(We Don't Need This) Fascist Groove Thang/ The Decline of the West

The Heaven 17 came out of the gate fighting mad with this strong political statement on their very first single. (This is the original U.K. release with a small hole.) The terrific, inventive music that accompanied the words was equally arresting. The photo on the picture sleeve is taken from the film called "The Battle Of Britain" (a scene where Hitler addresses his staff). The single was banned by the BBC because of a comparison between Ronald Reagan and Fascists. The full lyrics can be read on the back of the picture sleeve.