4 Skins - A Fistful Of 4Skins

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Review by David Solomon

A Fistful Of 4Skins: When Oi! Meets Raw Rock Energy Alright, so here’s the deal—A Fistful Of 4Skins is one of those albums that doesn’t try to be anything it’s not. Released in ’93 by the UK-based band 4 Skins (with some help from Italy), this record is pure Oi! at its core. If you’re into raw, unfiltered rock with a punk edge, this might just be your jam. The lineup’s solid: Roi Pearce on vocals, Paul Swain shredding guitar, Tom McCourt holding down bass duties, and Ian Davis keeping time on drums. And hey, props to producer O’Higgins for letting the grit shine through without over-polishing it. Now, let me tell ya about two tracks that really stuck with me after spinning this album a few times. First up, there’s “I’ll Stick To My Guns.” It’s like a punch in the face—in a good way. The energy’s insane, and Roi’s vocals are dripping with defiance. You can feel every word he spits out, especially when he belts, “No matter what they say, I won’t back down!” Honestly, it’s the kind of anthem you’d blast while storming into battle or maybe just yelling at your boss in your head. There’s no frills here, just straight-up attitude and killer riffs. This track alone makes the album worth a listen. Then there’s “5 More Years (Layabouts Anthem).” Man, this song hits different. It’s got this driving rhythm that grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. Between the pounding drums and the gang-style backing vocals, it feels like an entire pub full of people singing along. It’s catchy as hell but also kinda dark if you think about it too much. Like, yeah, it’s fun, but it’s also about being stuck in the same rut for five more years. Yikes. Still, it’s impossible not to nod your head to this one. The rest of the album keeps the momentum going with bangers like “Johnny Go Home” and “Betrayed,” which tackle everything from social issues to personal struggles. Oh, and shoutout to Tony Mottram for the photography and Nick Senecal for the layout—they gave the whole thing a vibe that matches the music perfectly. Props to labels like Captain Oi!, Radiation Reissues, and Syndicate Records for keeping this stuff alive. So, would I recommend A Fistful Of 4Skins? Absolutely. It’s not gonna win any Grammys, and honestly, it probably wasn’t trying to. But if you’re into music that feels real and unapologetic, this is gold. Here’s the kicker though—I couldn’t help but laugh when I saw they included two versions of “Five More Years” AND two versions of “I’ll Stick To My Guns.” Was it laziness? A happy accident? Either way, it kinda works. Maybe they were just messing with us. Whatever the case, it’s a reminder that sometimes imperfections make something even better. So grab a pint, crank this up, and enjoy the chaos.

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Artist: 4 Skins
Album: A Fistful Of 4Skins
Rating: 4.21

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
No Excuse
Johnny Go Home
Waiting For A Friend
Saturday (Demo)
I'll Stick To My Guns
On The Streets
Forgotten Hero
Five More Years
The Gambler
H.M.P.
The Spy From Alaska
I’ll Stick To My Guns
New War
5 More Years (Layabouts Anthem)
Betrayed
City Boy
On File

Video

The 4 Skins - Waiting For A Friend
4 SKINS - I'LL STICK TO MY GUNS
The 4-skins - A Fistful of...4-skins - 1983 (Full album)
Forgotten Hero - 4 Skins

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Catalog Numbers

  • RRS27
  • syn1
  • AHOY LP 8
  • AHOY CD 8

Labels

  • Radiation Reissues
  • Syndicate Records
  • Captain Oi!

Listen online

  • online luisteren
  • lytte på nettet
  • ouvir online
  • online anhören
  • kuunnella verkossa
  • escuchar en línea
  • écouter en ligne
  • ascolta in linea
  • lyssna på nätet

Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album
  • Reissue
  • CD

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByXVINYLX.COM
Pressed ByGZ Digital Media
Published ByDorane Music
Mastered AtUtopia Studios
Licensed FromLink Music Ltd.
Phonographic Copyright (p)Captain Oi!

