Death Before Dishonour by The Exploited

Death Before Dishonour

by The Exploited

Released: April 15, 1987

Crossover thrash

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The Album

The band's lineup for the album was Wattie Buchan as lead vocalist, Karl Morris and Wayne Tyas as guitarists, and Willie Buchan on drums. "Death Before Dishonour" is the fifth studio album by the Scottish punk rock band, The Exploited. The album showcased the band’s exceptional versatility, blending the elements of punk rock with heavy metal, an evolution that separated them from the traditional UK82 scene.

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Inside the Recording

Released in April 1987, the album was produced by Dave Pine and was the first Exploited album to be released by Rough Justice.

Stories and details

Interesting Facts

The Exploited was known for their rebellious and…

The Exploited was known for their rebellious and politically-charged lyrics, and "Death Before Dishonour" followed the same trail, dealing with modern, real-world issues.

Notable tracks from the album include "Police Informer"…

Notable tracks from the album include "Police Informer", "Sexual Favours" and "Anti-UK".

With over 15 songs and a running time…

With over 15 songs and a running time of approximately 50 minutes, "Death Before Dishonour" is a testament to the band's brash lyrical themes, aggressive guitar work, and a raw, abrasive sound that further cements The Exploited’s position in the punk and crossover thrash genres.

Then

Reception

The album received mixed reviews from critics but found its place in the hearts of many avid punk listeners worldwide.

Full background

The Complete Album Story

"Death Before Dishonour" is the fifth studio album by the Scottish punk rock band, The Exploited. Released in April 1987, the album was produced by Dave Pine and was the first Exploited album to be released by Rough Justice. The band's lineup for the album was Wattie Buchan as lead vocalist, Karl Morris and Wayne Tyas as guitarists, and Willie Buchan on drums.

The album showcased the band’s exceptional versatility, blending the elements of punk rock with heavy metal, an evolution that separated them from the traditional UK82 scene. The Exploited was known for their rebellious and politically-charged lyrics, and "Death Before Dishonour" followed the same trail, dealing with modern, real-world issues.

The album received mixed reviews from critics but found its place in the hearts of many avid punk listeners worldwide. Notable tracks from the album include "Police Informer", "Sexual Favours" and "Anti-UK".

With over 15 songs and a running time of approximately 50 minutes, "Death Before Dishonour" is a testament to the band's brash lyrical themes, aggressive guitar work, and a raw, abrasive sound that further cements The Exploited’s position in the punk and crossover thrash genres.

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