The Cortinas

The Profile

The Cortinas are an English punk band from Bristol, active 1976–1978, known for the 1977 singles "Fascist Dictator / Television Families" and "Defiant Pose / Independence" and the album True Romances.

Formed in Bristol; released notable singles in 1977 and the album True Romances in 1978; recorded John Peel sessions; remained an underground punk act rather than achieving major commercial success.

English punk band from Bristol, active in the late 1970s. Noted for the singles "Fascist Dictator / Television Families" (June 1977) and "Defiant Pose / Independence" (December 1977) and the album True Romances (1978). MK.1 compiles early tracks and singles and is favorably mentioned by the reviewer.