"Trade Test Transmissions" is the fourth studio album by British punk rock band, Buzzcocks. Released in 1993, it was the band's first album of new material in over a decade. This new version of Buzzcocks was fronted by original vocalists Pete Shelley and Steve Diggle, but with a different rhythm section. The album includes a total of 14 tracks.
After being broken up for 8 years, the Buzzcocks reformed in the early 90s. The band released "Trade Test Transmissions" as a comeback to the music scene. Despite the considerable lapse of time since their previous album in 1981, the band didn't fail to deliver their distinct, high-energy sound combined with infectious pop melodies. The Buzzcocks' sound in this album is somewhat cleaner and more polished, as compared to their earlier raw punk sound.
The album was largely well-received and lauded for staying true to the Buzzcocks' punk roots while demonstrating matured musicianship. The songs on the album, including "Do It," "Innocent," and "Last to Know," cover a range of themes, from familiar punk rebellion to love and longing, showcasing the band's ability to masterfully combine punk rock with a pop sensibility.
