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| Ire Works | ||||
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| Released | November 5, 2007 | |||
| Recorded | 2007 | |||
| Genre | ||||
| Length | 38:26 | |||
| Label | Relapse | |||
| Producer | Steve Evetts | |||
| The Dillinger Escape Plan chronology | ||||
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Ire Works is the third studio album by American band the Dillinger Escape Plan. The album was released in the UK on November 5, 2007, in the US on November 13 through Relapse Records, and in Japan on November 28. The album was their last album on Relapse.[1] The album is Gil Sharone's only album with the band and their first without founding drummer Chris Pennie. Lead guitarist Ben Weinman plays guitar alone on the record, due to Brian Benoit's injury. The album is described as mathcore,[2] post-hardcore,[3] and metalcore, incorporating a wide variety of influences including electronic music.[4][5]
According to an interview in Terrorizer magazine, this is their last album on the Relapse Records label.[6] The album was critically successful, debuting on the Billboard 200 at number 142 with 7,000 copies scanned,[7] but was later corrected when it was revealed that Relapse somehow forgot to scan the pre-release album sales, which made the first week total actually around 11,000. The album features guest vocals by band's former vocalist Dimitri Minakakis (on "Fix Your Face") and Mastodon's Brent Hinds (on "Horse Hunter").
Background
[edit]After a successful reception and tour to Miss Machine, the band began recording new material. However, drummer Chris Pennie left the band to join Coheed and Cambria as the band's permanent drummer after the departure of their former drummer. Shortly after, new drummer Gil Sharone was hired by Dillinger and performed the drum tracks on the album.
During the Miss Machine tours, guitarist Brian Benoit developed nerve damage in his left hand and was forced to quit the band. Instead of hiring a new guitarist, Ben Weinman played all of the album's guitar tracks. Jeff Tuttle was later hired as the band's touring guitarist. Once again, the band hired metalcore producer Steve Evetts. Former vocalist Dimitri Minakakis makes guest vocals on the track "Fix Your Face", and has appeared on stage with the band many times.
The artwork was created by Shelby Cinca of Frodus and Decahedron.[8] He was chosen by the band for his sci-fi/futurist-influenced visual sensibilities. The artwork is also a subtle reference to Bloom's Taxonomy of Learning, as a URL pointing to "ireworks.net" is written in small, almost hidden text on the album's official lyric sheet. The triangle on the album contains the same basic colors shown on the Bloom's Taxonomy of Learning pyramid, though the actual artwork uses gradients versus having different levels of shading. [9]
The song "Milk Lizard" can be heard on the radio station Krunch 106.66 in the video game Saints Row 2.[10]
Critical reception
[edit]| Aggregate scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| Metacritic | 84/100[11] |
| Review scores | |
| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [4] |
| The A.V. Club | A−[12] |
| Chronicles of Chaos | 9/10[13] |
| Decibel | 9/10[14] |
| Drowned in Sound | 8/10[15] |
| Kerrang! | [16] |
| NME |  [17] |
| Pitchfork | 8.0/10[2] |
| PopMatters | 9/10[5] |
Ire Works was released to critical acclaim. In the January 2008 issue of Revolver they counted down the top 20 albums of 2007 with Ire Works at number two, right behind Baroness's Red Album and before High on Fire's Death Is This Communion. It gained the same spot in Kerrang! magazine's Top 20 albums of 2007, before Machine Head's The Blackening and behind Biffy Clyro's Puzzle. It was ranked number 3, below Watain's Sworn to the Dark and Pig Destroyer's Phantom Limb, in Decibel's Top 40 Albums of 2007. Mike Portnoy named this album one of his favorite albums of 2007 on his official web page.
