CD Pulp – Masters Of The Universe (Pulp On Fire 1985-86)

Experience the formative years of Britpop legends with Masters Of The Universe (Pulp On Fire 1985-86).

Released by Fire Records in 1994 to capitalize on the band’s skyrocketing fame, this essential compilation gathers rare singles and tracks from Pulp’s mid-80s "transitional" period. Capturing the band a decade before Different Class, this collection showcases Jarvis Cocker as he began to refine his signature lyrical wit and charismatic vocal delivery.

Moving away from the acoustic folk of their debut, these recordings find the band exploring darker, more experimental territory. From the "spooky" atmosphere of "Dogs Are Everywhere" to the early identity-shaping sound of the title track, this 13-track CD is a fascinating document of a band finding its voice in the Sheffield underground.

Key Tracks:

• Little Girl (With Blue Eyes)
• Dogs Are Everywhere – A standout, moody highlight of their early era.
• They Suffocate at Night
• Master of the Universe (Sanitised Version)
• The Will to Power

Perfect for completists and fans of Indie Rock and Post-Punk, this release offers a deep dive into the "thrift-store synthesized opera" that paved the way for one of the most important acts in British music history.