The Sound of Medway Sound

“The Sound of Medway Sound” is a rough-edged, garage-flecked dive into the gritty heart of Medway’s underground scene. It brings together decades of lo-fi swagger and sonic scuzz, anchored by prolific figure Billy Childish and his many musical guises—from Thee Headcoats and The Buff Medways to CTMF and The Musicians of the British Empire. Loose rhythms, fuzzed-out guitars, and sneering vocals define much of the set, recalling a time when rock ’n’ roll was fast, raw, and completely unpolished.

Beyond the Childish-led staples, the playlist taps into a wider network of Medway-connected acts like Graham Day and The Gaolers, The Prisoners, The Len Price 3, and Holly Golightly. Cuts like “Davy Crockett,” “Snack Crack,” and “Soundtrack To The Daily Grind” bring a mix of punk bite, mod revival, and garage soul, while newer entries from bands like The Singing Loins, The Claim, and Theatre Royal keep the Medway vibe evolving. It’s a crash course in a defiantly DIY scene that thrives on attitude, distortion, and relentless energy.