Track listing
[edit]All tracks are written by Ben Weinman and Greg Puciato.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Fix Your Face" | 2:41 |
| 2. | "Lurch" | 2:03 |
| 3. | "Black Bubblegum" | 4:04 |
| 4. | "Sick on Sunday" | 2:10 |
| 5. | "When Acting as a Particle" | 1:23 |
| 6. | "Nong Eye Gong" | 1:16 |
| 7. | "When Acting as a Wave" | 1:33 |
| 8. | "82588" | 1:56 |
| 9. | "Milk Lizard" | 3:55 |
| 10. | "Party Smasher" | 1:56 |
| 11. | "Dead as History" | 5:29 |
| 12. | "Horse Hunter" | 3:11 |
| 13. | "Mouth of Ghosts" | 6:49 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 14. | "The Perfect Design" (live) | 3:57 |
The live version of "The Perfect Design" previously appeared on the Plagiarism EP.
Personnel
[edit]- Greg Puciato – lead vocals
- Ben Weinman – guitars, piano, sound design, programming, backing vocals, production
- Liam Wilson – bass
- Gil Sharone – drums, percussion
Additional personnel
[edit]- Dimitri Minakakis – additional vocals on "Fix Your Face"
- Brent Hinds – additional vocals on "Horse Hunter"
- Steve Evetts – production
- Steve Ryan – additional/assistant engineering
- Alan Douches – mastering
- Ben Weinman – sound design
- Shelby Cinca – graphic design
- Craig Demel – violin
- Robin Reynolds – cello
- Phill Williams – percussion
- Ali Tabatabai – percussion, saw
- Matt Lupo – trumpet
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2007) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| French Albums (SNEP)[18] | 169 |
| UK Albums (OCC)[19] | 147 |
| US Billboard 200[20] | 142 |
| US Top Hard Rock Albums (Billboard)[21] | 17 |
References
[edit]- ^ "THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN: Complete Work on New Album; Unveil Preview Track - News from Relapse Records / Release Entertainment". Archived from the original on October 20, 2007. Retrieved September 17, 2007.
- ^ a b "The Dillinger Escape Plan: Ire Works". Pitchfork.
- ^ "'Works' for us - The Boston Globe". Boston Globe. December 11, 2007. Retrieved April 21, 2021.
- ^ a b "Ire Works - The Dillinger Escape Plan". AllMusic.
- ^ a b "The Dillinger Escape Plan: Ire Works". PopMatters.
- ^ Terrorizer Issue 165, December 2007: Interview with The Dillinger Escape Plan
- ^ Alicia Keys Lands Fourth Consecutive #1 Album - News Story | Music, Celebrity, Artist News | MTV News
- ^ "Decahedron". Decahedron. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
- ^ "Ire Works". Archived from the original on November 21, 2007. Retrieved December 2, 2007.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ "Saints Row 2 Music". IGN. October 6, 2008. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
- ^ Ire Works at Metacritic
- ^ "Dillinger Escape Plan: Ire Works". The A.V. Club.
- ^ "The Dillinger Escape Plan - Ire Works : Review". Chronicles of Chaos.
- ^ Decibel magazine, issue #38, p.87. Schizopolis: Ire Works review by Jon Bennett.
- ^ "Album Review: The Dillinger Escape Plan - Ire Works / Releases / Releases // Drowned in Sound". Archived from the original on February 23, 2015. Retrieved February 23, 2015.
- ^ (11/10/2007, p.48)
- ^ (11/03/2007, p.47)
- ^ "Lescharts.com – The Dillinger Escape Plan – Ire Works". Hung Medien. Retrieved July 13, 2020.
- ^ "Chart Log UK: Asher D – Dyverse". zobbel.de. Retrieved July 13, 2020.
- ^ "The Dillinger Escape Plan Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved July 13, 2020.
- ^ "The Dillinger Escape Plan Chart History (Top Hard Rock Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved July 13, 2020.
