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The Meanest of Times

Dropkick Murphys · 2007

105 min · 28 tracks · Celtic punk

A raucous blend of Celtic melodies and punk energy that fuels both rebellion and camaraderie.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, energetic listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • spirited group sing-alongs
  • rousing, anthemic choruses

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Meanest of Times' was released in 2007, Dropkick Murphys had already established themselves as a leading force in the Celtic punk scene following their breakthrough album, 'Sing Loud, Sing Proud!' in 2001. This album marked a continuation of their successful formula combining punk rock with traditional Irish musical influences, solidifying their fanbase and expanding their reach.
Stylistic neighbors
Flogging Molly· The Pogues· Street Dogs

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Famous for Nothing 2:47
  • 2 God Willing 3:17
  • 3 The State of Massachusetts 3:52
  • 4 Tomorrow’s Industry 2:19
  • 5 Echoes on “A”. Street 3:18
  • 6 Vice and Virtues 2:12
  • 7 Surrender 3:15
  • 8 (F)lannigan’s Ball 3:39
  • 9 I’ll Begin Again 2:38
  • 10 Fairmount Hill 3:58
  • 11 Loyal to No One 2:25
  • 12 Shattered 2:48
  • 13 Rude Awakenings 3:24
  • 14 Johnny, I Hardly Knew Ya 3:55
  • 15 Never Forget 2:51
  • 16 Jailbreak 3:54
  • 17 Thick Skin of Defiance 2:47
  • 18 Forever 2007 3:46
  • 19 Breakdown 2:28
  • 20 Flannigan’s Ball (original version) 3:39

Disc 2

  • 1 The State of Massuchusetts 4:40
  • 2 Making of State of Mass 2:36
  • 3 (F)lannigan’s Ball 3:59
  • 4 Wild Rover 9:44
  • 5 Forever 6:25
  • 6 Boys on the Dock 9:10
  • 7 Johnny I Hardly Knew Ya 4:10
  • 8 Credits 1:58

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