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Dirty Rotten LP

Dirty Rotten Imbeciles · 1983

26 min · 28 tracks · thrash metal ยท metalcore ยท crossover thrash

A blistering onslaught of raw energy, merging punk urgency with thrash metal ferocity in under three minutes per track.

Dirty Rotten LP is an album by Dirty Rotten Imbeciles, released in 1983. A blistering onslaught of raw energy, merging punk urgency with thrash metal ferocity in under three minutes per track. The 'Dirty Rotten LP' is significant not only for its aggressive sound but also for its commentary on societal issues, reflecting the political climate of the early 1980s. The album's raw production and incisive lyrics earned it a dedicated following, influencing countless bands in the crossover thrash genre and contributing to the rise of socially conscious punk music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dirty Rotten LP sound like?

A blistering onslaught of raw energy, merging punk urgency with thrash metal ferocity in under three minutes per track. Rooted in thrash metal and metalcore.

What makes Dirty Rotten LP by Dirty Rotten Imbeciles notable?

The 'Dirty Rotten LP' is significant not only for its aggressive sound but also for its commentary on societal issues, reflecting the political climate of the early 1980s. The album's raw production and incisive lyrics earned it a dedicated following, influencing countless bands in the crossover thrash genre and contributing to the rise of socially conscious punk music. When 'Dirty Rotten LP' was released in March 1983, Dirty Rotten Imbeciles were still establishing themselves in the crossover thrash scene. This debut album followed their early demo efforts and showcased their unique blend of hardcore punk and metal, setting the stage for their subsequent projects and increasing notoriety within underground music circles.

How many songs are on Dirty Rotten LP?

Dirty Rotten LP has 28 tracks, running approximately 26 minutes.

Tracklist

28 tracks·26:07

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Don't Need Society Standout 1:20
  • 2 Commuter Man 0:58
  • 3 Plastique 0:24
  • 4 Why 0:19
  • 5 Balance of Terror 0:41
  • 6 My Fate to Hate 0:27
  • 7 Who Am I 0:47
  • 8 Money Stinks 0:45
  • 9 Human Waste 0:21
  • 10 Yes Ma'am 0:49
  • 11 Dennis' Problem 0:51
  • 12 Closet Punk 0:33
  • 13 Reaganomics Standout 0:41
  • 14 Running Around 0:57
  • 15 Couch Slouch 1:26
  • 16 To Open Closed Doors 0:32
  • 17 Sad to Be 2:13
  • 18 War Crimes 1:13
  • 19 Busted 0:47
  • 20 Draft Me 0:20
  • 21 F.R.D.C. 0:23
  • 22 Capitalists Suck 0:37
  • 23 Misery Loves Company 0:34
  • 24 No Sense 1:18
  • 25 Blockhead 0:57
  • 26 Violent Pacification Standout 2:58
  • 27 Snap 1:16
  • 28 The Explorer 1:40

Release Date

March 1, 1983

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

26 min 7 sec