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Background and Development
Band Context
The Dillinger Escape Plan formed in 1997 in Morris Plains, New Jersey, emerging from the dissolution of the political hardcore punk trio Arcane, which included guitarist Ben Weinman, vocalist Dimitri Minakakis, and drummer Chris Pennie.[4] The band quickly established itself as a pioneer in the mathcore genre, characterized by disorienting technicality that blended grindcore intensity, early metalcore aggression, Latin polyrhythms, and electronic influences.[5] Their debut album, Calculating Infinity (1999), set a benchmark for the style with its frenetic drumming by Pennie and intricate guitar work by Weinman, including standout tracks like "43% Burnt" that showcased their boundary-pushing approach.[5] This release propelled the band to underground prominence, though their early years were marked by lineup flux and a reputation for chaotic live performances.[6] By the mid-2000s, the band had evolved toward greater experimentation while retaining their core extremity. Following Minakakis's departure in 2001, vocalist Greg Puciato joined in late 2001 after submitting promising demo recordings, making his full debut on the 2004 album Miss Machine.[6] Puciato's versatile vocal style—ranging from guttural shouts and shrieks to clean crooning—introduced melodic elements and atmospheric depth, influencing a shift from the debut's unrelenting chaos to more accessible structures with headbangable riffs and jazz-fusion touches.[7][4] This change, evident in tracks like "Panasonic Youth," broadened their appeal without diluting their technical prowess, solidifying Miss Machine as a pivotal evolution in their discography.[6] Leading into the creation of Ire Works, the band navigated significant transitional challenges in 2006. Drummer Chris Pennie departed abruptly that year to join Coheed and Cambria full-time after forming a musical bond with their frontman Claudio Sanchez during joint tours, creating contractual conflicts and delaying production.[8] Concurrently, guitarist Brian Benoit, who had joined in 1998, was sidelined by a nerve-related hand injury (brachial plexus neuritis) sustained in April 2005 during a live show, which progressively limited his playing ability and forced temporary lineup adjustments by mid-2006.[9] These shifts tested the band's resilience but paved the way for fresh dynamics in their sound.[8]Album Conception
Following the release of their 2004 album Miss Machine, The Dillinger Escape Plan sought to evolve their sound, expressing dissatisfaction with the rigid constraints of their chaotic mathcore style and aiming to venture into more accessible and experimental territory. Bassist Liam Wilson noted that the band was motivated by a desire to avoid stagnation, reclaim creative ground, and break new boundaries, allowing for greater vocal and rhythmic experimentation while maintaining their technical intensity. This shift was influenced by the band's recent hiatus from touring, which provided time for reflection and innovation away from the pressures of live performance.[10][11] Central to the album's conception was the thematic focus on "ire," embodying raw anger and frustration as a core working motif, which broadened into explorations of emotional catharsis and human responses to control and chaos. Vocalist Greg Puciato and bassist Liam Wilson discussed early ideas during an intense cross-country drive to the recording studio, reviewing demos and drawing from personal challenges, including injuries and lineup instability, to channel this intensity into the material. The title Ire Works encapsulated this evolution, reflecting the band's weariness with their relentless pace and a push toward more introspective, multifaceted expression.[12][10] Initial planning involved self-producing key elements through home recording setups, with band members exchanging remote demos via digital platforms to incorporate electronic textures and melodic structures early on. This approach allowed for collaborative refinement before entering the studio, where external producer Steve Evetts was brought in to provide objective input and polish the arrangements without overshadowing the band's vision. Following drummer Chris Pennie's departure to join Coheed and Cambria, the demos helped integrate new member Gil Sharone seamlessly, ensuring the project retained its momentum.[10][11] The album's artwork was conceived by visual artist Shelby Cinca of Frodus and Decahedron, selected for his distinctive sci-fi and futurist aesthetic to visually represent the layered emotional dynamics at the heart of the record. Cinca's design featured a triangular composition evoking escalating responses to ire, aligning with the band's conceptual goals.[2]Recording and Production
Studio Sessions
