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Hot Dogma

TISM · 1990

70 min · 25 tracks · alternative rock

A chaotic blend of absurdist humor and punk energy that challenges societal norms with biting satire.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • chaotic energy for party vibes
  • absurd humor during late nights
  • quick bursts of satirical wit
  • dynamic pacing for active listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, serious themes
  • seek lengthy, meditative tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Hot Dogma' was TISM's third album, following their breakthrough with 'Great Truckin' Songs of the Renaissance'. At this point, they had developed a reputation for their unique blend of music and performance art, solidifying their status as a prominent force in the Australian alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
The B-52's· They Might Be Giants· Devo

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The TISM Boat Hire Offer 2:54
  • 2 ExistentialTISM 3:30
  • 3 While My Catarrh Gently Weeps 5:18
  • 4 They Shoot Heroin, Don't They? 2:49
  • 5 Dazed and Confucious 5:33
  • 6 Kevin Borich Expressionism, Part 1 0:22
  • 7 I'll 'Ave Ya 2:15
  • 8 Whinge Rock 2:34
  • 9 The TISM Nightsoil Cart and Horse Blues 2:53
  • 10 (I'm Gonna Sit Right Down And) Whittle Away My Furniture 2:13
  • 11 The TISM Finance Plan Offer 2:29
  • 12 Leo's Toltoy 4:04
  • 13 The History of Western Civilization 3:00
  • 14 Kevin Borich Expressionism, Part 2 0:22
  • 15 My Generation 3:20
  • 16 I Don't Want TISM I Want a Girlfriend 4:06
  • 17 Kevin Borich Expressionism, Part 4 0:25
  • 18 Get Thee in My Behind, Satan 3:02
  • 19 We Are the Champignons 2:13
  • 20 Let's Club It to Death 2:46
  • 21 Let's Form a Company 4:07
  • 22 Life Kills, Part I 3:35
  • 23 Life Kills, Part II 2:15
  • 24 Pus of the Dead 2:39
  • 25 It's Novel. It's Unique. It's Shithouse 1:45

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