Strive to Survive Causing the Least Suffering Possible
Flux of Pink Indians · 1983
31 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk
Raw, frenetic energy collides with sharp political commentary, creating a visceral auditory experience that defines the essence of hardcore punk.
Top tracks — play these first
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Some of Us Scream, Some of Us Shout — This track epitomizes the band's message-driven approach, blending urgent vocals with driving rhythms that urge listeners to confront societal complacency.
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Take Heed — With its straightforward lyrics and aggressive instrumentation, this song serves as a direct call to action against apathy and ignorance within society.
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They Lie, We Die — This track amplifies the band's political stance through its stark lyrical imagery and relentless pace, encapsulating the existential dread of the era.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's raw energy and political themes mark it as a notable entry in hardcore punk.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of fast tempos and aggressive guitar riffs across nearly all tracks, creating a relentless energy.
- Lyrical themes are politically charged, often addressing issues like consumerism and animal rights in a direct manner.
- The production is raw and unpolished, which enhances the visceral impact of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Take Heed
The bridge shifts from collective despair to a personal challenge, directly urging listeners to recognize their role in societal issues.
This moment breaks from general commentary by confronting the audience, transforming passive listening into an active call for awareness.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Song for Them 0:40
- 2 Charity Hilarity 1:29
- 3 Some of Us Scream, Some of Us Shout 1:57
- 4 Take Heed 2:29
- 5 T.V. Dinners 4:33
- 6 Tapioca Sunrise 4:38
- 7 Progress 1:41
- 8 They Lie, We Die 3:04
- 9 Blinded by Science 2:35
- 10 Myxomatosis 2:17
- 11 Is There Anybody There? 3:48
- 12 The Fun Is Over 2:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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