Popular music often finds itself in the midst of social controversy. Something about it works well when it comes to challenging norms and pushing boundaries. On today’s show we discuss records that stirred-up plenty of controversy.

• Marilyn Manson – Antichrist Superstar (1996)
• N.W.A. – Straight Outta Compton (1988)
• W.A.S.P. – W.A.S.P (1984)

Other Diggins

• Warpstormer – Warpstormer (2024)
• Caixa Cubo – Modo Aviao (2024)
• Paul Heaton – The Mighty Several (2024)
• Ethel Cain – Perverts (2025)
• Lambrini Girls – Who Let The Dogs Out (2025)
• VANT – Dumb Blood (2017)

What do you think of these records? What controversial albums do you love? Let us know on our website, albumnerds.com or email us, [email protected].

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