The People or the Gun cover

The People or the Gun

Anti-Flag · 2009

31 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk · pop-punk · street punk

A ferocious blend of punk rock energy and politically charged lyrics challenging the status quo.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, punchy songs
  • energetic workout motivation
  • immediate hooks and energy
  • politically charged themes
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2009, Anti-Flag was solidifying their position as a leading voice in politically driven punk after their breakthrough album 'For Blood and Empire' in 2006. 'The People or the Gun' followed a period of increased activism for the band, reflecting their commitment to social justice amidst a turbulent political landscape in the U.S.
Stylistic neighbors
Rise Against· Pennywise· NOFX

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sodom, Gomorrah, Washington D.C. (Sheep in Shepherd’s Clothing) 2:50
  • 2 The Economy Is Suffering… Let It Die 3:36
  • 3 The Gre(A)t Depression 3:08
  • 4 We Are the One 3:07
  • 5 You Are Fired (Take This Job, Ah, Fuck It) 1:00
  • 6 This Is the First Night 3:33
  • 7 No War Without Warriors (How Do You Sleep?) 2:28
  • 8 When All the Lights Go Out 3:08
  • 9 On Independence Day 2:51
  • 10 The Old Guard 4:17
  • 11 Teenage Kennedy Lobotomy 1:06

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