Brisbane band 'The Saints' probably pre-dated most punk bands with this single from 1976 and although the band have basically existed ever since, mainly as Chris Bailey's vehicle after Ed Kuepper left in 1979, they will always be remembered for this song. (I'm) Stranded seemed to have as much in common with The Ramones as it did with the UK punk bands of the era. It was also very influential in the growing punk/new wave circles and they moved to the UK not long after its release. It still sounds raw now and I don't think I'll ever tire of it... considering it still gets played regularly on Bitter FM.
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