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3-Way Tie (For Last)

Minutemen · 1985

36 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · punk

A frenetic blend of punk energy and jazz-infused grooves, capturing the essence of 1980s alternative rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • quick bursts of energy
  • varied pacing throughout experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1985, '3-Way Tie (For Last)' was Minutemen's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Double Nickels on the Dime.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the underground punk scene while experimenting with a variety of musical styles and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Sonic Youth· Fugazi· Wire

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Price of Paradise 3:37
  • 2 Lost 2:33
  • 3 The Big Stick 2:35
  • 4 Political Nightmare 3:56
  • 5 Courage 2:35
  • 6 Have You Ever Seen the Rain? 2:30
  • 7 The Red and the Black 4:09
  • 8 Spoken Word Piece 1:07
  • 9 No One 3:29
  • 10 Stories 1:36
  • 11 What Is It? 1:51
  • 12 Ack Ack Ack 0:27
  • 13 Just Another Soldier 1:58
  • 14 Situations at Hand 1:23
  • 15 Hittin’ the Bong 0:41
  • 16 Bermuda 1:40

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