Hüsker Dü - Live at Longhorn Bar Minneapolis MN

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Review by Susan Greenlee

Live at Longhorn Bar Minneapolis MN: Hardcore Punk That Kicks You in the Teeth Let’s cut the crap. Hüsker Dü’s Live at Longhorn Bar Minneapolis MN isn’t just another live album—it’s a raw, unfiltered punch to the gut from 1980 that still feels like it was recorded yesterday. This ain’t your polished studio bullshit; this is hardcore rock ripped straight outta a sweaty dive bar where people are probably spilling beer while screaming along. With Bob Mould shredding on guitar, Grant Hart smashing drums like he’s trying to break ‘em, and Greg Norton holding down bass duties while yelling his lungs out, this record screams authenticity. The tracklist reads like an assault—20 songs packed with fury, frustration, and enough energy to leave you breathless. But two tracks stand out so hard they’ll stick in your skull for days. First up, “Data Control.” Holy hell, this one hits like a freight train. It’s fast, chaotic, and messy as fuck, but that’s what makes it brilliant. Mould’s riffs buzzsaw through the mix while Norton’s vocals bark over the chaos. You can practically hear the crowd losing their minds in the background. There’s no time to catch your breath here—it grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go until the last chord crashes into silence. Then there’s “Let’s Go Die,” which might as well be the anthem for anyone who ever felt pissed off at life. The opening riff alone is sharp enough to slice steel, and when the vocals kick in, it’s like getting hit with a sledgehammer. Lyrics? Simple, direct, and dripping with venom. “Let’s go die!” Yeah, sometimes that’s all you wanna scream when everything sucks. And trust me, after hearing this song live, you’ll feel ready to burn the world down—or at least your shitty day job. What’s wild about this album is how loose and untamed it sounds. Like, these guys weren’t worried about perfection—they were too busy tearing shit up. Screw fancy production or clean edits. Every note bleeds urgency, every shout carries weight. Even the instrumentals feel dangerous, like they could derail at any second. Tracks like “Industrial Grocery Store” and “Statues (Reprise)” show off the band’s ability to shift gears without losing momentum, proving they weren’t just loud—they were smart as hell too. But here’s the kicker: listening to this now, decades later, it still feels fresh. Maybe even more relevant. In a world full of cookie-cutter playlists and auto-tuned nonsense, Live at Longhorn Bar reminds us why music mattered in the first place. It wasn’t about fame or money—it was about letting it all out, no matter how ugly or real it got. So yeah, if you’re looking for something safe, skip this. But if you want music that bites back, crank this sucker up loud enough to piss off your neighbors. Just don’t blame me when you find yourself screaming along to “Let’s Go Die” in the shower. Fucked-up truth? Sometimes destruction sounds beautiful.

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Artist: Hüsker Dü
Album: Live at Longhorn Bar Minneapolis MN
Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Instrumental1:39
Industrial Grocery Store2:36
Statues5:54
Statues (Reprise)6:41
Pictures of You2:15
Do You Remember?1:53
Push the Button2:48
Don't Have a Life3:39
MTC2:31
Writer's Camp2:37
Don't Try to Call2:57
Put Your Past Away2:32
Sexual Economics2:20
All I've Got to Lose is You3:04
Gilligan's Island1:49
You're Too Obtuse1:46
Data Control6:23
Do the Bee2:46
Uncle Ron2:37
Let's Go Die4:42
What Went Wrong?2:37

Labels

Not On Label

Listen online

  • écouter en ligne
  • kuunnella verkossa
  • escuchar en línea
  • ouvir online
  • ascolta in linea
  • online anhören
  • online luisteren
  • lyssna på nätet
  • lytte på nettet

Formats

  • Cassette
  • Unofficial Release

Credits

RoleCredit
BassGreg Norton
VocalsGreg Norton
DrumsGrant Hart
GuitarBob Mould

Notes

Recorded at 13 July 1981

About Hüsker Dü

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Punk/hardcore trio who were formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, in January 1979. Hüsker Dü (which means "Do you remember" in Danish and Norwegian, but is actually spelt without diaereses) mixed pop and punk music and consisted of guitarist/vocalist Bob Mould, bassist Greg Norton and drummer/vocalist Grant Hart. They started out as a punk band before gravitating toward hardcore then expanding into more melodic songs. After releasing a string of albums, Hüsker Dü split in January 1988 due to Grant Hart's alcohol and drug problems, and the suicide of the band's manager, David Savoy Jr. Bob Mould went on to form , whilst Grant Hart formed with both of them disbanding their respective groups in the mid-'90s and going on to only produce for their solo projects. Greg Norton is no longer involved in the music business, which he gave-up to become a restaurant owner. Grant Hart died of cancer on September 14th 2017.

Name Vars

  • Husker Du
  • Ϲ«üûÇåü

Members

  • Bob Mould
  • Grant Hart
  • Greg Norton

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: Hüsker Dü's *Live at Longhorn Bar Minneapolis MN* is a raw, unpolished gem from 1980 that captures the energy of their early hardcore days. It was recorded live at a local bar in Minneapolis, and the album wasn’t even officially released on a label—it just floated around as a bootleg. Tracks like "Statues" and "Data Control" showcase Bob Mould’s blistering guitar work, while Grant Hart’s drumming adds this relentless intensity. Even the track names, like "Gilligan’s Island" and "Do the Bee," feel quirky and fun, giving a glimpse into the band’s humor. The whole thing feels like you’re right there in the room with them, sweat and all.