Blood on the Terraces cover

Blood on the Terraces

Angelic Upstarts · 1987

55 min · 18 tracks · punk rock

A raw and energetic blend of punk and oi!, capturing the spirit of working-class defiance and camaraderie.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Blood on the Terraces — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of loyalty and identity within the football culture, echoing the band's roots in working-class life.
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    Heroin Is Good for You — This controversial track critically examines substance abuse through a provocative lens, showcasing the band’s willingness to tackle difficult subjects head-on.
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    I Don't Wanna Fight the Soviet — This song reflects the geopolitical tensions of the era, illustrating how personal and political conflicts were intertwined in the band's narrative.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Blood on the Terraces

    The chorus repeatedly emphasizes unity among fans, celebrating shared experiences at matches.

    This emphasis on collective identity strengthens the song’s connection to community spirit and belonging, pivotal themes throughout the album.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pride of Our Passion 3:11
  • 2 Everyday 4:15
  • 3 I Wanna Knighthood 2:36
  • 4 Heart Attack in Paris 3:05
  • 5 Four Grey Walls 3:58
  • 6 I Don't Wanna Fight the Soviet 3:02
  • 7 Our Day Will Come 3:49
  • 8 Blood on the Terraces 3:22
  • 9 Heroin Is Good for You 2:39
  • 10 It's Your Life 2:38
  • 11 Ruby 2:42
  • 12 Never 'ad Nothing 2:51
  • 13 Leave Me Alone 2:39
  • 14 Teenage Warning 3:01
  • 15 Last Night Another Soldier 2:41
  • 16 Guns for the Afghan Rebels 2:12
  • 17 One More Day 3:32
  • 18 Two Million Voices 2:58

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