Title: The Murder Of Liddle Towers / Police Oppression

Artist: Angelic Upstarts

Release Date: 1978

Label: Small Wonder Records, Rough Trade

Catalog Number: rt.sw. 001

Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single, Reissue

Genre: Rock

Style: Punk, Oi

Country: UK

The Murder Of Liddle Towers is a seminal single by the British punk band Angelic Upstarts, reissued in 1978 by Small Wonder Records in collaboration with Rough Trade. The song addresses the tragic and controversial death of Liddle Towers, a boxing coach who died under suspicious circumstances while in police custody in 1976. This release is a raw and powerful protest against police brutality, encapsulating the band's fierce political stance and punk ethos.

The B-side, "Police Oppression," continues the theme of anti-authoritarianism with sharp, incisive lyrics and aggressive instrumentation. Both tracks feature the passionate vocals of Mensi (Thomas Mensforth), the driving bass lines of Steve, Decca's powerful drumming, and Mond's distinctive lead guitar work.

Tracklist

Side A:

The Murder Of Liddle Towers - 4:39

Side B:

Police Oppression - 3:30
Vocals, Lyrics By: Mensi (Thomas Mensforth) Lead Guitar, Music By: Mond (Ray Cowie) Bass: Steve (Steve Forsten) Drums: Decca (Derek Wade)

This reissue of The Murder Of Liddle Towers was produced by Small Wonder Records in conjunction with Rough Trade, maintaining the raw and unfiltered sound characteristic of early punk rock. The single’s production captures the intense energy and socio-political urgency of the Angelic Upstarts. The reissue features etched matrix numbers in the runout grooves: ISAU1024 A ANGELIC A (Side A) and ISAU1024 A ANGELIC B (Side B). The rights are managed by MCPS.

Original reissue pressing: Released by Small Wonder Records and Rough Trade with the catalog number rt.sw. 001. Signed sleeve: This copy is signed by Mensi, Sticks, Glyn, and Mond, with the inscription "FUCK LAW N ORDER," adding significant value and unique provenance. Angelic Upstarts The Murder Of Liddle Towers 7" single The Murder Of Liddle Towers vinyl single 1978 reissue pressing Small Wonder Records Angelic Upstarts Rough Trade Angelic Upstarts Punk rock vinyl record Oi single Police Oppression vinyl record Collectible punk vinyl 1970s punk rock LP Signed by Mensi Signed by Sticks Signed by Glyn Signed by Mond "FUCK LAW N ORDER" inscription

The Murder Of Liddle Towers by Angelic Upstarts stands as a powerful statement against police brutality and a landmark release in the punk rock genre. Its rarity, historical significance, and the unique signatures with the "FUCK LAW N ORDER" inscription make it a prized item for collectors and a testament to the enduring impact of punk music.