The Adverts

The Profile

English punk rock band formed in 1976, best known for the 1978 album Crossing The Red Sea With The Adverts and the 1977 single "Gary Gilmore's Eyes".

Led by singer-songwriter T. V. Smith and featuring bassist Gaye Advert. Debut single "Gary Gilmore's Eyes" (1977) and the album Crossing The Red Sea With The Adverts (1978) are central to their legacy.

A 2008 DeBaser review (Borrito) celebrates The Adverts' 1978 album Crossing The Red Sea With The Adverts as a seminal punk record that combines urgency and introspection. The review highlights tracks such as One Chord Wonders, No Time To Be 21 and Gary Gilmore's Eyes. It recommends the album as a cathartic listen for frustrated listeners.