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Stars Of CCTV (20th Anniversary Edition)

Hard-Fi (Vinyl 12" Album)
Stars of CCTV marked a dynamic debut from English indie rock outfit Hard-Fi, capturing the angst and energy of suburban life with gritty realism.

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Stars of CCTV – Hard-Fi (20th Anniversary Edition Vinyl LP)

Released in 2005, Stars of CCTV marked a dynamic debut from English indie rock outfit Hard-Fi, capturing the angst and energy of suburban life with gritty realism. Rooted in themes of working-class struggles and nightlife ennui, the album became a surprise commercial success, earning a Mercury Prize nomination and spawning several UK charting singles. Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, this special edition brings renewed focus to a record that became a touchstone of mid-2000s British rock.

Key Highlights

- Includes era-defining tracks like "Hard to Beat", "Living for the Weekend", and "Cash Machine"
- Fuses indie rock with dub, punk, and dance influences in a raw, DIY production style
- Recorded partly in a disused taxi office in Staines, contributing to its lo-fi authenticity
- 20th Anniversary Edition may feature remastered audio and exclusive packaging (details vary by release)
- An essential listen for fans of The Streets, The Libertines, and early Arctic Monkeys

Tracklisting

Side A

1. Cash Machine
2. Middle Eastern Holiday
3. Tied Up Too Tight
4. Gotta Reason
5. Hard to Beat
6. Unnecessary Trouble

Side B
7. Move On Now
8. Better Do Better
9. Feltham Is Singing Out
10. Living for the Weekend
11. Stars of CCTV

Fun Fact

The original release was recorded on a shoestring budget using basic equipment, with frontman Richard Archer mixing much of it on his personal computer — an approach that gave the album its distinctive, unpolished edge.

Why You Should Buy This Vinyl

- Commemorates 20 years of a cult classic with potential remastered fidelity
- Captures the voice of mid-2000s British suburbia with authenticity and swagger
- A nostalgic essential for indie fans and collectors of Britrock history
- The vinyl format enhances the album’s analogue texture and lo-fi charm

Revisiting Stars of CCTV on vinyl reaffirms its place as one of the most evocative and honest British debuts of the 21st century—this 20th anniversary edition is a timely reminder of Hard-Fi's raw brilliance.

Specifications of the Stars Of CCTV (20th Anniversary Edition)

  • Product Type Vinyl
  • Vinyl Genre Rock
  • Artist Hard-Fi

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