Crashby The Primitives

For Oliver! Hit a grand slam In 1988, English indie pop band The Primitives, fronted by charismatic lead singer Tracy Cattell, released their debut album, Lovely. The first single and opening track “Crash” became an instant fan favorite and would be their biggest top 40 hit. The song peaked at number five on UK Singles Chart, number three on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart, and number two on the Swedish Singles Chart. Released on this day also in 1988! This song was first released by The Primitives on their album "Lovely." In 1994, the song was featured on the Dumb & Dumber movie soundtrack as "Crash (The '95 Mix)".

A request from Curt in Portland... -- In 1988, English indie pop band The Primitives, fronted by charismatic lead singer Tracy Cattell, released their debut album, Lovely. The first single and opening track “Crash” became an instant fan favorite and would be their biggest top 40 hit. The song peaked at number five on UK Singles Chart, number three on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart, and number two on the Swedish Singles Chart. Released on this day also in 1988! This song was first released by The Primitives on their album "Lovely." In 1994, the song was featured on the Dumb & Dumber movie soundtrack as "Crash (The '95 Mix)".

A request from Curt in Portland... -- In 1988, English indie pop band The Primitives, fronted by charismatic lead singer Tracy Cattell, released their debut album, Lovely. The first single and opening track “Crash” became an instant fan favorite and would be their biggest top 40 hit. The song peaked at number five on UK Singles Chart, number three on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart, and number two on the Swedish Singles Chart.

This track was remixed and re-released in 1994 on the soundtrack to the movie "Dumb & Dumber." This remix included additional guitars, percussion, organ, and backing vocals—none of which were performed by any of the Primitives. Several cover versions are based on the '95 Mix rather than the original. The Primitives received a publicity boost when Morrissey was photographed wearing a t-shirt for the band! They've reformed and have a new single and album. Follow them at theprimitives.bigcartel.com

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1988 single -- re-released in 1994 on the soundtrack to the movie "Dumb & Dumber" -- kexp.org The Primitives received a publicity boost when Morrissey was photographed wearing a t-shirt for the band! They've reformed and have a new single and album -- follow them at: theprimitives.bigcartel.com

Lovely is the debut studio album by English indie pop band The Primitives, released in 1988. Celebrating the music of 1988 & 50 years of KEXP! - www.kexp.org

Lovely is the debut studio album by English indie pop band The Primitives, released in 1988. Celebrating the music of 1988 & 50 years of KEXP! - www.kexp.org

This song was first released by The Primitives on their 1988 album "Lovely." In 1994, the song was featured on the Dumb & Dumber movie soundtrack as "Crash (The '95 Mix)". This remix included additional guitars, percussion, organ and backing vocals - none of which were performed by any of The Primitives. -- Here's the original, performed by the originals: www.youtube.com

Happy birthday to Tracy Tracy of The Primitives! This song was first released by The Primitives on their 1988 album "Lovely." In 1994, the song was featured on the Dumb & Dumber movie soundtrack as "Crash (The '95 Mix)". This remix included additional guitars, percussion, organ and backing vocals - none of which were performed by any of The Primitives. -- Here's the original, performed by the originals: www.youtube.com

This song was first released by The Primitives on their 1988 album "Lovely." In 1994, the song was featured on the Dumb & Dumber movie soundtrack as "Crash (The '95 Mix)". This remix included additional guitars, percussion, organ and backing vocals - none of which were performed by any of The Primitives. -- Here's the original, performed by the originals: www.youtube.com

"Good Morning Would you play “Crash” by The Primitives this morning?" --Brian

Happy birthday to Tracy Tracy of The Primitives!

"Good morning Would you play “Crash” by The Primitives?" - Brian

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Often described as an indie pop or indie rock band, The Primitives' musical style can also be seen as straddling power pop, new wave and post-punk.

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This track was featured in such films as "Mr. Bean's Holiday" and "Dumb & Dumber" 👏

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See The Primitives performing "Crash" in an extended version: www.youtube.com

This song was an international hit off of their 1988 debut album.

Often described as an indie pop or indie rock band, The Primitives' musical style can also be seen as straddling power pop, new wave and post-punk.

Formed in 1984, disbanded in 1992 and reformed in 2009, the band's two constant members throughout their recording career have been vocalist Tracy Tracy and guitarist Paul Court.

Happy birthday to Tracy Tracy!

From Coventry, formed in 1985, disbanded in 1992, and re-formed in 2009 after the untimely passing of their original bassist Steve Dullaghan. They have released two new albums since their reformation. the-primitives.co.uk

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