Short Sharp Shock
Chaos UK · 1984
27 min · 9 tracks · hardcore punk
Raw, relentless energy and socio-political commentary collide in a quintessential hardcore punk experience.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its critique of contemporary British society and its raw sound that helped define the hardcore punk genre. It received acclaim within the underground scene, influencing subsequent bands and contributing to the growing momentum of politically charged punk rock during the early 1980s.
- Best for
- front-loaded intensity and urgency short bursts of raw energy socio-political commentary with punch
- Context
- Released in January 1984, 'Short Sharp Shock' was Chaos UK's debut album, marking their transition from local gigs to wider recognition in the UK punk scene. This album came after a series of influential singles that established them within the hardcore punk movement, showcasing their commitment to addressing political issues through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mongol Shuudan· Ratos de Porão· 25 ta Life
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lawless Britain Standout 2:19
- 2 Living in Fear Standout 2:16
- 3 Detention Centre Standout 2:21
- 4 Support 1:53
- 5 Control 3:52
- 6 People at the Top 1:57
- 7 Global Domination 3:01
- 8 No One Seems to Really Care 1:23
- 9 Farmyard Stomp (again) 8:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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