Dirty Rotten LP
Dirty Rotten Imbeciles · 1983
26 min · 28 tracks · thrash metal · metalcore · crossover thrash
A blistering onslaught of raw energy, merging punk urgency with thrash metal ferocity in under three minutes per track.
Why this album works
The 'Dirty Rotten LP' is significant not only for its aggressive sound but also for its commentary on societal issues, reflecting the political climate of the early 1980s. The album's raw production and incisive lyrics earned it a dedicated following, influencing countless bands in the crossover thrash genre and contributing to the rise of socially conscious punk music.
- Best for
- short bursts of chaotic energy for quick listening sessions ideal for intense mood shifts
- Context
- When 'Dirty Rotten LP' was released in March 1983, Dirty Rotten Imbeciles were still establishing themselves in the crossover thrash scene. This debut album followed their early demo efforts and showcased their unique blend of hardcore punk and metal, setting the stage for their subsequent projects and increasing notoriety within underground music circles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Stormtroopers of Death· Suicidal Tendencies· Gwar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Don't Need Society Standout 1:20
- 2 Commuter Man 0:58
- 3 Plastique 0:24
- 4 Why 0:19
- 5 Balance of Terror 0:41
- 6 My Fate to Hate 0:27
- 7 Who Am I 0:47
- 8 Money Stinks 0:45
- 9 Human Waste 0:21
- 10 Yes Ma'am 0:49
- 11 Dennis' Problem 0:51
- 12 Closet Punk 0:33
- 13 Reaganomics Standout 0:41
- 14 Running Around 0:57
- 15 Couch Slouch 1:26
- 16 To Open Closed Doors 0:32
- 17 Sad to Be 2:13
- 18 War Crimes 1:13
- 19 Busted 0:47
- 20 Draft Me 0:20
- 21 F.R.D.C. 0:23
- 22 Capitalists Suck 0:37
- 23 Misery Loves Company 0:34
- 24 No Sense 1:18
- 25 Blockhead 0:57
- 26 Violent Pacification Standout 2:58
- 27 Snap 1:16
- 28 The Explorer 1:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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