The Sports' 1978 debut album "Reckless" captures the band in their raw, energetic pub rock element. It laid the groundwork for their later, more polished hits.
- "Reckless" was released on the WM Australia label in May 1978. It was recorded at Armstrong Studios in Melbourne. The album featured the band's initial sound, more raw than their subsequent releases.
- While "Reckless" did not chart, it established The Sports as a live act to watch. Their single "Who Listens Really" gained some airplay on Australian radio. The album showcased their blend of garage rock energy and classic rock songwriting.
- The band at this time featured Andrew Pendelton on vocals and guitar, Stephen Cummings on vocals and guitar, Paul Masel on guitar, Martin Drew on drums, and Jim Duncan on bass. They were known for their high-energy live performances in small venues.
The Sports were an Australian rock band formed in Melbourne in 1976. They were a key part of the pub rock scene of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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