Epics in Minutes
Fucked Up · 2004
62 min · 21 tracks · hardcore punk
A whirlwind of raw energy and chaotic melodies that encapsulates the spirit of punk's DIY ethos.
Top tracks — play these first
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Color Removal Start here — This track opens the album with an explosive intensity that sets the tone for the chaotic energy throughout. Its aggressive instrumentation and urgent vocals exemplify Fucked Up's commitment to pushing punk's limits.
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Baiting the Public I — As one half of a two-part suite, this song captures a sense of urgency and commentary on societal issues, showcasing Fucked Up's lyrical depth amidst frenetic instrumentation.
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Generation + Red — This longer composition contrasts with other tracks by allowing for more intricate arrangements and lyrical exploration, making it a standout piece that reflects the band's ambition.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- explosive bursts of intensity
- short tracks for quick listening
- introspective moments amidst chaos
- frantic energy for active engagement
- varied pacing with sudden shifts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive pieces
- seek polished, smooth sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — This album features a unique approach that defies genre conventions.
- Career context
- When 'Epics in Minutes' was released in March 2004, Fucked Up had already begun to carve a niche within the hardcore punk scene, following their debut album 'Hidden World' in 2006. This album showcased their ambition to blend hardcore with more expansive musical ideas, setting the stage for their future recognition and critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Propagandhi· Pissed Jeans· The Chariot
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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What Could’ve Been
The narrative shifts into first-person reflections on past decisions and lost opportunities, evoking a sense of regret and introspection.
This choice amplifies the emotional weight of the lyrics, creating a personal connection that diverges from the album's otherwise energetic chaos.
Tracklist
- 1 Color Removal Start here 2:07
- 2 What Could’ve Been 2:51
- 3 Baiting the Public I 2:50
- 4 Baiting the Public II 2:20
- 5 Last Man Standing 1:59
- 6 Litany 2:04
- 7 Police 2:40
- 8 Circling the Drain 2:35
- 9 Reset the Ride 2:40
- 10 A Light That Never Comes On 1:38
- 11 Generation + Red 4:15
- 12 Dance of Death 3:46
- 13 CIUT Radio Set 5:37
- 14 The Lurking Fear (demo) 2:00
- 15 Circling the Drain (demo) 1:39
- 16 The Achilles List (demo) 1:04
- 17 Sleep Tight (demo) 1:13
- 18 Sirens (demo) 1:57
- 19 Piece by Piece (demo) 1:39
- 20 Following (demo) 1:36
- 21 Land of Nod (demo) 14:12
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