What makes Inflammable Material by Stiff Little Fingers notable?

'Inflammable Material' is significant for its unflinching critique of the sociopolitical landscape in Ireland, making it a landmark punk album. The track 'Alternative Ulster' became an anthem for youth disillusionment during a tumultuous period and helped establish the band's influence on subsequent punk bands and movements. Released on January 1, 1979, 'Inflammable Material' was Stiff Little Fingers' debut album, emerging from the politically charged atmosphere of Northern Ireland. The band had already gained attention for their live performances, and this album solidified their place in the punk scene as one of the first groups to address both personal and political issues directly through music.

Who is Inflammable Material for?

Inflammable Material works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, short, punchy songs and urgent, political themes.

How many songs are on Inflammable Material?

Inflammable Material has 13 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Inflammable Material

Stiff Little Fingers · 1979

41 min · 13 tracks · punk

Raw, energetic punk anthems collide with urgent political commentary and a defiant spirit.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
short, punchy songs
urgent, political themes
raw, energetic intensity

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 1, 1979, 'Inflammable Material' was Stiff Little Fingers' debut album, emerging from the politically charged atmosphere of Northern Ireland. The band had already gained attention for their live performances, and this album solidified their place in the punk scene as one of the first groups to address both personal and political issues directly through music.
Stylistic neighbors: The Clash· Sham 69· Buzzcocks

Tracklist

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

1 Suspect Device 2:37
2 State of Emergency 2:29
3 Here We Are Nowhere 0:59
4 Wasted Life 3:11
5 No More of That 2:04
6 Barbed Wire Love 3:33
7 White Noise 1:59
8 Breakout 3:04
9 Law and Order 3:14
10 Rough Trade 2:39
11 Johnny Was 8:11
12 Alternative Ulster 2:44
13 Closed Groove 4:17

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