Mike and Alex take a break from albums this episode to talk about a band whose discography is 90 percent EPs. Luckily, the band is still amazing. The Minutemen, from San Pedro, CA, were one of the most interesting and unique punk bands during their short existence. The tragic death of singer/guitarist D. Boon put the kibosh on them, but bassist Mike Watt is still out there jamming econo. That last line will make more sense if you listen to the episode.
Closing Track: “Little Man with a Gun in His Hand” from Buzz or Howl Under the Influence of Heat (1983)
Mike’s Picks:
Joy (1981) — Personal Favorite
Double Nickels on the Dime (1984) — Best Album
3 Way Tie (For Last) (1985) — Worst Album, Least Favorite
Alex’s Picks:
The Punch Line (1981) — Personal Favorite
Double Nickels on the Dime (1984) — Best Album
Tour-Spiel (1984) — Worst Record, Least Favorite
Records discussed this episode…
Paranoid Time (1981)
Joy (1981)
The Punch Line (1981)
Bean-Spill (1982)
What Makes a Man Start Fires? (1983)
Buzz or Howl Under the Influence of Heat (1983)
The Politics of Time (1984)
Tour-Spiel (1984)
Double Nickels on the Dime (1984)
Project: Mersh (1985)
3 Way Tie (For Last) (1985)
Minuteflag (1986)
Follow Mike on Instagram @popejesseventura and Alex @motherpuncher