408 of 1001 Albums: Big Black's Atomizer

Big Black definitely sounds like an innovative punk band for 1986. It isn't as reminiscent of what we associate with the genre as The Clash or Ramones are. Thankfully, if you get the album there is a note included with some versions explaining the songs. The shaky sounds and distorted vocals are staple of this album though, and provide it with a certain appeal for some fans.

History: Big Black's Atomizer is an album that is popular with critics. In 1986 the lyrics of the album caught the public's attention with the particular violent content, which includes discussing being set on fire  like in Kerosene. The band had some struggles though with the album, like their record label going behind their back's to market. On top of that the band just doesn't seem naturally kind to all fans anyways, even taking a jab at fans who bought the CD format of the music because one member was personally against the digital format.