The recording of Ire Works took place primarily at Omen Room Studios in Cypress, California, with drum tracking conducted at Sonikwire Studios in Irvine, California.[13][14] Additional overdubs and mixing occurred at Omen Room.[13] The sessions took place over several months in 2007, concluding in time for the album's November release.[1][12] Producer Steve Evetts, who had previously collaborated with the band, oversaw the sessions to achieve a polished yet aggressive sound, emphasizing layered instrumentation for depth and intensity.[1][13] Evetts handled engineering duties, focusing on capturing the band's chaotic energy while refining arrangements through multiple takes and overdubs.[11] The process faced significant challenges due to lineup instability, including the departure of drummer Chris Pennie to join Coheed and Cambria, which necessitated the integration of Gil Sharone on drums and led to improvised arrangements for several tracks.[15][12] Guitarist Brian Benoit's departure from the band due to ongoing nerve damage from a prior injury, which prevented his participation in the recording, with Ben Weinman handling all guitar parts.[15] Technical aspects included the incorporation of electronic elements during overdubs to enhance melodic contrasts against the band's aggressive core, alongside unconventional techniques such as using a hallway at Omen Room as a natural reverb chamber for drums to amplify their scale and blend chaos with structured elements.[13][16]Personnel Involvement
The core lineup for Ire Works consisted of vocalist Greg Puciato, guitarist Ben Weinman, bassist Liam Wilson, and drummer Gil Sharone, who had recently joined the band following the departure of previous drummer Chris Pennie.[1][17] Weinman handled all guitar parts on the album, as rhythm guitarist Brian Benoit was sidelined by injury during recording.[18] Guest contributors included former Dillinger Escape Plan vocalist Dimitri Minakakis, who provided additional vocals on the opening track "Fix Your Face," and Mastodon guitarist Brent Hinds, who contributed backing vocals on the closing track "Horse Hunter."[19][20] Additional orchestral elements were arranged by Nanos Operetta, featuring cello by Robin Reynolds, percussion by Phil Williams and Ali Tabatabai (the latter also on saw), and violin by Craig Demel.[21] Weinman also contributed piano, programming, sound design, and backing vocals across the album.[17] Production was led by Steve Evetts as primary producer, engineer, and mixer, with Weinman serving as co-producer; the album was recorded and mixed at Omen Room Studios in Cypress, California.[22][19] Assistant engineers Allan Hessler and Steve Ryan supported the sessions, while Alan Douches handled mastering at West West Side Music.[17][23] Executive production oversight was provided by Relapse Records' Matthew Jacobson.[19]Musical Style and Themes
Genres and Influences
Ire Works is primarily classified as mathcore, a genre characterized by its complex rhythms and aggressive intensity, while incorporating elements of post-hardcore, metalcore, and experimental rock.[3] The album marks a notable evolution from the band's earlier work on Calculating Infinity (1999), which was defined by its unrelenting chaos and technical extremity, toward a sound that introduces greater melody and electronic flourishes for enhanced accessibility without sacrificing the core's technical rigor.[3] This shift is evident in the album's blend of blistering hardcore riffs, atmospheric passages, and breakdowns that maintain the band's signature dynamism.[24] The album draws significant influences from Faith No More and Nine Inch Nails, particularly in its adoption of eclectic song structures that mix abrasive metal with pop sensibilities and industrial textures.[3] These inspirations are complemented by integrations of jazz fusion elements, such as improvisational breaks, and industrial sounds that add layers of electronic manipulation, including glitchy synthesizers and programmed beats.[25] Instrumentally, Ire Works heavily employs odd time signatures and polyrhythms to drive its unpredictable energy, often juxtaposed with synthesizers that create abrupt transitions between chaos and melody.[3] Tracks feature dynamic instrumentation, including horns, strings, and piano, which underscore the album's experimental rock leanings and its push toward a more varied, groove-oriented metalcore framework.[3] This approach retains the technical prowess of mathcore while broadening the band's appeal through structured yet innovative compositions.[24]Lyrics and Songwriting
The lyrics of Ire Works predominantly explore themes of anger, personal turmoil, fractured relationships, and societal frustration, often framed through the lens of control, hierarchy, and emotional conflict. Greg Puciato described the album's content as centered on relationships—both romantic and interpersonal—focusing on the challenges of dealing with others' expectations, reflecting on ended connections, and navigating power dynamics such as man versus woman, man versus man, or even man versus machine, all tied to broader "first world problems." These elements are fueled by a sense of "ire," interpreted as intense wrath or hatred, which permeates the record as a response to duress and emotional strain. For instance, tracks like "Fix Your Face" embody aggressive outbursts that capture raw frustration and emotional intensity, aligning with the album's overarching narrative of turmoil.