{"title":"Dropkick Murphys","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Dropkick Murphys\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDropkick Murphys formed in Quincy, Massachusetts in 1996. The band has experienced multiple lineup changes across their history, with bassist Ken Casey as the consistent founding member; vocalist Al Barr joined in 1998. They signed with Tim Armstrong's Hellcat Records (a Rancid-affiliated Epitaph subsidiary) and built a sustained career through extensive touring and consistent album releases. Their single I'm Shipping Up to Boston (2005) became iconic through its prominent use in Martin Scorsese's The Departed (2006).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDropkick Murphys' sound combines Celtic punk, street punk, punk rock, and folk punk with extensive use of traditional Irish instruments (bagpipes, mandolin, accordion, banjo) integrated with punk rock instrumentation. Their work celebrates Irish-American working-class culture and Boston sports culture, with extensive performances at Boston Bruins games and Red Sox events.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo or Die (1998, Hellcat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Gang's All Here (1999, Hellcat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSing Loud, Sing Proud! (2001, Hellcat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackout (2003, Hellcat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Warrior's Code (2005, Hellcat) - I'm Shipping Up to Boston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Meanest of Times (2007, Born \u0026amp; Bred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoing Out in Style (2011, Born \u0026amp; Bred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned and Sealed in Blood (2013, Born \u0026amp; Bred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 Short Stories of Pain \u0026amp; Glory (2017, Born \u0026amp; Bred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn Up That Dial (2021, Born \u0026amp; Bred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Machine Still Kills Fascists (2022, Dummy Luck Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHellcat and Born \u0026amp; Bred pressings of the Dropkick Murphys catalog have been issued in multiple color variant editions and limited deluxe pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Dropkick Murphys typically start with The Warrior's Code (2005) or Sing Loud, Sing Proud! (2001). \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/punk-new-wave-vinyl-records\"\u003ePunk \u0026amp; New Wave\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dropkick-murphys-sing-loud-sing-proud-cd","title":"Sing Loud Sing Proud CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThird album from Dropkick Murphys, Sing Loud, Sing Proud, on CD. Brisk Celtic-punk set featuring 'The Gauntlet' and Shane MacGowan guesting on 'Good Rats'.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540726886583,"sku":"210000036778","price":10.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/dropkickmurphys-singloudsingproud.jpg?v=1781154009"},{"product_id":"dropkick-murphys-for-the-people-jade-vinyl","title":"For the People 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn Dropkick Murphys' 13th studio album, the stories run deep, the memories push hard, and the joy remains infectious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541054075063,"sku":"210000100531","price":45.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/for-the-people.jpg?v=1781155231"},{"product_id":"dropkick-murphys-11-short-stories-of-pain-glory-vinyl","title":"11 Short Stories of Pain \u0026 Glory LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfter 20 years, Dropkick Murphys remain bigger than ever, having sold more than 6 million albums worldwide. Their forthcoming album, 11 Short Stories Of Pain \u0026amp; Glory, is a soundtrack to tragedy and triumph alike. On this album, the band carries on the tradition of rough and tumble storytelling — the kind of writing that never leaves fans wondering whether the band have lived what they're singing about.A look back at childhood, a snapshot of a clueless jerk, a stop-you-in-your tracks reflection on a terrorist tragedy... There are moments of ass-kicking Celtic punk attitude, ball-busting wisecracks, tear-jerking confessions, and the kind of upbeat words of wisdom that can be chanted loud and proud across arenas and stadiums worldwide. The band continues to sell out venues around the world — including Boston's Fenway Park — and been personally invited to share the stage with everyone from Foo Fighters to Bruce Springsteen to Mumford \u0026amp; Sons. The group's single \"I'm Shipping Up To Boston\" — from 2005's Certified Gold The Warrior's Code — has sold nearly 2 million copies. \"I'm Shipping Up To Boston,\" a song with lyrics penned by Woody Guthrie, gained mainstream notoriety after being prominently featured in Martin Scorsese's Academy Award-winning film \"The Departed.\" It can be commonly heard at sporting events and on television as a theme song for many sports teams (even outside of Boston).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785762779319,"sku":"210000038350","price":25.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/adkm-566532-119767-11042016090403-3963.jpg?v=1783045844"},{"product_id":"dropkick-murphys-do-or-die-vinyl","title":"Do or Die LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eHigh energy bursts through every track on Dropkick Murphys' \"Do or Die LP,\" where Irish punk rock collides with raw, unfiltered emotion. Each song propels you forward, echoing barroom chants and spirited camaraderie, proving why this album was a defining release for Hellcat Records. With powerful anthems like \"Cadence to Arms\" and \"Barroom Hero,\" it's an undeniable force that demands attention and moves the crowd. This record doesn't just play; it resonates, leaving an imprint long after the final note.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785915609271,"sku":"210000073461","price":23.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/479024.jpg?v=1783046279"},{"product_id":"dropkick-murphys-the-warriors-code-vinyl","title":"The Warriors Code LP","description":"\u003cp\u003ePunched with a relentless spirit, The Warriors Code LP from Dropkick Murphys is a battle cry that marries the grit of punk with moments of soaring melody. Each track feels like a salute to resilience, especially standout tunes like \"I'm Shipping Up to Boston,\" which intertwine with the pulse of Boston's sports and street culture. Released under Hellcat Records, this 2005 gem is not just a collection of songs but an anthem for the misfits and the dreamers, beckoning you to join the fray with each spin on the turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785916068023,"sku":"210000073460","price":23.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/730920.jpg?v=1783046277"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.waxtraxrecords.com\/collections\/dropkick-murphys.oembed","provider":"Wax Trax Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}