Midwestern Songs of the Americas

by Dillinger Four

Midwestern Songs of the Americas cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 23 June 1998
  • Label: Hopeless Records
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 31:59
  • Community rating: 3.95/5 from 6 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Dillinger Four's debut full-length is a blistering and articulate statement from the Minneapolis punk scene, defined by its dual-vocalist assault and socio-politically charged lyrics. The album combines a gruff, aggressive edge with surprisingly intricate melodies and a palpable sense of drunken camaraderie. 'Midwestern Songs of the Americas' established the band's reputation for crafting punk rock that was simultaneously intelligent, raw, and anthemic.

Genres

Descriptors: noisy, technical, alcohol, political, gang-vocals, melodic, fast, satirical, infectious

Tracklist

  1. O.K. F.M. D.O.A. (3:10)
  2. #51 Dick Butkus (2:24)
  3. It's A Fine LIne Between The Monkey And The Robot (2:15)
  4. Portrait Of The Artist As A Fucking Asshole (2:18)
  5. Twenty-One Said Three TImes Quickly (2:50)
  6. Super Powers Enable Me to Blend In With Machinery (2:09)
  7. Doublewhiskeycokenoice (2:20)
  8. Supermodels Don't Drink Colt .45 (2:42)
  9. Shut Your Little Trap, Inc (2:30)
  10. Mosh For Jesus (2:13)
  11. Hand Made Hard Times Handed Back (1:41)
  12. Honey, I Shit In The Hot Tub (1:41)
  13. The Great American Going Out Of Business Sale (3:40)

Credits

  • Dillinger Four - primary artist
  • Saint Patrick - bass [has a bass]
  • Dr. Monkey Hustle - drums [hits drums]
  • Bill Morrisette - guitar [plays guitar]
  • Erik Funk - guitar [plays guitar]
  • Kevin Gray - lacquer cut by

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