What makes Civil War by Dillinger Four notable?

'Civil War' received critical acclaim for its biting social commentary and became a significant release for the punk genre in the late 2000s. The album's tracks addressed societal issues with humor and intensity, resonating with fans and contributing to the band's enduring reputation within the punk community. Released on October 14, 2008, 'Civil War' marked Dillinger Four's return after a six-year hiatus since their last album, 'Situationist Comedy'. At this point in their career, the band was re-establishing their presence in the punk scene while maintaining their distinctively irreverent lyrical style.

How many songs are on Civil War?

Civil War has 13 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Released 18 years ago this October

Civil War

Dillinger Four · 2008

39 min · 13 tracks · punk rock

Energetic punk rock riffs collide with sharp, satirical lyrics, capturing the essence of disillusionment in contemporary America.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Gainesville — This track encapsulates the band's signature blend of humor and critique, offering a reflective take on personal and cultural identity against a backdrop of energetic instrumentation.
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MINIMUM WAGE IS A GATEWAY DRUG — With its catchy chorus and pointed lyrics, this song serves as a critique of economic struggles, embodying the album’s overarching themes of discontent and irony.
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The Art of Whore — This track stands out for its sharp satire on consumer culture and self-perception, showcasing the band's skill in blending humor with critical commentary.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic punk riffs with sharp lyrics, creating a distinct sound while addressing societal issues.

What we noticed

The album opens with a short, punchy track that sets an energetic tone, followed by a series of songs that maintain a fast tempo and aggressive riffs.
Lyrically, the tracks feature sharp satire and social commentary, often using humor to address serious issues.
Several songs incorporate abrupt tempo changes, shifting from high-energy sections to slower, more reflective moments.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 A Jingle for the Product 3:47
2 “Contemplate this on the tree of woe.” 3:00
3 parishiltonisametaphor 2:57
4 Gainesville 3:37
5 Ode to the North American Snake Oil Distributor 2:27
6 MINIMUM WAGE IS A GATEWAY DRUG 2:21
7 The Classical Arrangement 2:22
8 AMERICASPREMIEREFAITHBASEDINITIATIVE 3:16
9 The Art of Whore 3:12
10 Fruity Pebbles 3:05
11 A PYRE LAID FOR IMAGE AND FRAME 2:50
12 Like Eye Contact in an Elevator 3:08
13 clown cars on cinder blocks 3:16

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