Inflammable Material (studio album) by Stiff Little Fingers

Inflammable Material by Stiff Little Fingers
Year: 1979
Overall rank: 1,966th   Overall chart historyOverall chart history
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78/100 (from 176 votes)
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Award Top albums of the 1970s (376th)
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78/100 (from 176 votes)
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From 01/26/2022 12:09
This album is a blast from start to finish. It has the classic punk sound which is a combination of frantic drumming, screeching guitars and shredding vocals. This is best shown on the songs Suspect Device, State Of Emergency and Alternative Ulster. Despite this, my favourite song is probably Johnny Was which is a lot slower and is allowed to breathe more. This shows just how diverse the group are and they have quality no matter what style they play in. However, there are a few tracks that are a little weaker that do feel like filler cuts. There aren't many of these but there are no real reason for about 4 or 5 of the songs and you don't really need to hear them. Overall, a fun experience with some fantastic punk moments and it is definitely worth looking into.
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From 06/17/2021 18:49
I know punk is supposed to be in your face, but this feels overly brash.

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From 02/09/2014 11:18
The Punk In The best moment is represented on this album
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From 12/21/2011 18:31
One of the most visceral records ever produced. The backdrop of the Irish troubles and Jake Burns' throat shredding vocals combine to produce a late punk classic. Tracks like 'Barbed Wire Love' show that they also had a sense of humour.
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From 01/19/2011 06:58
don't forget Johnny Was and Alternative Ulster
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From 11/07/2009 20:55
I agree! Easily one of the best punk albums of the 70s!
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From 07/07/2009 14:16
A must have for any punk fan! Suspect Device is probaly among the top 5 best punk songs ever! GET IT!!!
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Best Albums of 1979
1. London Calling by The Clash
2. The Wall by Pink Floyd
3. Unknown Pleasures by Joy Division
4. Fear Of Music by Talking Heads
5. Entertainment! by Gang Of Four
6. Breakfast In America by Supertramp
7. Off The Wall by Michael Jackson
8. Rust Never Sleeps by Neil Young & Crazy Horse
9. Highway To Hell by AC/DC
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11. Reggatta De Blanc by The Police
12. Damn The Torpedoes by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers
13. Metal Box by Public Image Ltd.
14. The B-52's by The B-52's
15. Specials by The Specials
16. Armed Forces by Elvis Costello And The Attractions
17. Singles Going Steady by Buzzcocks
18. 154 by Wire
19. Setting Sons by The Jam
20. Y by The Pop Group
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