American/Soviets – Made In Russia

The German synth pop band C.C.C.P. separated themselves from '80s Depeche Mode and Erasure wannabes by having a tougher, more energetic sound. Led by vocalist Rasputin Stoy, C.C.C.P. released their debut singles "American-Soviets I" and "American-Soviets II" in 1986, both hits in alternative dance clubs. Although C.C.C.P. received scant airplay in the U.S., they remained a favourite of club DJs throughout the '80s, and tracks like 1987's "Made in Russia" further expanded the group's following among post-punk partygoers. As with their electronic peers, C.C.C.P.'s records were frequently remixed, appearing in countless versions before the band finally released their first album, The World, in 1990. Two years later, Best of C.C.C.P.: 1985-1992 provided a summary of the mysterious group's career. C.C.C.P. recorded The Hallucinogenic Toreador in 1992 and The Cosmos in 1996, neither of which had the impact of their earlier material.

Two banging 12” singles ripped by DjPaulT over at Burning The Ground to stunning FLAC

C.C.C.P.; American - Soviets (The Cameron Paul Remix) 12''

A.     American - Soviets (The Cameron Paul Remix)

B1.  American - Soviets (Original Version)

B2.  American - Soviets (Instrumental Mix)

C.C.C.P.; Made In Russia 12”

A.     Made In Russia

B.     Made In Russia (Instrumental Version)