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  Tryin To Mess With Me / F.U.M. Absentees     Description: Rare 1981 7" 45rpm original. 200 promo copies. Light warp with no effect on play. "Tryin To Mess With Me / F.U.M." is a 7-inch vinyl single by the punk band Absentees, released in 1981. The single features "Tryin To Mess With Me" on the A-side, showcasing the band's raw and energetic punk style. Known for its fast-paced rhythm and gritty vocals, the track captures the rebellious spirit and DIY ethos typical of early 1980s punk music. The Absentees, hailing from Southern California, contributed to the underground punk scene with their straightforward musical approach and socially conscious lyrics, which resonate through this release. On the B-side, "F.U.M." continues the band's aggressive sound, characterized by its driving guitar riffs and fervent drumming. The track complements the A-side with its unapologetic attitude and concise, hard-hitting lyrics. The single, although not widely known, holds a place in the punk collector's circles for its authentic representation of the era's grassroots punk movement. As part of the Absentees' limited discography, "Tryin To Mess With Me / F.U.M." offers a glimpse into the raw energy and untamed creativity of early punk bands operating outside the mainstream music industry.     Artist: Absentees     Label U.G. Records     Condition:
Vinyl: Very Good Plus (VG+) Sleeve: Near Mint (NM or M-)     Artist: Absentees