In February 1981, “Arista” label released self-titled, debut Stray Cats album. It was recorded 1980 – 1981, and was produced by Dave Edmunds. The album song “Rock This Town” was listed by “The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame” as one of the songs that shaped rock and roll.

Personnel:

• Brian Setzer – vocals, guitar
• Lee Rocker- bass
• Slim Jim Phantom- drums
• Gary Barnacle- saxophone
• Gavin Cochrane – photography

Track listing:

1. Runaway Boys – Brian Setzer, Jim McDonnell
2. Fishnet Stockings – Brian Setzer
3. Ubangi Stomp – Charles Underwood
4. Jeanie, Jeanie, Jeanie – George Motola, Ricky Page
5. Storm the Embassy – Brian Setzer, Slim Jim Phantom
6. Rock This Town – Brian Setzer
7. Rumble in Brighton – Brian Setzer, Slim Jim Phantom
8. Stray Cat Blues – Brian Setzer
9. Crawl Up and Die – Brian Feli, Jim Feli
10. Double Talkin’ Baby – Danny Wolfe
11. My One Desire – Dorsey Burnette
12. Wild Saophone – Roy Montrell, John Marascalo, Robert Blackwell