Never Mind the Ballots

Chumbawamba

Never Mind the Ballots

RELEASED: January 01, 1987
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Always Tell the Voter What the Voter Wants to Hear 2:51 2. Come on Baby (Let’s Do the Revolution) 1:39 3. The Wasteland 4:23 4. Today’s Sermon 2:28 5. Ah-men 2:29 6. Mr. Heseltine Meets His Public 3:51 7. The Candidates Find Common Ground 4:29 8. …Here’s the Rest of Your Life 13:22
Never Mind the Ballots is a politically charged album by Chumbawamba, reflecting their anarchist and anti-establishment ethos. The sound blends elements of punk rock, folk, and pop, characterized by catchy melodies and sharp lyrics that challenge societal norms and political systems. It serves as a critique of the electoral process and the apathy surrounding it, making it a significant piece in the band's discography and a notable commentary on the political landscape of its time.