Kilt By Death The Sound Of Old Scotland 1977-1984 is a compilation album that features various Scottish punk and post-punk bands. The album has been curated by music historian and journalist, Ian Rankin.
The album features 21 tracks that showcase the raw and energetic sound of Scottish punk and post-punk bands from the late 70s and early 80s. The songs are a mix of classic and obscure tracks that capture the spirit of the era.
The album starts with the frenzied energy of The Exploited's "Dogs Of War" and features other classic punk tracks such as The Rezillos' "I Can't Stand My Baby" and The Skids' "Into The Valley". The album also features lesser-known bands such as The Valves, The Scars, and The Fakes, who all contribute tracks that are just as powerful as the more well-known bands.
The album has been expertly curated by Ian Rankin, who has included tracks that showcase the diversity of the Scottish punk and post-punk scene. The album is a must-have for fans of punk and post-punk music, and it is a great introduction to the Scottish punk scene of the late 70s and early 80s.