Released 1988 | Length 15:05 Release date 1988 | |
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Genres Punk rock, Hardcore punk, Crossover thrash, Speed metal | ||
I81B4U was an EP from Boston hardcore punk / speed metal band, Gang Green. It was released in 1988, after the previous year's debut for Roadrunner Records, You Got It and before 1989's release, Older... Budweiser.
Contents
The title is a reference to Van Halen's album, OU812 released in the same year. I81B4U translates phonetically to "I Ate One Before You".
Overview
This EP shows the band's musical style as an intermediate point between hardcore punk and speed metal – also known as crossover thrash. Sing-along choruses and distinguished riffs combined with proficient guitar solos are trademarks of both of the former subgenres.
A few songs featured the band's trademark melodic mutant rock and roll style; "Bartender" and "Lost Chapter" have frequently been played during live shows.
Tracks 3 and 5 detail the love of loose women; the lyrics, including titles, contain noticeable sexual innuendo.
Track listing
- "Bartender" – 3:16
- "Lost Chapter" (Joe Gittleman, Doherty) – 2:59
- "Rent" – 2:07
- "Put Her On Top" – 3:42
- "Cum in U" – 3:02
Credits
Songs
1Bartender3:21
2Lost Chapter3:02
3Rent2:09