That Summer! is a seminal 1979 punk and new wave compilation album that serves as the official soundtrack to the British drama film of the same name. Released by Arista Records, the record achieved iconic status not just for its music, but for its striking aesthetic, as the original pressing was manufactured on vibrant yellow vinyl. The compilation acts as a definitive time capsule of the late-1970s youth culture boom, perfectly mirroring the high-energy, rebellious spirit of the UK's evolving music scene during that era.
The track listing reads like a definitive directory of punk, power pop, and new wave royalty. It features legendary contributions from trailblazing artists such as The Ramones, Elvis Costello, The Patti Smith Group, and Ian Dury & The Blockheads, alongside quintessential tracks from The Boomtown Rats and The Undertones. By blending these diverse, fast-paced anthems, the album successfully captured the raw, electric atmosphere of the subcultures defining British youth at the turn of the decade.
