Double Nickels on the Dime

Minutemen

Double Nickels on the Dime

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Anxious Mo‐Fo 1:15 2. Theatre Is the Life of You 1:28 3. Viet Nam 1:27 4. Cohesion 1:57 5. It’s Expected I’m Gone 2:07 6. #1 Hit Song 1:52 7. Two Beads at the End 1:50 8. Do You Want New Wave or Do You Want the Truth? 1:46 9. Don’t Look Now 1:40 10. Shit From an Old Notebook 1:33 11. Nature Without Man 1:43 12. One Reporter’s Opinion 1:47 13. Political Song for Michael Jackson to Sing 1:29 14. Maybe Partying Will Help 1:57 15. Toadies 1:38 16. Retreat 1:55 17. The Big Foist 1:27 18. God Bows to Math 1:18 19. Corona 2:29 20. The Glory of Man 2:52 21. Take 5, D. 1:41 22. My Heart and the Real World 1:03 23. History Lesson – Part II 2:12
Double Nickels on the Dime is often regarded as a seminal album in the punk rock genre and embodies the eclectic spirit of the Minutemen. The album features a diverse mix of musical styles, including punk, funk, jazz, and spoken word, reflecting the band's experimental approach to songwriting. Its lyrical themes delve into politics, personal experiences, and social commentary, making it a critical piece of the 1980s underground music scene. The album's influence can be seen in the works of numerous bands that followed, establishing it as a timeless classic.