Minutemen What Makes a Man Start Fires? 1983 US 1st Press VG/VG+

MINUTEMEN - WHAT MAKES A MAN START FIRES?

Immerse yourself in the frantic, hyper-literate foundations of alternative rock history with this spectacular vintage vinyl pressing of What Makes a Man Start Fires? by Minutemen. Serving as the legendary California trio's definitive 1983 studio masterwork, this incredible album stands as a flawless, lightning-fast masterclass in uncompromised DIY punk and funk-punk syncopation. The rich analog grooves effortlessly unleash the full, visceral separation of D. Boon's biting, treble-heavy guitar lines and Mike Watt's driving, tree-trunk bass acrobatics—unleashing an iconic 18-track barrage featuring timeless underground anthems like "The Punch Line," "Sell or Be Sold," and "Bob Dylan Wrote Propaganda Songs." Backed by George Hurley's flawless, jazz-snapping percussion, every hyper-short track punches through your speakers with stunning live-room urgency. Complete with its legendary Raymond Pettibon cover art, this beautifully preserved original LP is an absolute, non-negotiable crown jewel for any serious 80s punk archivist or indie vinyl collector.

1983 US release by SST Records, catalog SST-014.  First pressing with brown front cover with "Minutemen" in white, yellow artwork, no barcode, track B7 misspelled on the label.

Sleeve grades VG+.  Sharp corners with a few dings, a couple light crease marks, some ring wear, strong intact spine/seams, minimal edgewear.  Original SST catalog insert included.

Vinyl grades VG.  Plays through crisp and clear but there are a few moments of static/crackle.  Pretty clean vinyl with some light surface marks and hairlines.