The Big Dirty
Every Time I Die · 2007
36 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk
A chaotic blend of hardcore punk aggression and sharp metalcore riffs punctuated by sardonic lyrics and relentless energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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No Son of Mine — Opening with a furious pace, this track sets the tone for the album's relentless energy while exploring themes of familial conflict with dark humor.
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Pigs Is Pigs — This song features aggressive instrumentation paired with biting lyrics that critique societal norms, perfectly encapsulating the band's signature style.
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Cities and Years — Here, the band employs a more melodic approach while maintaining their hardcore roots, creating a dynamic contrast that showcases their versatility.
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Depressionista — With its introspective lyrics and heavy riffs, this track delves into personal struggles, highlighting the band's ability to blend humor with serious topics.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production while balancing aggression with moments of melody.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, maintaining intensity through the first half before introducing slower, more melodic sections.
- The lyrics often employ dark humor and irony, with vocal delivery alternating between aggressive screams and more melodic lines.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energy for active listening
- short bursts of intense expression
- for adrenaline-fueled moments
- chaotic soundscapes for catharsis
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, mellow experiences
- seek lengthy, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Big Dirty is Every Time I Die's fifth studio album, released in 2007 following their critically acclaimed record Gutter Phenomenon. At this point, the band was solidifying its position within the metalcore scene, building a reputation for energetic live shows and a unique blend of humor and intensity in their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Chariot· Norma Jean· Hopesfall
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No Son of Mine 3:23
- 2 Pigs Is Pigs 2:39
- 3 Leatherneck 2:08
- 4 We’rewolf 3:24
- 5 Rebel Without Applause 3:22
- 6 Cities and Years 2:56
- 7 Rendez‐Voodoo 3:14
- 8 A Gentleman’s Sport 2:34
- 9 INRIhab 4:04
- 10 Depressionista 2:28
- 11 Buffalo Gals 3:27
- 12 Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Battery 2:29
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