Credits

RoleCredit
Backing VocalsKeith
BassTom McCourt
DrumsIan Bramson
GuitarPaul Swain
ProducerO'Higgins
VocalsRoi Pearce
LayoutNick Senecal
Photography ByTony Mottram

Notes

  • A7-A8: bonus tracks.
  • Pressing plant uncredited, identified by the matrix numbers.
  • Made in England

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 8592735001305
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A): 114023E1/A
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B): 114023E2/A
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A, etched): Ʊtopia 8̶N̶ SYN LP 1 A ee
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B, etched): SYN LP 1 B ee

About 4 Skins

UK Oi! band from London. Formed in 1979 and split in 1984. Reformed in 2008. Gary Hodges : Voice (79 / 81) Tony "Panther" Cummins : Voice (81 / 83) Roi "Millwall" Pearce : Voice (83 / 84) Tom "Hoxton" McCourt : Guitar (79 / 80) Steve "Rockabilly" Pear : Guitar (81) John Jacobs : Guitar (82 / 83) Paul Swain : Guitar (83 / 84) Steve "H" Harmer : Bass (79 / 80) Tom "Hoxton" McCourt : Bass (81 / 84) Gary Hitchcock : Drums (79 / 80) John Jacobs : Drums (81) Pete Abott : Drums (82 / 83) Ian Bramson : Drums (83 / 84)

Name Vars

  • 4-Skins
  • 4Skins
  • 4skins
  • 4Скинс
  • The 4 Skins
  • The 4-Skins
  • The 4Skins

Aliases

  • The Plastic Gangsters
  • JJ All Stars

Members

  • John Jacobs
  • Gary Hodges
  • Steve Pear
  • Gary Hitchcock
  • Roi Pearce
  • Paul Swain
  • Pete Abbot
  • Ian Davis
  • Tony Cummins
  • Steve Harmer
  • Sedge Swatton
  • Graham Bacon
  • Tom Brennan
  • Tom McCourt

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *A Fistful Of 4Skins* by 4 Skins is a raw slice of Oi! rock history. Released in 1993, it hit shelves in both the UK and Italy, carrying a gritty vibe that fans of the genre still love today. What makes it even more interesting? It includes two versions of "Five More Years"—one studio cut and one demo—showing how the band experimented with their sound. Plus, the track "Johnny Go Home" became an anthem for many. With killer credits like Producer O'Higgins and Photographer Tony Mottram, this album wasn’t just music; it was a full package of rebellion and artistry.

Comments

alatberat2010
2025-03-15
anyone know the source of the cover image?
cpasha4561
2025-03-14
4 SKINS~ SKINHEADS ~GREECE 1 6 1crew
floridagaleats
2025-03-14
Wonderful world, great song from their friends "the Ovaltinees".
icebergnewfie
2025-03-13
Oi oi.oi.oi never say die.
grok74352075993
2025-03-13
Pray to Sir Paul? OI
anatoranzo84
2025-03-12
Strummer is dead,Weller is a folky,the pistols live in California Oi
indrapratama87
2025-03-11
Fuck your E.u.
ayolahpl34s7
2025-03-11
These guys were working class skinheads from England they're a traditional.oi band
cardenas1993
2025-03-11
BREXIT
projectdeff
2025-03-10
Still sounds brilliant after thease years. ....oi .
xcelerent
2025-03-10
Oi oi fuckin oi mates
nucleareeragione2
2025-03-10
BEST!!!!!!
mdmoktarhossain
2025-03-09
1983 I as 17 year old skin AND IAM STILL TOP BAND OI OI SKINHEADS
mailbox4ppl
2025-03-09
vai fa enculo)
beautybysandra
2025-03-08
The most intelligent album ever recorded......real life
mdcowles
2025-03-08
the 4 skins! yes!
bergspredikan
2025-03-08
Who wants to work when the cash ain’t there??????
Outstanding ✊?✊?
mousan
2025-03-07
Love this so much. My favorite oi album
wearecle
2025-03-06
Grande banda realmente pioneira legítima do Oi !!!
ourcornerofablog
2025-03-05
La meilleure époque des 4 skins, avec gary hodges au chant. Je préfère nettement roy pearce dans Last resort, mais c'est juste un avis personnel. ..
buryescorts
2025-03-04
OIii!!!!!!
mendosin
2025-03-04
Top oi! Band.. Even to this day nothing comes close.. Never will
smac100
2025-03-04
OIIIII !!!!!!!!!!!
zitarenz
2025-03-03
Hoxton Tom and Roi = the best 4 Skins. Hodges was Original, yet Roi brought it to another level.
fotojgc6
2025-03-02
timeless classic
raganlindsey021
2025-03-01
So fucking good. Thanks to Beautiful Gruesomeness for introducing me to these guys.
madalinoss
2025-03-01
Outstanding Album one of my top albums ever.Thanx for posting this