Beat the Bastards by The Exploited - DeepRiffs

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Still thriving on the same venomous punk metal they helped create 15 years before, the Exploited come off as the angry old grandfathers of hardcore. After years of influencing other bands, it is almost refreshing to see them still making stronger music than many of the bands that have come and gone in their lifetime. Tracks like "System F**ked Up" have the same chugging riffs and gruff vocals of old, but inject a heavy production style reminiscent of S.O.D. or Suicidal Tendencies. In fact, those are two accurate comparisons for anyone unfamiliar with the Exploited; they have the same biting irony and unhappy attitude that those two groups are known for. The major difference is that the Exploited are definitely more straightforward and hateful, something that does not always work for them. The music is always game for that sort of lyrics, but through the album it becomes apparent that they could use a sense of humor. By the time songs like "Massacre of Innocents" roll around, the album becomes more about the sound of the music and the lyrics become less of an issue. But despite the problems with the lyrics, this is otherwise a very entertaining and angry album that shows a 15-year-old group displaying talent and energy far beyond most of its younger peers. ~ Bradley Torreano

1. Beat the Bastards

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

2. Affected by Them

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

3. Don't Blame Me

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

4. Law for the Rich

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

5. System Fucked Up

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

6. They Lie

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

7. If You're Sad

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

8. Fight Back

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

9. Massacre of Innocents

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

10. Police Tv

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

11. Sea of Blood

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

12. Fifteen Years

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

13. Serial Killer

by The Exploited

Primary Artist: The Exploited; Main Performer
Composer: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Lyricist: Wattie Buchan; Composer
Artist: The Exploited; Production
Author: Wattie Buchan; Production

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

13 tracks available

Type

LIVE

Format

Digital Media

Duration

51 minutes and 38 seconds

Explicit

Containing curse words, language, or art that is sexually, violently, or offensively oriented.

Coverart

Available and up to 3000x3000 px

Booklet

Available in PDF format

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

All tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

10/13 tracks have synced lyrics

Genres

Pop/Rock, Hard Rock, Metal, Alternative, Punk, Old School Punk

Label

Nuclear Blast

Music Distribution Service

Vital PIAS SPRL

Country

Germany

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Apr 22, 1996

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

727361327064