What makes Str8 Outta Northcote by Blood Duster notable?

Str8 Outta Northcote became a cult classic in underground circles, known for its provocative themes and relentless pace. The album's distinctive style influenced the Australian grindcore scene and garnered critical acclaim for its unapologetic approach to subject matter and composition. Released in 1998, Str8 Outta Northcote was Blood Duster's second full-length album, following their debut, which had already established them as a unique force in the Australian metal scene. At this point in their career, they were honing their signature blend of deathgrind and irreverent humor, solidifying their identity within the genre.

How many songs are on Str8 Outta Northcote?

Str8 Outta Northcote has 22 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Str8 Outta Northcote

Blood Duster · 1998

42 min · 22 tracks · deathgrind

A chaotic blend of grindcore and humor, drenched in raw energy and satirical critiques of music culture.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Givin'stifftothestiff — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its aggressive sound and biting lyrics that encapsulate the band's irreverent humor.
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Hippie Kill Team — Clocking in at just 27 seconds, this track exemplifies the band's penchant for brevity while delivering a sharp critique of counterculture movements.
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Ihategirlsandcrustypunx — In under twenty seconds, the song distills the band's satirical take on punk rock culture, highlighting their playful yet confrontational attitude.
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Wheredoesallthemoneygowhenreleasingafulllengthalbum — This track cleverly addresses industry expectations and financial realities faced by independent bands, showcasing Blood Duster's knack for self-deprecating humor.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album's chaotic energy and satirical themes create a distinctive yet cohesive experience.

What we noticed

The album features short tracks, with most under two minutes, creating a relentless pace that rarely allows for breathing room.
Many songs incorporate humorous and satirical lyrics that critique music culture, often delivered in a chaotic vocal style.
The instrumentation blends fast-paced guitar riffs with blast beats, maintaining a raw and aggressive sound throughout the record.
Several tracks transition abruptly into one another, contributing to the overall sense of urgency and chaos.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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1 Givin'stifftothestiff 1:58
2 Hippie Kill Team 0:27
3 Metalasfuck 3:14
4 Ihategirlsandcrustypunx 0:17
5 Chop-Chop 0:45
6 Tittie 0:50
7 Motherload 0:43
8 Themeatsong (Stiffy in McDonalds) 1:46
9 Deathsquad 0:12
10 Instrumental 1 1:42
11 Thesimplelife 0:30
12 Wheredoesallthemoneygowhenreleasingafulllengthalbum 2:39
13 It'sjustnotmetal 1:58
14 Celebrating35%pigfat 0:38
15 F.S.S. 0:36
16 Oohahh 1:28
17 Derek2 0:31
18 Rollcall 2:27
19 Shovedupyourpisshole 2:14
20 Balladofhoyt 0:33
21 Puredigitalsilence 9:56
22 [untitled] 6:56

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