Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death
Dead Kennedys · 1987
51 min · 17 tracks · hardcore punk
A frenetic blend of hardcore punk energy and biting satire that critiques societal norms.
Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death is an album by Dead Kennedys, released in 1987. A frenetic blend of hardcore punk energy and biting satire that critiques societal norms. This album is significant for its incisive commentary on social issues and its influence on the punk scene, encapsulating the ethos of the 1980s punk movement. It has been praised in various publications for its sharp wit and uncompromising approach to political discourse, solidifying Dead Kennedys' legacy as one of the genre's most provocative voices. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death sound like?
A frenetic blend of hardcore punk energy and biting satire that critiques societal norms. Rooted in hardcore punk.
What makes Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death by Dead Kennedys notable?
This album is significant for its incisive commentary on social issues and its influence on the punk scene, encapsulating the ethos of the 1980s punk movement. It has been praised in various publications for its sharp wit and uncompromising approach to political discourse, solidifying Dead Kennedys' legacy as one of the genre's most provocative voices. Released on June 1, 1987, 'Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death' is a compilation album by Dead Kennedys, following their influential studio albums. This release came after the band's disbandment in 1986 and features tracks from earlier works and live performances, showcasing their relentless critique of American culture.
How many songs are on Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death?
Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death has 17 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Police Truck 2:24
- 2 Too Drunk to Fuck Standout 2:40
- 3 California über alles Standout 3:27
- 4 The Man With the Dogs 3:02
- 5 Insight 1:40
- 6 Life Sentence 2:40
- 7 A Child and His Lawnmower 0:55
- 8 Holiday in Cambodia Standout 3:44
- 9 I Fought the Law 2:18
- 10 Saturday Night Holocaust 4:20
- 11 Pull My Strings 5:52
- 12 Short Songs 0:28
- 13 Straight A's 2:13
- 14 Kinky Sex Makes the World Go 'Round 4:17
- 15 The Prey 3:48
- 16 Night of the Living Rednecks 5:10
- 17 Buzzbomb From Pasadena 2:22
Release Date
June 1, 1987
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
51 min 26 sec
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