What Makes a Man Start Fires?
Minutemen · 1983
26 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · punk
A frenetic blend of punk energy and experimental rock, bursting with socio-political commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick, punchy listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- socio-political reflections
- energetic bursts of creativity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1983, 'What Makes a Man Start Fires?' marks Minutemen's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Double Nickels on the Dime.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation as innovative punk musicians who blended genres and tackled complex themes in their lyrics, setting them apart from their contemporaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sonic Youth· Fugazi· Wire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bob Dylan Wrote Propaganda Songs 1:29
- 2 One Chapter in the Book 1:02
- 3 Fake Contest 1:43
- 4 Beacon Sighted Through Fog 1:00
- 5 Mutiny in Jonestown 1:08
- 6 East Wind/Faith 2:08
- 7 Pure Joy 1:29
- 8 '99 1:00
- 9 The Anchor 2:34
- 10 Sell or Be Sold 1:44
- 11 The Only Minority 1:00
- 12 Split Red 0:53
- 13 Colors 2:05
- 14 Plight 1:37
- 15 The Tin Roof 1:08
- 16 Life as a Rehearsal 1:34
- 17 This Road 1:24
- 18 Polarity 1:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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