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Payin' the Dues

The Hellacopters · 1997

70 min · 19 tracks · hard rock

A raw and energetic blend of garage rock and punk influences with infectious melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • short, punchy tracks
  • wave-like pacing experience
  • energetic mood shifts
  • immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Payin' the Dues' was The Hellacopters' debut album, marking their emergence in the Swedish rock scene. At this time, the band was still establishing their identity, following their formation in 1994. This album set the stage for their later successes and solidified their reputation as key players in the garage rock revival.
Stylistic neighbors
The Datsuns· The Hives· Turbonegro

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 You Are Nothin’ 2:38
  • 2 Like No Other Man 3:14
  • 3 Looking at Me 2:04
  • 4 Riot on the Rocks 1:23
  • 5 Hey! 3:20
  • 6 City Slang 5:42
  • 7 Soulseller 3:12
  • 8 Where the Action Is 2:40
  • 9 Twist Action 2:03
  • 10 Colapso Nervioso 4:03
  • 11 Psyched Out & Furious 4:14

Disc 2

  • 1 Action de Grace 2:12
  • 2 You Are Nothin’ 2:27
  • 3 Disappointment Blues 4:29
  • 4 Born Broke 8:47
  • 5 Alright Already Now 3:18
  • 6 Downright Blue 4:45
  • 7 City Slang 0:43
  • 8 (Gotta Get Some Action) Now! / Soulseller 8:53

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