Happy Mondays - Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches

Pre-order. Release date 21st August 2026

Originally released in 1990 by Happy Mondays, Pills ‘n’ Thrills and Bellyaches captured the chaotic, euphoric spirit of the Madchester movement, blending indie rock, acid house rhythms and funk grooves into a sound that helped reshape British alternative music. Featuring era-defining tracks such as “Step On” and “Kinky Afro,” the record became both a commercial breakthrough and a cultural snapshot of a generation fuelled by dance culture and Northern nightlife.

More than three decades later, its grooves, attitude and genre-blurring production still resonate strongly with contemporary audiences, influencing modern indie and electronic artists alike.

1LP Edition. All original audio remastered from Factory Records master tapes. Includes original album and brand new liner notes by James Brown.

Tracklisting

Side One 

A1. Kinky Afro 
A2. God's Cop    
A3. Donovan    
A4. Grandbag's Funeral
A5. Loose Fit    

Side Two

B1. Dennis And Lois    
B2. Bob's Yer Uncle    
B3. Step On    
B4. Holiday    
B5. Harmony