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Get Loaded and Fuck

Poison Idea · 1988

18 min · 6 tracks · hardcore punk

Raw, aggressive riffs collide with confrontational lyrics, embodying the chaotic spirit of late '80s hardcore punk.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hangover Heartattack — The opening track captures the essence of self-destructive behavior through frenetic energy and biting lyrics, setting the tone for the album.
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    Drug Revival — This track's relentless tempo and raw vocal delivery highlight the band's critique of substance abuse, making it a standout commentary on addiction.
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    Ballad of a Pre-Op — Addressing themes of identity and transformation, this track combines melodic elements with punk aggression, showcasing the band's range.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

47 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album captures the raw energy of hardcore punk while addressing significant themes, though it may not offer deep complexity.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first four songs before slowing down slightly in the final two.
  • Each song features aggressive guitar riffs and shouted vocals, with lyrics that directly address themes of addiction and societal issues.
  • The production is raw and unpolished, enhancing the chaotic energy typical of late '80s hardcore punk.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Drug Revival

    The verses describe an individual spiraling deeper into addiction while the chorus emphasizes a cyclical return to substance use.

    This structure underscores the inescapable nature of addiction, creating a stark contrast between personal turmoil and communal recklessness.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hangover Heartattack 2:57
  • 2 Drug Revival 3:00
  • 3 Ballad of a Pre-Op 3:27
  • 4 Getting the Fear 2:58
  • 5 4 A.M. 2:43
  • 6 Burned for the Last Time 3:22

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