Do It Yourself

Release Date: November 25, 2022

Ian Dury & The Blockheads' Do It Yourself from 1979 weaves together no wave electronics, dub rhythms, and post-rock textures with Dury's distinctive cockney wordplay. The album's wallpaper-themed artwork by Barney Bubbles matches its eclectic musical patchwork, where disco beats collide with experimental electronics and Dury's theatrical vocal delivery.

Standout Tracks

• Hit Me with Your Rhythm Stick: The irresistible disco-funk hybrid that became Dury's biggest hit
• Inbetweenies: Showcases the band's knack for quirky character studies over a driving rhythm
• Quiet: The album's closing track strips down to sparse electronics and Dury's spoken-word delivery

Mood: quirky, danceable, experimental, playful