#152 The Pretenders, 'Pretenders' (1980)

Last time I remember being surprised at this record. I knew The Pretenders for their radio hits, and so to hear the record open with the Punk song, ‘Precious’ is a shock to the system (in the best possible way); “But not me, baby, I'm too precious/Fuck off!” That’s set the tone! Next track, ‘The Phone Call’ follows a similar vibe. Loud guitars and Chrissie Hynde’s commanding presence. She’s such a great frontwoman.