[26] The songwriting process for Ire Works was highly collaborative, particularly between vocalist Greg Puciato and guitarist Ben Weinman, with music typically composed first to establish rhythmic complexities before lyrics were crafted to fit. Weinman handled the primary instrumental composition, while Puciato developed lyrics and vocal melodies in response, incorporating mutual feedback to refine the material without overstepping roles—this "checks and balances" approach ensured cohesion amid the band's evolving lineup. The entire group convened in California for an immersive recording period, living together to facilitate democratic idea exchange, which allowed themes to emerge organically from personal discussions during the intense cross-country drive to the sessions. This method marked a maturation in the band's perspective, emphasizing introspection and relational co-dependency as recurring motifs, reflecting deeper self-examination compared to prior works.[27][12][26] Puciato's vocal techniques further enhance the thematic duality of aggression and vulnerability, ranging from guttural screams to layered clean singing, often employing 30 to 120 tracks per song to build intricate textures. This versatility underscores the lyrics' exploration of emotional repression and relational intimacy disorders, where harsh roars convey fury and societal discontent, while melodic passages reveal underlying fragility and introspection. In tracks addressing fame's pressures—though not always explicit—these shifts mirror the band's maturing view on personal and creative dependencies, blending raw outburst with nuanced reflection.[27][28]Release and Promotion
Release Information
Ire Works was released by Relapse Records on November 5, 2007, in the United Kingdom, followed by November 13, 2007, in the United States and November 28, 2007, in Japan.[29][30][31] This marked the band's final album with Relapse Records before their subsequent move to Season of Mist.[32] The album was issued in multiple formats, including standard CD, limited-edition vinyl (initial pressing of 3,000 copies in a gatefold sleeve), and digital download.[21] The Japanese edition included an exclusive bonus live track, "The Perfect Design," recorded in 2006.[31] The album has seen multiple vinyl reissues since its original release, including a 2015 edition on Relapse Records, a 2023 translucent blue pressing limited to 2,500 copies, a 2024 custom tri-color merge variant, and a 2025 limited edition of 5,263 copies on Captain Stomp Records.[21][33] The packaging featured artwork designed and directed by Shelby Cinca of Frodus and Decahedron, selected for his sci-fi and futurist visual style, which contributed to the album's abstract aesthetic.[19] In its first week of release in the United States, Ire Works sold approximately 6,900 copies, debuting at number 142 on the Billboard 200 chart.[34]Marketing Strategies
To generate pre-release buzz for Ire Works, The Dillinger Escape Plan released the track "Fix Your Face" as an advance single, making it available for streaming on their MySpace page in the weeks leading up to the album's launch. This digital teaser allowed fans to preview the album's experimental sound and built anticipation through social media engagement on the then-dominant platform. Additionally, the band produced a music video for "Milk Lizard," another key track, directed by Ilan Sharone of Pneumatic Pictures and shot in Los Angeles; the video's chaotic visuals, featuring the band's frenetic energy, premiered online via Headbangers Blog and emphasized the album's blend of aggression and melody to draw in broader audiences.[35][36] The album's promotion heavily relied on live tours to showcase the new material. In late 2007 and throughout 2008, The Dillinger Escape Plan embarked on their first headlining tours supporting Ire Works, including a European run and North American dates that highlighted the band's evolving style.[37] These efforts extended to high-profile festival appearances, such as their participation in the 2008 Vans Warped Tour, where they performed alongside acts like Cavalera Conspiracy, exposing the album to diverse punk and metal crowds.[38] While specific Relapse Records showcases were not detailed in announcements, the label's roster events amplified the band's visibility within the underground metal scene during this period. Media coverage played a crucial role in amplifying the campaign, with features in prominent publications like Kerrang! and Revolver that spotlighted the album's innovation and the band's live prowess. These outlets provided interviews and profiles that positioned Ire Works as a pivotal release in mathcore, reaching dedicated readers through print and early online previews. Complementing this, online promotion included track streams on MySpace and Relapse Records' website, where snippets and full previews were hosted to encourage viral sharing among fans.[39] Merchandise strategies focused on collector appeal and fan loyalty, with limited vinyl variants of Ire Works released to incentivize purchases. The initial vinyl pressing was capped at 3,000 copies in a gatefold sleeve, creating scarcity and driving demand among audiophiles and completists. Tour-exclusive items, such as album-themed T-shirts and hoodies, were sold at shows to foster direct engagement, turning performances into interactive retail experiences that extended the promotional narrative beyond the music.[21]Reception
