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Jon Hamblin wrote a new post on the site Irish Studies 11 years, 9 months ago

The biting irony comes right out at the listener as soon as they notice the title. “Law and Order” certainly does not agree with Stiff Little Fingers’ depiction of the police force emasculating and attacking […]
Jon Hamblin wrote a new post on the site Irish Studies 11 years, 9 months ago

“White Noise” is the most troubling track on “Inflammable Material.” The song is made up of several racial epithets, each verse targeting a specific group of oppressed individuals. However, the song should not […]
Jon Hamblin wrote a new post on the site Irish Studies 11 years, 9 months ago

When considering Stiff Little Finger’s music, it is important to note their punk origin. Being punk, there is a level of tension with the society they live in. Being from Northern Ireland, the society Stiff […]
Jon Hamblin wrote a new post on the site Irish Studies 11 years, 9 months ago

Like “Here We are Nowhere,” this Stiff Little Fingers track is short, but the succinct nature only supports and strengthens a clear argument purported through the lyrics. In just over two minutes Stiff Little […]
Jon Hamblin wrote a new post on the site Irish Studies 11 years, 9 months ago

In their song, “Wasted Life,” Stiff Little Fingers explore the heritage of violence that they find themselves confronted with living through The Troubles. The song title itself, “Wasted Life,” is aimed at […]
Jon Hamblin wrote a new post on the site Irish Studies 11 years, 9 months ago

Stiff Little Fingers’ track “Here We are Nowhere” is the shortest track on “Inflammable Material.” The song captures the boredom experienced by Northern Irish youths. It is a quick and succinct track whose […]

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