Feeding of the Five Thousand (1979), faced censorship challenges, becoming emblematic of their confrontational stance. Subsequent releases like Stations of the Crass and Penis Envy continued blending sharp political critique with punk energy.
Discography
Crass — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
One Little Independent Records · 2021Christ Alive! – The Rehearsal
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Allied Records · 1989Christ - The Bootleg
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Crass Records · 1983Yes Sir, I Will.
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Crass Records · 1982Christ - The Album / Well Forked - But Not Dead
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Crass Records · 1981Penis Envy
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Crass Records · 1979Stations Of The Crass
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Small Wonder Records · 1979The Feeding Of The Five Thousand
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Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Crass's career.
01
Do They Owe Us a Living?
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02
Banned From The Roxy
Stations Of The Crass · 1979
03
Punk Is Dead
Christ - The Album / Well Forked - But Not Dead · 1982
04
Bata Motel
Penis Envy · 1981
05
Reject of Society
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06
End Result
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07
So What
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08
Asylum
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The essentials
The 3 Crass albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1979
This 12" album from 1979 contains 37 tracks showcasing their raw punk sound and political activism, issued by Crass Records.
37 tracksOriginal UK pressing 1979StereoCrass Records label
#3 · 1983
A 1983 release representing their continued punk ethos with two long tracks, highly sought in original UK Crass Records pressings.
2 tracksOriginal UK pressingStereoCrass Records label
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"We combined punk, film, collage, and subversive art to challenge violence and hypocrisy in our culture."— Band Statement
01Debut
The Feeding of the Five Thousand faced censorship in 1979
Upon its 1979 release, the debut LP was partly censored: the track "Reality Asylum" was removed and replaced by two minutes of silence titled "The Sound of Free Speech," responding to the pressing plant's refusal over the song's content.
02Activism
Crass's engagement in anarchist prisoner defense
After "Stations of the Crass," the band played benefits for anarchist prisoner's defense known as Persons Unknown and recorded the "Bloody Revolutions" split with Poison Girls to fund a libertarian center.
03Controversy
Penis Envy's feminist political statement in 1981
The 1981 album marked Crass's firm commitment to feminism, facing industry resistance despite charting 15th on the UK charts in its first week before dropping out of the top 100 shortly after.
04Political
Christ the Album released during Falklands War
Released amidst the Falklands conflict, Crass issued an anti-war flexi and the track "How Does it Feel to be the Mother of a Thousand Dead?" provoking backlash from the Conservative government.
05Pressing
Original US pressing of Christ - The Bootleg
Released in 1989 by Allied Records in the US, this pressing had a 2:1 want-to-have ratio with six copies for sale at above €65, highlighting collector interest.
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FAQ
FAQ: Crass on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who were the core members of Crass?
Core members included Steve Ignorant on vocals, Penny Rimbaud on drums, N.A. Palmer and Phil Free on guitars, Pete Wright on bass, and vocalists Eve Libertine and Joy De Vivre.
What genre does Crass's music belong to?
Crass is central to anarcho-punk, blending punk rock with anarchist political messages and experimental sound elements.
Where was Crass originally formed?
Crass was formed near Epping in Essex, England, centered around the communal home Dial House.
What makes Crass vinyls collectible today?
Original pressings from the late 70s and early 80s, especially on Crass Records, are sought for their cultural significance and limited availability.
What are key Crass albums for vinyl collectors?
Essential vinyls include "Penis Envy" (1981), "Stations Of The Crass" (1979), and "Yes Sir, I Will" (1983), which feature critical punk anthems.
Are there notable Crass releases in France?
French pressings and reissues exist but original UK pressings remain dominant for collectors in France.
Which Crass track has the highest play counts online?
"Do They Owe Us a Living?" is among the most played tracks, resonating with 518,000+ plays.
How does the band’s political stance influence their vinyl pricing?
Their anti-establishment messages elevate collector interest, affecting prices especially for original and limited-edition runs.
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Last updated: 04/07/2026