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Beware

Misfits · 1980

14 min · 7 tracks · hardcore punk

Raucous and raw, this EP combines relentless punk energy with macabre storytelling and horror-themed imagery.

Top tracks — play these first

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    We Are 138 — This track opens the EP with a frenetic energy that encapsulates the Misfits' signature style, blending punk aggression with a catchy chorus that invites audience participation.
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    Bullet — A standout for its darkly humorous lyrics and aggressive instrumentation, this song showcases the band's ability to mix horror themes with punk ethos, making it a fan favorite.
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    Teenagers From Mars — This track combines melodic hooks with a narrative about alienation and rebellion, illustrating the band's knack for storytelling within the punk framework.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of raw energy
  • for adrenaline seekers
  • macabre themes with frenetic pace
  • ideal for short listening sessions

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek slow, reflective sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1980, 'Beware' was the Misfits' first official EP, following their earlier singles. At this point, the band was establishing their unique horror punk sound, building on their prior cult status with tracks that would become staples of their legacy.
Stylistic neighbors
The Damned· AFI· Balzac

Tracklist

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

  • 1 We Are 138 1:40
  • 2 Bullet 1:37
  • 3 Hollywood Babylon 2:17
  • 4 Attitude 1:28
  • 5 Horror Business 2:42
  • 6 Teenagers From Mars 2:41
  • 7 Last Caress 1:55

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata