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Live and Loud!!

Sham 69 · 1987

51 min · 19 tracks · punk

A raucous explosion of punk energy, blending anthemic choruses with raw, rebellious lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sing-along anthems for gatherings
  • steady energy for road trips
  • cathartic release after a day
  • raw energy for live shows

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • dislike energetic and loud experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1987, 'Live and Loud!!' came during Sham 69's resurgence after their initial success in the late '70s. This album followed their earlier records like 'Tell Us the Truth' and showcased the band's ability to maintain relevance in the evolving punk scene. By this point, they were well-known for their energetic live performances and politically charged lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
The Clash· Buzzcocks· Stiff Little Fingers

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Angels With Dirty Faces 2:41
  • 2 Tell Us the Truth 2:25
  • 3 Questions and Answers 3:14
  • 4 Joey's on the Street Again 3:37
  • 5 Borstal Breakout 2:34
  • 6 Red London 2:28
  • 7 Hersham Boys 3:15
  • 8 That's Life 2:24
  • 9 Mister You're a Better Man 3:01
  • 10 Money 2:45
  • 11 Poor Cow 3:36
  • 12 White Riot 1:38
  • 13 They Don't Understand 2:00
  • 14 If the Kids Are United 3:22
  • 15 Voices 2:34
  • 16 Give a Dog a Bone 2:29
  • 17 Lost on Highway 46 2:39
  • 18 Day Tripper 2:33
  • 19 Stockholm Kids Are Innocent 1:51

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