Excellent release containing the Country Punk band's first two albums plus bonus tracks on one CD. Rank and File was a Alt-Country group from Los Angeles who issued two excellent albums on Slash Records in the early 1980s. Yes, the '80s - two decades before Y'Alternative became enormously popular. The Slash Years combines their first album Sundown with their second album Long Gone Dead plus some rare bonus tracks, 23 tracks in all.
Originally released in 2003 on Rhino Handmade (RHM2 7816).
"Slash Years" is a comprehensive CD collection by the influential American band Rank & File, released by WUND. This album brings together some of the most significant tracks from the band's career, capturing their unique blend of punk energy and country roots that helped define the cowpunk genre in the 1980s. Rank & File, formed by brothers Chip and Tony Kinman along with Alejandro Escovedo, are celebrated for pioneering a sound that bridged traditional Americana with alternative rock influences. Their debut album "Sundown" received critical acclaim and remains a touchstone for fans of roots-rock music. The "Slash Years" compilation showcases their innovative songwriting and enduring legacy in shaping alternative country music.
WUND is known for its dedication to high-quality reissues and archival releases, focusing on preserving important works across various genres. With meticulous attention to detail in remastering and packaging, WUND ensures that both longtime collectors and new listeners experience these classic recordings at their best.