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Divide and Exit

Sleaford Mods · 2014

40 min · 14 tracks · post-punk · minimalist music

Raw, biting lyrics blend with minimalist beats, channeling the frustrations of British working-class life.

Divide and Exit is an album by Sleaford Mods, released in 2014. Raw, biting lyrics blend with minimalist beats, channeling the frustrations of British working-class life. 'Divide and Exit' received widespread acclaim for its unfiltered portrayal of modern British life, earning praise from publications like The Guardian and Pitchfork. The album's success helped solidify Sleaford Mods' position in the alternative music scene, influencing a wave of artists addressing social issues through a similar lens. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Divide and Exit sound like?

Raw, biting lyrics blend with minimalist beats, channeling the frustrations of British working-class life. Rooted in post-punk and minimalist music.

What makes Divide and Exit by Sleaford Mods notable?

'Divide and Exit' received widespread acclaim for its unfiltered portrayal of modern British life, earning praise from publications like The Guardian and Pitchfork. The album's success helped solidify Sleaford Mods' position in the alternative music scene, influencing a wave of artists addressing social issues through a similar lens. Released on January 1, 2014, 'Divide and Exit' marked Sleaford Mods' first studio album after a series of well-received EPs. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves as a crucial voice in the post-punk revival, blending spoken word with punk influences and stark commentary on contemporary society.

How many songs are on Divide and Exit?

Divide and Exit has 14 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·40:00

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

  • 1 Air Conditioning Standout 2:26
  • 2 Tied Up in Nottz Standout 2:41
  • 3 A Little Ditty 2:32
  • 4 You’re Brave 2:45
  • 5 Strike Force 2:50
  • 6 The Corgi 2:35
  • 7 From Rags to Richards 3:26
  • 8 Liveable Shit Standout 3:19
  • 9 Under the Plastic and N.C.T. 3:18
  • 10 Tiswas 3:12
  • 11 Keep Out of It 3:00
  • 12 Smithy 2:22
  • 13 Middle Men 2:31
  • 14 Tweet Tweet Tweet 3:03

Release Date

January 1, 2014

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

40 min 0 sec