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Flags and Emblems

Stiff Little Fingers · 1991

35 min · 10 tracks · punk

Raw punk energy meets socially conscious lyrics, reflecting the band's Northern Irish roots and frustrations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • socially conscious lyrical themes
  • raw energy for sing-alongs
  • short bursts of engagement
  • motivational anthems for action

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking slow, reflective moments
  • prefer longer, immersive tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'Flags and Emblems' is Stiff Little Fingers' sixth studio album, following their 1989 effort 'Get a Life'. At this point, the band had established themselves as prominent figures in the punk scene, transitioning from their early work's youthful rebellion to more mature reflections on life and conflict.
Stylistic neighbors
The Clash· Sham 69· Buzzcocks

Tracklist

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

  • 1 (It's a) Long Way to Paradise (From Here) 2:55
  • 2 Stand Up and Shout 3:21
  • 3 Each Dollar a Bullet 3:17
  • 4 The Cosh 3:35
  • 5 Beirut Moon 4:19
  • 6 The Game of Life 3:22
  • 7 Human Shield 3:27
  • 8 Johnny 7 3:49
  • 9 Die and Burn 3:37
  • 10 No Surrender 4:03

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