Dedicated is a full-length album by the New York City hardcore punk band, Murphy's Law. It was released by Another Planet in 1996.

The album is dedicated to the former bass guitar player Chuck Valle, who was killed in 1994. His picture appears on the back page of the CD inlay and a picture of a tattoo inscribed with the words "In Memory of Chuck" appears on the jewel case inlay.

Dedicated (Murphy's Law album)

Production

The album was produced by Daniel Rey. He also wrote "Green Bud".

Dedicated (Murphy's Law album)

The personnel differed from previous recordings, but Jimmy G Drescher's vocals still provided the sound's basis.

Dedicated (Murphy's Law album)

Critical reception

The Washington Post wrote, "There's no evidence that the Law's energy is flagging; Todd Youth's guitar churns as fast as ever, and Jimmy G's vocals are just as raw and urgent. Still, the concept is a little tired."

Track listing

All songs written by Murphy's Law, unless stated

"Don't Bother Me" – 1:39

"Sarasota" – 2:32

"Dysfunctional Family" – 1:46

"Shut Up" – 1:59

"The Plan" – 1:35

"Bitter" – 1:40

"Greenbud" (Daniel Rey) – 2:26

"What Will the Neighbors Think?" – 2:49

"Bag of Snacks" – 2:06

"Still Smokin'" – 2:42

"Stay Gold" – 2:27

Personnel

Jimmy "G" Drescher – vocals

Todd "Youth" Schofield – guitar, backing vocals

Dean Rispler – bass guitar

Eric "Goat" Arce – drums

Seaton "Raven" Handcock – saxophone

Jesse Malin – background vocals on "What Will The Neighbors Think?" Recorded at Spa Studio, New York City Produced by Daniel Rey Engineered by Hillary Johnson Assistant engineered by Patrick Shroads Mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side Music

References

External links

Murphy's Law official website

1996 albums

Murphy's Law (band) albums

Albums produced by Daniel Rey