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Family Man

Black Flag · 1984

33 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk · post-hardcore

Chaotic and raw, this album combines aggressive punk rhythms with dark humor and social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick, intense listening sessions
  • raw, chaotic energy bursts
  • dark humor exploration
  • dynamic emotional shifts

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1984, 'Family Man' was Black Flag's fifth studio album and marked a significant moment in their evolution. Following the departure of key members, the band embraced a more experimental approach, showcasing their willingness to push boundaries within the hardcore punk genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Minor Threat· Dead Kennedys· Circle Jerks

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Family Man 1:21
  • 2 Salt on a Slug 1:32
  • 3 Hollywood Diary 0:35
  • 4 Let Your Fingers Do the Walking 2:34
  • 5 Shed Reading (Rattus Norvegicus) 1:25
  • 6 No Deposit - No Return 0:41
  • 7 Armageddon Man 9:14
  • 8 Long Lost Dog of It 2:05
  • 9 I Won’t Stick Any of You Unless and Until I Can Stick All of You! 5:50
  • 10 Account for What? 4:20
  • 11 The Pups Are Doggin’ It 4:16

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