Obviously I voted yes because I nominated them, but I think a lot of people are downplaying the influence they had upon the emerging indie rock scene of the 1980s. To put it in perspective, Mission of Burma had the same effect upon indie rock in America that the Buzzcocks had upon post-punk in Britain. As in, it wouldn't have existed without them.
I know a lot of people are coming in here without actually listening to them prior to voting, I strongly urge you to at least give Vs. a spin. Apart from being a superb album it's one that you won't see a music enthusiast without.
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