Critical Response
Upon its release, Ire Works received widespread critical acclaim, earning an aggregate score of 84 out of 100 on Metacritic based on 15 reviews, a rating that denotes "universal acclaim."[40] Critics frequently praised the album's bold experimentation, highlighting its integration of diverse elements such as glitchy electronics, strings, horns, and piano alongside the band's mathcore foundations, resulting in their most varied work to date.[3] Pitchfork awarded it an 8.0 out of 10, commending new drummer Gil Sharone's contributions for adding punch and groove to concise song structures, while emphasizing the album's evolution toward more structured, song-oriented compositions.[3] AllMusic gave it 4 out of 5 stars, lauding vocalist Greg Puciato's versatile performance as a key strength that balanced raw aggression with melodic accessibility, allowing the band to expand beyond genre constraints without losing intensity.[41] Alternative Press rated it 90 out of 100, noting how the album reinforced the band's pioneering role in hardcore and metal by growing stronger through innovative dynamics.[42] Some reviewers pointed to inconsistencies arising from the album's eclectic shifts, describing certain tracks as uneven or jarring within the overall flow. For instance, the pop-inflected "Black Bubblegum" drew mixed reactions, with detractors viewing it as a divisive outlier that disrupted the album's heavier momentum, though others appreciated its risk-taking as emblematic of the band's willingness to innovate.[43] Drowned in Sound ultimately scored it 10 out of 10, celebrating its groundbreaking fusion of hostility and melody despite such polarizing moments.[44] In year-end polls, Ire Works ranked highly among metal releases, placing second on Revolver's top 2007 metal albums list, behind Baroness's Red Album.[45] It also appeared in the top 10 of several other metal-focused rankings, including those from The Bad Penny and MetalSucks, underscoring its impact within the genre.[46][47]Commercial Performance
Upon its release in November 2007, Ire Works debuted at number 142 on the US Billboard 200 chart, with initial sales reports indicating around 7,000 copies sold in the first week, later adjusted to approximately 11,000 units after accounting for additional digital and independent retailer data.[34][48] The album also achieved significant success in niche categories, topping the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart for two weeks in late 2007.[49][50] In the United Kingdom, it peaked at number 10 on the Official Rock & Metal Albums Chart and spent two weeks in the top 20 of that ranking.[51] By April 2008, Ire Works had sold roughly 24,000 copies in the United States, reflecting steady performance within the metalcore and mathcore communities despite limited mainstream crossover.[8] The album received no major certifications from organizations like the RIAA, but its strong showing in specialized metal markets underscored its cult appeal among hardcore and progressive metal fans. Following the band's shift toward digital distribution, post-2010 streams on platforms like Spotify contributed to sustained accessibility and renewed interest.[52] In 2017, Relapse Records reissued Ire Works on vinyl through its Alumni imprint, including limited-edition color variants that catered to collectors and boosted physical sales in the niche market.[53] The album remains widely available on major streaming services as of 2025, with periodic spikes in plays tied to retrospective coverage of the band's legacy and archival releases.[2]Track Listing and Credits
Track Listing
Ire Works features 13 tracks on its standard edition, with a total runtime of 38:26. The songs were primarily written by guitarist Ben Weinman and vocalist Greg Puciato.| No. | Title | Duration | Writer(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fix Your Face | 2:41 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 2 | Lurch | 2:03 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 3 | Black Bubblegum | 4:04 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 4 | Sick On Sunday | 2:10 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 5 | When Acting as a Particle | 1:23 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 6 | Nong Eye Gong | 1:16 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 7 | When Acting as a Wave | 1:33 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 8 | 82588 | 1:56 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 9 | Mouth of Ghosts | 6:49 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 10 | Horse Hunter | 3:12 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 11 | Milk Lizard | 3:22 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 12 | Party Smasher | 2:58 | Weinman, Puciato |
| 13 | Dead as History | 5:30 | Weinman, Puciato |