I'm starting this because I realize many years later that I don't think I ever listened to Odyshape when I was left unmoved by the self-titled.
Listening to it now the first one still sounds pretty roughshod and unremarkable, however Odyshape feels inspired.

The first one has some moments but Odyshape is better in pretty much every way.

penningtron wrote: Tue Mar 12, 2024 3:10 pm The first one has some moments but Odyshape is better in pretty much every way.

This

If you like Odyshape make sure you check out the Retutn of the Giant Slits; similar vibe, always gets overshadowed by Cut...

M.H wrote: Tue Mar 12, 2024 4:03 pm If you like Odyshape make sure you check out the Retutn of the Giant Slits; similar vibe, always gets overshadowed by Cut...

Yeah. I'd throw the Lifetones record into the category of post punks gone a little crunchy too.

I found Odyshape first - and only knew the band cos they got credit as backup singers on the Zounds LP. Took the gamble and bought it second hand - cover very cool too. On listening I was disappointed - but this was in my narrow minded punk rock phase…sold it soon afterwards . It just seemed a bit too deliberately “arty”

Years later finally got the s/t LP - love it for all its sloppy glory, esp the Lola cover…also nice cover art. Scored the first ep later on for $1 at a yard sale - this is really the penultimate Raincoats release imo - charming and loose and scrappy…have played it many times and it always brings a smile to my face. A perfect example of the 7 inch as the perfect format - v little time to get boring

1st alb is very good but Odyshape is one of my favorite records

I'm in total agreement here on Odyshape. It's strange how losing their drummer unlocked some serious creativity in this bunch.

Iancee wrote: Wed Mar 13, 2024 5:07 am I found Odyshape first - and only knew the band cos they got credit as backup singers on the Zounds LP.

Woah, had no idea they did backup vocals on the Zounds LP. Very cool. Zounds were a great band.

I like the S/T slightly better than Odyshape but both are fantastic. Void sends shivers down my spine every time I listen to it, in a good way.

First album for me, just pure ramshackle passion and attitude. Odyshape is great and unique, just not quite as immediately grabbing for me.