Compagni, cittadini, fratelli, partigiani / Ortodossia II cover

Compagni, cittadini, fratelli, partigiani / Ortodossia II

CCCP - Fedeli alla linea · 1988

29 min · 8 tracks · punk rock

A chaotic blend of punk energy and political fervor, layered with introspective lyrics that challenge societal norms.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Militanz — The opening track sets the tone for the album, presenting a raw and aggressive sound combined with revolutionary lyrics that immediately engage the listener.
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    Emilia paranoica — This track showcases the band's ability to weave personal narrative with broader social commentary, reflecting on regional identity amidst paranoia and tension.
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    Punk Islam — With its provocative title and sound, this song exemplifies the band's fearless exploration of diverse themes, challenging stereotypes while maintaining their punk ethos.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

55 /100
Foothills
Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album's chaotic energy and political themes create a distinct punk sound that resonates with its era.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a frenetic pace, which is maintained through the first four songs before a shift to more introspective themes.
  • Several tracks feature abrupt tempo changes and shifts in instrumentation, creating a sense of chaos that reflects the lyrical content.
  • The use of spoken word sections interspersed with aggressive vocals adds a layer of complexity to the delivery, challenging conventional punk structures.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 Militanz 1:58
  • 2 Sono come tu mi vuoi 2:54
  • 3 Morire 3:20
  • 4 Emilia paranoica 7:32
  • 5 Live in Pankow 2:39
  • 6 Mi ami? 2:47
  • 7 Spara Jurij 1:58
  • 8 Punk Islam 6:48

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