The Godfathers – Birth, School, Work, Death (E/VG+) – LP, AU 1988

Birth, School, Work, Death is an LP by The Godfathers from 1988 released on the Epic label.

About this album

Birth, School, Work, Death is a tough, punchy debut that turned The Godfathers into one of British rock’s most distinctive late-1980s voices. Released in 1988, it blends punk swagger, rock’n’roll muscle and a sneering, streetwise edge, with the title track becoming the band’s best-known statement. The album’s lean songwriting and direct attack gave it real crossover appeal, helping it stand out in an era dominated by polished pop and indie introspection. Songs like “If I Only Had Time” and “Love Is Dead” underline the record’s mix of bite, melody and blunt social observation, making it a cult favourite for fans of hard, no-nonsense rock.

Genre: Pop & Rock