Hurry Up England: Jimmy Pursey

Hurry up England is released on 12th June. All funds raised go to the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Musical Style: Pure Punk Rock, true to Hurry up Harry for the most part, updated with new lyrics, more shouting and Graham Coxon’s guitar replacing the original keyboard.

Over The Moon: Following on from the Hurry up England controversy, it has to be said that vocally Jimmy Pursey’s version outstrips the competitors. His voice sound a little age-worn, but it’s still Punk Rock, as is the suitably raw production by Steven Street. Even as a rumour this song was causing ripples of delight amongst Sham 69 fans old and new, and, although it appears to be surprisingly under-marketed, with Pursey’s legendary status and Virgin Radio’s backing it will, rightly or wrongly, most likely eclipse the other two versions.

Sick As A Parrot: The reworked lyrics are probably the only real let down here since players are just given the standard roll-call.

Terrace Appeal: 8/10