The eponymous debut is perhaps one of the most rocking releases to appear in the '80s. The manic tempos, masochistic vocals, and other signatures are toned down here to better suit the group's party message. Apolitical when compared to hard-line contemporaries like and , shoots for an inebriated slice-of-life essence more aligned with Boston's . The right-wing and skinhead references didn't exactly sit well with some '80s observers who mistakenly labeled the band as fascist. But even a casual study of reveals an allegiance contrary to the skinhead stereotype. Highlights include the -inspired guitar work on as well as the groove. A must-have for fans of the group and a strong recommendation for any '80s scholar, is simply a fun ride. ~ Vincent Jeffries