This week we’re discussing every album by DRI, the Dirty Rotten Imbeciles. Led by singer Kurt Brecht and guitarist Spike Cassidy, DRI helped to pioneer crossover thrash (the hybrid of hardcore punk and thrash metal). They were the most explosive and speedy punk band in their formative years, but they quickly transitioned seamlessly into one of the best and most respected thrash bands. Play them loud and try not to speed if you do it while driving.

Closing track: “Nursing Home Blues” from Dealing with It! (1985)

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Mike’s Picks:
Dealing with It! (1985) — Best Album
Dirty Rotten EP/LP (1983) — Personal Favorite
Full Speed Ahead (1995) — Worst Album, Least Favorite

Alex’s Picks:
Thrash Zone (1989) — Best Album
Definitions (1992) — Personal Favorite
4 of a Kind (1988) — Worst Album, Least Favorite

Albums we discussed this episode…
Dirty Rotten EP/LP (1983)
Dealing with It! (1985)
Crossover (1987)
4 of a Kind (1988)
Thrash Zone (1989)
Definitions (1992)
Full Speed Ahead (1995)