NME'S Best Single of 1979 (7" NY Power Pop)

NERVUS REX - DON'T LOOK (1979)

 

Nervus Rex released a self produced single "Don't Look" in 1978. This single was to become a classic of the era, It even won "Best Independent Single of the Year" honors from Britain's New Musical Express. Formed in 1977, Nervus Rex made their reputation on the New York club circuit. Then they signed a deal with Mike Chapman's new label "Dreamland" after being put in contact with him by Clem Burke and Jimmy Destri of Blondie. They released their eponymous album in 1980 and split in 1981.

WU LOOK (58 mb)