The Mad Are Sane - Reality LP

Review by Ea Ditlev

Reality LP by The Mad Are Sane: A Punk Rock Punch to the Face Alright, buckle up, folks. If you’re here for some sugar-coated praise, this ain’t it. Reality LP by The Mad Are Sane is a raw, gritty slab of UK punk rock that feels like getting elbowed in the ribs at a dingy pub gig—and loving every second of it. Released in 2007 on Abused Records and Fear Of War Records (yeah, those names say it all), this album doesn’t mess around. It’s loud, unapologetic, and dripping with attitude. And honestly? That’s exactly what makes it so damn memorable. First off, let’s talk tracks. “World In Action” kicks things off with a riff sharp enough to slice through your headphones. Guitarists Ash Cope and Phil Buchmeier go full throttle here, while Jo Common’s vocals snarl like a pissed-off alley cat. The lyrics tackle societal chaos with just the right mix of cynicism and wit—basically, if you’ve ever wanted to scream into the void about how messed up everything is, this song gets you. Dave Bellamy’s bassline slithers underneath like a snake ready to strike, tying it all together. This one sticks because it’s not just noise; it’s got teeth. Then there’s “Animal Crimes,” which hits harder than an overcooked steak. Drums from Martin Common thunder along like a runaway train, and the whole thing builds into a chaotic crescendo that leaves you breathless. There’s something about the way they weave anger and melody here—it’s catchy as hell but still feels dangerous, like dancing barefoot on broken glass. You won’t forget this track anytime soon, trust me. What really sells Reality LP, though, is its authenticity. These guys aren’t trying to reinvent the wheel—they’re just smashing it to pieces and laughing while they do it. Producer creds go to the band themselves, which explains why it sounds so gloriously unhinged. Gary Jones on engineering keeps things tight without losing that rough-around-the-edges charm. And hats off to Mark Hardyman for the cover art—it’s simple, striking, and fits the vibe perfectly. Andy Nazer’s tech wizardry ensures nothing gets lost in the sonic mayhem. By the time you hit closer “Un-Natural Burial,” you might feel like you’ve been through the wringer—but in the best possible way. It’s cathartic, messy, and utterly human. So, would I recommend Reality LP? Absolutely—if you’re into punk rock that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still packs a punch. Just don’t expect polish or perfection. What you get instead is raw energy, killer riffs, and a reminder that sometimes, imperfection is where the magic happens. Final thought: Listening to this album feels like finding a crumpled flyer for a secret show taped to a lamppost—it’s scrappy, unexpected, and leaves you wanting more. Now excuse me while I dig out my old Doc Martens and stomp around the room yelling “World In Action” at the top of my lungs. Cheers, lads.

Artist: The Mad Are Sane
Album: Reality LP

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Punk

2007

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Animal Crimes
Tract
Un-Natural Burial
Dying Church
Waiting For The Day
World In Action
Neither Seen Or Heard

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AR-02, #8

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Abused Records, Fear Of War Records

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Companies

Role	Company
Recorded At	Arny's Shack
Pressed By	United Record Pressing
Distributed By	Puke N Vomit Records

Credits

Role	Credit
Bass	Dave Bellamy
Written-By	Dave Bellamy
Drums	Martin Common
Guitar	Ash Cope, Phil Buchmeier
Producer	The Mad Are Sane
Engineer	Gary Jones
Technician	Andy Nazer
Artwork By	Andy Nazer
Vocals	Jo Common
Written-by	Mark Hardyman
Cover	Mark Hardyman
Artwork	Mark Hardyman
Songwriter	Cope, Bellamy, Common, Hardyman, Common, Buchmeier

Notes

Previously released as a demo tape in 1984 on Inept Tapes.
Recorded on October 3rd, 1983 @ Arny's Shack, Bournemouth, UK.
Insert with lyrics and band pictures.
This was paid for and pressed by fear of war records , the covers were submitted and printed before the art was approved by my label and they never added the fear of war logo next to abused records logo which was the bands label from the 80s , when the band had formed self abuse , the record was pressed at united records ,
625 copies pressed, 525 on black (this copy) and 100 on red. And the 100 on red come with a sticker
And all come with insert of photos and lyrics
Distributed by Puke N' Vomit Records, USA.
Test pressing only 4 made on fear of war records , the label still has 3/4 and punk n vomit owner has the 4th one.
Recorded on October 3rd, 1983 at Arnys Shack, Bournemouth, UK.
Insert with lyrics and band pictures included.
Track A1 'Animal Crimes' also previously released on the 'Who? What? Why? When? Where?' compilation LP in 1984 on Mortarhate Records.
This was paid for and pressed by Fear Of War Records, the covers were submitted and printed before the art was approved by the label and they never added the Fear Of War logo next to Abused Records logo which was the bands label from the 80s.
625 copies pressed, 525 on black vinyl (this copy) and 100 on red.
The 100 on red include a sticker.
Distributed by Puke N Vomit Records.
Copyright The Mad Are Sane 1983 / 2007.

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Side A, hand-etched): L-17233m-A AR-02-A ⓤ
Matrix / Runout (Side B, hand-etched): L-17233m-B AR-02-B ⓤ

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Here’s something cool: The Mad Are Sane’s *Reality LP* is a punk rock gem from the UK, released in 2007. What makes it stand out? Every track was a team effort, with songwriting credits shared among band members like Ash Cope, Dave Bellamy, and Mark Hardyman. Even more interesting—Mark Hardyman not only wrote songs but also designed the album's cover art. Talk about wearing multiple hats! The album dives deep into raw themes with tracks like "World In Action" and "Animal Crimes," all brought to life by producer Gary Jones and technician Andy Nazer. It’s a true DIY labor of love, straight outta Britain.

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