About this album
Where they were
By 2001, Propagandhi was in a period of artistic maturation, following their 1996 breakthrough album 'Less Talk, More Rock'. This third studio album solidified their status as influential voices in punk rock, showcasing their evolving musical complexity while maintaining their political edge.
Why it matters
Today's Empires, Tomorrow's Ashes received critical acclaim for its sharp socio-political commentary and was a commercial success, peaking at number 12 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. The album not only resonated within the punk community but also influenced a generation of politically-minded musicians, reinforcing the importance of activism in music.
Essential tracks
- "Today's Empires, Tomorrow's Ashes" — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of disillusionment with contemporary society, delivered through aggressive instrumentals and passionate lyrics.
- "Fuck the Border" — This track is a raw critique of national borders and immigration policies, embodying the band's confrontational style and commitment to social justice.
- "Ordinary People Do Fucked‐Up Things When Fucked‐Up Things Become Ordinary" — A powerful commentary on moral complacency, this track stands out for its catchy hooks juxtaposed with unsettling lyrical content.
Release Date
February 6, 2001
Artist Origin
Canada
Tracklist
- 1 Mate Ka Moris Ukun Rasik An 3:03
- 2 Fuck the Border 1:31
- 3 Today’s Empires, Tomorrow’s Ashes 2:37
- 4 Back to the Motor League 2:40
- 5 Natural Disasters 2:04
- 6 With Friends Like These Who the Fuck Needs COINTELPRO? 3:23
- 7 Albright Monument, Baghdad 2:27
- 8 Ordinary People Do Fucked‐Up Things When Fucked‐Up Things Become Ordinary 2:17
- 9 Ladies’ Nite in Loserville 1:45
- 10 Ego fum Papa (I Am the Pope) 1:38
- 11 New Homes for Idle Hands 1:44
- 12 Bullshit Politicians 1:33
- 13 March of the Crabs 1:56
- 14 Purina Hall of Fame 4:45
