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Angry Samoans – Inside My Brain – Compact Disc

Inside My Brain is one of the seminal releases by the Angry Samoans, a band renowned for their significant influence on the punk rock scene. Released in 1980, this EP is noted for its raw energy, irreverent lyrics, and fast-paced aggressive sounds that exemplify early hardcore punk.

Inside My Brain showcases the Angry Samoans’ characteristic blend of fierce punk rock and off-kilter humor. With its brisk tempos and snarling guitars, the EP is a quintessential example of the hardcore punk that burgeoned in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The tracks are short, sharp, and to the point, typical of the genre, and they convey a sense of urgency and rebelliousness.

The EP includes several tracks that have become staples in the punk rock genre:
‘Right Side of My Mind’ – A fiercely energetic opener that sets the tone for the EP with its rapid-fire delivery and biting lyrics.
‘Gimme Sopor’ – Another fast-paced track, notorious for its raw sound and darkly humorous lyrics.
‘Inside My Brain’ – The title track which delves into themes of frustration and alienation, common in punk music, delivered with the band’s typical caustic wit.

Inside My Brain is highly regarded in punk circles for its authentic and unpolished approach to music. The EP captured the band at their most energetic and is considered a crucial document of the hardcore punk movement. It resonated with the disaffected youth of the era and helped cement the Angry Samoans’ reputation as one of the more influential and distinctive bands in the hardcore scene.

The Angry Samoans’ Inside My Brain has left a lasting legacy within punk rock, influencing countless bands with its brash sound and defiant attitude. The EP is often cited by musicians and critics alike for its impact on the evolution of hardcore punk and is revered for its raw, uncompromising approach to music and culture.

For fans of punk rock, especially those interested in the roots and development of hardcore punk, Inside My Brain is an essential listen that captures the spirit and energy of an explosive period in music history.

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Triple XXX Records

Track Listing
1. Right Side Of My Mind
2. Gimme Sopora
3. Hot Cars
4. Inside My Brain
5. You Stupid Asshole
6. Get Off The Air
7. My Old Man’s A Fatso
8. Carson Girls
9. I’m A Pig
10. Too Animalistic
11. Right Side Of My Mind