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In Defence of Our Earth

Oi Polloi · 1990

58 min · 15 tracks · oi!

Fierce punk anthems collide with urgent political messages, driving home the anarcho-punk ethos of resistance and environmental activism.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Thin Green Line — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its rallying cry against environmental destruction, presenting a clear manifesto for ecological activism.
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    When Two Men Kiss — This short yet impactful song challenges homophobia within society, showcasing Oi Polloi's commitment to inclusivity alongside their political messages.
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    Nazi Scum — A powerful anthem against racism and fascism, this track encapsulates Oi Polloi's fierce stance against hate and intolerance prevalent in society.
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    Die for BP (Time to Stop the War) — The lengthy closer serves as both a critique of corporate greed and a call to action, reflecting the band's deep investment in environmental issues.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • urgent environmental themes throughout
  • short bursts of raw energy
  • cathartic anthems for activism
  • reflective moments amidst aggression

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer polished, studio production
  • seek longer, meditative tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In Defence of Our Earth is Oi Polloi's third studio album, following their 1989 release, Fuaim Catha. By this point, the band had solidified their role in the anarcho-punk scene, delivering politically charged music that expressed their commitment to environmental issues and anti-establishment sentiments. The album further established Oi Polloi as a prominent voice in the UK punk landscape during a time of growing ecological awareness.
Stylistic neighbors
Crass· The Exploited· Conflict

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Thin Green Line 4:16
  • 2 23 Hours 3:14
  • 3 When Two Men Kiss 1:37
  • 4 Whale Song 1:19
  • 5 What Have We Done? 4:16
  • 6 Victim of a Chemical Spillage 4:25
  • 7 Anarcho Pie / Clachan Chalanais 5:33
  • 8 Free the Henge 2:58
  • 9 Nazi Scum 5:23
  • 10 World Park Antarctica 4:37
  • 11 Dealer in Death 2:09
  • 12 Omnicide 2:28
  • 13 Victims of a Gas Attack 1:18
  • 14 Die for BP (Time to Stop the War) 13:15
  • 15 [untitled] 1:33

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