The Complete Sussman Lawrence (1979–1985) is the 2004 2CD reissue on Deep Shag Records of Sussman Lawrence's two rare indie albums—Hail to the Modern Hero! (1980) and Pop City (1984)—which includes four rare bonus tracks. As the singer, songwriter and guitarist for the band, this set contains the earliest recordings of Peter Himmelman.
Both albums were recorded at the height of Sussman Lawrence's creative genius in sculpting a sound that veteran Billboard writer Jim Bessman, who covered the group for Variety, aptly called a cross between Bruce Springsteen and Elvis Costello.
Track listing DISC ONE (Hail To The Modern Hero!) Shelly's Dog Rock Slow Ode To Another Egg Where Are The Leaders Another Song About Erections The Way You Touch So Hard And Shiny Information Cast Away For Merchandise Modern Saint* Fortunate* Hard Rock Tambourine* Tough Suction (live)* (*) unreleased bonus tracks
DISC TWO (Pop City) Torture Me She's The Living End (I Really Don't Love You But)I Sure Do Like You A Lot The Fifth Of August House On Fire Fireman Naturally (You're Artificial) Closer, Closer 1.5 BMMPH Made To Order Hope Listen Up Pajama Party The Strangest Emotion Bitter World The Sperm Song Baby Let Me Be Your Cigarette Luxury Call Me On Monday Love Is A Fight
External links Deep Shag Records listing for the album Peter Himmelman – official website