The Oscillators - Marilyn Brown

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Review by Kellie Peterson

Album Review: Marilyn Brown by The Oscillators Released in 1980 under the UK-based label Yawn Products (SRT), Marilyn Brown by The Oscillators is a punk rock gem that punches hard and leaves a mark. This album, like a scrappy street fighter with a heart of gold, doesn’t waste time trying to impress—it just gets straight to the point. And honestly? That’s what makes it stick. The title track, “Marilyn Brown,” kicks things off with a raw energy that’s impossible to ignore. It’s not overly polished or fancy—just pure, unfiltered punk attitude. The guitar riffs are sharp enough to cut glass, while the vocals have this snarling edge that feels like they’re daring you to look away. What makes this track unforgettable is its relentless drive; it doesn’t let up for a second. You can almost picture the band crammed into some dimly lit pub, sweat dripping as they hammer out these chords. It’s chaotic, sure, but in the best way possible. Then there’s “E-Boat.” If “Marilyn Brown” is all about brute force, “E-Boat” brings a slightly more melodic twist to the table. Don’t get me wrong—it’s still got that gritty punk backbone, but there’s a sneaky catchiness to the chorus that worms its way into your brain. The rhythm section here is killer, too, locking into a groove that’s equal parts stomping and swaggering. I found myself humming it hours later, which, let’s be real, isn’t something I expected from an album this rough around the edges. What strikes me most about Marilyn Brown is how unapologetically itself it is. There’s no attempt to soften the blow or cater to mainstream tastes. Instead, The Oscillators double down on their punk roots, delivering an album that feels both timeless and refreshingly raw. Sure, the production might sound a little lo-fi compared to modern standards, but that only adds to the charm. It’s music made for sweaty basements and mosh pits—not shiny stadiums. Looking back, it’s kinda wild to think this record came out over four decades ago. Listening to it now feels like stepping into a time machine—one that smells faintly of leather jackets and stale beer. But hey, maybe that’s exactly what punk’s supposed to feel like. Fun fact: apparently, Marilyn Brown was a real person who inspired the album. Makes you wonder if she ever heard it—and if she did, what she thought. Did she love it? Hate it? Or just shrug and say, “Yeah, that’s me, alright”? Either way, one thing’s for sure: Marilyn Brown isn’t gonna fade into obscurity anytime soon.

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Artist: The Oscillators
Album: Marilyn Brown
Rating: 4.33

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E-Boat
Marilyn Brown

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Catalog Numbers

SRTS/80/CUS 693

Labels

Yawn Products, SRT

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Single
  • Red Sleeve
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  • Yellow Sleeve

Companies

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Recorded Atcargo Studios

Notes

  • 1st Edition on Green folded sleeve.
  • This sub = yellow p/s (other colours exist).

About The Oscillators

Name Vars

  • Oscillators

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool little nugget for you. The Oscillators, a UK-based punk rock band, put out an album in 1980 called *Marilyn Brown*. It came out on this tiny label called Yawn Products. The album had just two tracks—"Marilyn Brown" and "E-Boat." Punk was all about breaking the rules, and this release totally fits that vibe. Short, raw, and straight to the point. Exactly what you’d expect from the era.

Comments

sambhavjain7
2025-03-15
Que clase de joy division son :o
putriansyh
2025-03-15
Época boa do rock
younggirl0920
2025-03-15
That’s my dad on the right, glad you have this up here so I can listen without the record player!
kanzha
2025-03-15
Great one! Anyone have their first single?
elenamr31
2025-03-15
Dad went to school with them and knew Marylin brown
thelolissa
2025-03-14
Sound like Joy Division's Transmission
dxcmrey
2025-03-14
Where were The Oscillators from?
cristian1238
2025-03-13
What a band from back in the day ▶️ so glad to hear this again . . Sick