Dischord / US / RE 2022 / 12", Red *7 songs
Fugazi’s self-titled EP, later included in 13 Songs, marks the raw beginnings of the iconic Washington DC band. Written entirely by Ian MacKaye, these seven tracks showcase the group’s early attempt to merge dub, reggae, punk, and hardcore, laying the groundwork for their constant evolution.
Highlights include “Waiting Room,” with its unforgettable bass intro and drop, and the feminist anthem “Suggestion,” tackling toxic masculinity with a bold message. Tracks like “Bulldog Front” and “Bad Mouth” deliver sharp melodies and danceable beats, while “Burning” and “Give Me the Cure” hint at their straightforward rock tendencies. The EP’s closer, “Glue Man,” dives into noisier, experimental territory.
This debut captures Fugazi’s essence—uncompromising, innovative, and genre-defying—while offering a glimpse of the experimental art rock path they would explore in the years to come.