Hunters And Collectors - The Jaws Of Life

Review by Marek Tomalski

The Jaws of Life by Hunters and Collectors: A Raw, Unpolished Gem from ‘84 So, here’s the deal—The Jaws of Life isn’t your run-of-the-mill rock album. Released in 1984 across the US, UK, and Canada under labels like Slash, Epic, and Warner Bros., this record dives deep into art rock and indie rock vibes without trying too hard to impress. And honestly? That’s what makes it stick. First off, let’s talk about "42 Wheels." This track hits you right outta nowhere with its gritty energy. You’ve got Mark Seymour belting his heart out while the band backs him up with layers of sound that feel chaotic but still somehow cohesive. The mix of Jack Howard’s trumpet and Michael Waters’ trombone adds this weirdly cool brass punch that just doesn’t show up in most rock albums. It’s raw, kinda messy, but super memorable—like hearing someone spill their soul over a cracked speaker system. I mean, who else thought to throw horns into an indie rock tune back then? Props to them for pulling it off. Then there’s “I Believe (Ray Charles).” Yeah, yeah, they didn’t write it—it’s a cover—but damn, do they make it their own. Conny Plank’s production shines here; the whole thing feels massive, almost cinematic. Mark Seymour sounds like he's singing not just to you, but through you. There’s something haunting yet uplifting about how they take this classic and turn it inside out. Every time I hear it, I get goosebumps. Like, wow, these guys really knew how to take risks without losing themselves. One thing worth mentioning is the artwork by Geoff Crosby—it’s simple but striking, kinda like the music itself. And can we give a shoutout to Doug Falconer on drums AND percussion? Dude’s keeping everything tight even when things threaten to spiral out of control. Same goes for John Archer on bass—he lays down grooves so solid you could build a house on ‘em. Now, sure, some tracks don’t hit as hard as others. But overall, The Jaws of Life feels alive in a way few albums do today. Maybe it’s because it wasn’t polished within an inch of its life. Or maybe it’s because every note screams authenticity. Either way, it’s one of those records that reminds you why music matters. Here’s the kicker though—listening to this now, it almost feels ahead of its time. Indie bands today would kill for this kind of fearless experimentation. So next time you’re scrolling Spotify looking for something real, skip the playlists and check this bad boy out. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find yourself hitting repeat more than you expected.

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Artist: Hunters And Collectors
Album: The Jaws Of Life

Rock

1984

Rating: 3.8

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
I Couldn't Give It To You	3:31
I Believe	2:54
I Believe (Ray Charles)
Little Chalkie	3:25
The Way To Go Out	3:21
Red Lane	3:44
Holding Down A D	3:40
It's Early Days Yet	2:54
Betty's Worry Or The Slab	3:55
Carry Me	4:10
42 Wheels	3:18
Hayley's Doorstep	5:35

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Catalog Numbers

92 51934
EPC 26130
1-25193, 9 25193-1
92 51931

Labels

Warner Bros. Records, Slash
Epic
Slash

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Formats

Cassette
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Dolby HX Pro
Vinyl
LP
Test Pressing

Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	Allied Record Company
Phonographic Copyright (p)	White Label Records
Copyright (c)	White Label Records
Published By	Human Frailty Pty. Ltd.
Printed By	Shorewood Packaging
Recorded At	Can Studio
Mixed At	Conny's Studio
Mastered At	CBS Studios, London

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Geoff Crosby
Bass	John Archer
Drums	Doug Falconer
Percussion	Doug Falconer
Engineer	Rob Miles
French Horn	Jeremy Smith
Keyboards	Geoff Crosby
Effects	Geoff Crosby
Lyrics By	Mark Seymour (tracks: A1 to A5, B1 to B5)
Mixed By	Conny Plank
Producer	Conny Plank, Hunters And Collectors, Reneé Tinner
Recorded By	Reneé Tinner
Trombone	Michael Waters
Trumpet	Jack Howard
Backing Vocals	Jack Howard
Vocals	Mark Seymour
Guitar	Mark Seymour
Written-By	Hunters And Collectors (tracks: A1 to A5, B1 to B5)
Mastered By	timtom

Notes

Manufactured and Distributed by WEA Music of Canada Ltd. A Warner Communications Company
Recorded at Can's Studio
Weilerswist, W. Germ.
Mixed at Conny's Studio
Neunkirchen, W. Germ.
10.3.84 to 10.4.84
Digitally Mastered using Sony F1
Slash Records, P.O. Box 48888, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Distributed by Warner Bros. Records, Inc., a Warner Communications Company ///
3300 Warner Blvd, Burbank, CA 91510,
3 East 54th Street, New York, NY 10022
(P) White Label Records, Australia
(C) White Label Records, Australia
Made in England
Recorded at Can's Studio - Weilerswist, West Germany
Mixed at Conny's Studio, Neunkirchen, West Germany 10.3.84 to 10.4.84
HOME TAPING IS KILLING MUSIC
AND IT'S ILLEGALL
Track #A6 ('I Believe (Ray Charles)' on sleeve and label) is the exact Ray Charles version of 'I Believe To My Soul'.

Barcodes

Barcode (Scanned): 075992519311
Matrix / Runout (Runout A, etched [exc. as noted]): 1-25193-A-SH1 (Allied 'ɑ' logo, stamped) B-200762⃫ -SH1 SLM TML-M (stamped) △ 7952 1-1 (Allied 'ɑ' logo, stamped) B-20076-SH1
Matrix / Runout (Runout B, etched [exc. as noted]): 1-25193-B-SH1 (Allied 'ɑ' logo, stamped) B-200773⃫-SH1 SLM △ 7952-X 1-1 TML-M (stamped)
Barcode: 0 7599-25193-1
Label Code: LC 0199
Rights Society: MCPS / BIEM
Other: 57
Other (Distribution Code): CB 281
Matrix / Runout (Runout 1): EPC 26130 A2
Matrix / Runout (Runout 2): EPC 26130 B1
Matrix / Runout: TimTom

About Hunters And Collectors

Hunters & Collectors are an Australian rock band formed in 1981. They disbanded in 1998 and reformed in 2013 for a series of reunion concerts.

Name Vars

H & C
H&C
H+C
H+C's
HXC
Hunters + Collectors
Hunters And Collectors
Hunters and Collectors
Hünters & Cöllectörs

Members

Martin Lubran
Jeremy Smith
Mark Seymour
Barry Palmer
Jack Howard
Ray Tosti-Guerra
John Archer
Greg Perano
Geoff Crosby
Rob Miles
Doug Falconer
Andy Lynn
Michael Waters

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *The Jaws Of Life* by Hunters And Collectors, released in 1984, was a true collaborative effort with some unique touches. For instance, the legendary German producer Conny Plank, known for his work with bands like Kraftwerk and Neu!, helped shape its raw, experimental sound. Geoff Crosby not only handled the artwork but also played keyboards and added effects, giving the album a distinct sonic personality. Plus, it features a cover of Ray Charles' "I Believe," adding a soulful twist to their rock roots. It's wild how many creative minds came together to make this record stand out across genres like Art Rock and Indie Rock!