The Stranglers - Something Better Change / Straighten Out
Original Release Date
1977
Release Information
UK 7" 1977 (United Artists - UP 26277)
1 Something Better Change 3:34
A Straighten Out 2:55
Chart Placings
UK Chart Hit: 9, 8 wksCredits
Prod. by Martin Rushent at T.W. Studios, Fulham. Eng: Alan Winstanley
Mix. at Olympic Studios. Eng: Doug Bennett
Pics by Robert Ellis
Additional Credits
Hugh Cornwell - guitar, lead vocals on 'Straighten Out'
Jean Jacques Burnel - bass, lead vocals on 'Something Better Change'
Dave Greenfield -
keyboards
Jet Black - drums
Reviews & Opinions
PUNKY GIBBON: The group's most aggressive single to date, 'Something Better Change' is a snarling anthem with a great JJ Burnel vocal. 'Straighten Out' on the flipside is nearly as memorable, with a stunning Dave Greenfield solo and a very nifty bass run towards the end.
SOUNDS, JULY 1977: A double A-side, neither of which appear on the album. 'Something'...' is a favourite from their stage act, thumping along in the familiar way, driven by Jean's pulsating bass and Jet's solid battering. 'Straighten Out' is even more maniacal, at times reminiscent of Syd Barrett. The Stranglers' success is richly deserved and this can only enhance their reputation.
Additional Notes
'Something Better Change' from No More Heroes.
