2007 studio album by The Menzingers
A Lesson in the Abuse of Information Technology punk rock band The Menzingers . The album was recorded in "like two weeks, maybe just 10 days," according to Barnett.[ 3] [ 4] Go-Kart Records , who they signed to after being featured in a profile piece on Punknews.org. In October and November 2007, the embarked on a tour of the US, which included an appearance at The Fest .[ 5] [ 6] [ 7] the Leftovers .[ 8] The Fest in Florida in October 2008.[ 9] Captain, We're Sinking in January 2009, and some with Jena Berlin in March 2009.[ 10]
Reception
Punknews.org ranked the album at number 14 on their list of the year's 20 best releases.[ 13]
Track listing
All songs written by The Menzingers except 'Straight to Hell ' by The Clash .
Title 1. "Alpha Kappa Fall off a Balcony" 2:15 2. "Sir Yes Sir" 3:23 3. "A Lesson in the Abuse of Information Technology" 2:36 4. "Ave Maria" 2:56 5. "Coal City Blues" 2:38 6. "Keychain" 3:28 7. "Even for an Eggshell" 3:40 8. "Richard Coury" 2:16 9. "Straight to Hell " 4:36 10. "Victory Gin" 2:59 11. "Cold Weather Gear" 1:31 12. "Clap Hands Two Guns" 2:34 13. "No Ticket" 2:32
Personnel
Personnel for A Lesson in Abuse of Information Technology , according to album liner notes.[ 14]
The Menzingers Tom May – Guitar, Vocals
Joe Godino – Drums
Greg Barnett – Guitar, Vocals
Eric Keen – Bass Production credits Jesse Cannon – Produced, mixed, and recorded at Cannon Found SoundationAlan Douches – Mastered at West West Side Mastering
Evan Hughes – All artwork Additional engineering by Matt Mesiano and Mike Oettinger
References
^ a b AllMusic review ^ a b Sputnikmusic review ^ Hyden, Steven (January 30, 2017). " . Uproxx . Woven Digital. Retrieved February 6, 2017 . ^ Paul, Aubin (July 20, 2007). "The Menzingers: 'A Lesson In The Abuse of Information Technology' . Punknews.org. Retrieved May 30, 2022 . ^ Paul, Aubin (October 9, 2007). "The Fest Schedule" . Punknews.org. Retrieved June 4, 2022 . ^ August, Justin (October 13, 2007). "The Menzingers" . Punknews.org. Retrieved June 4, 2022 . ^ White, Adam (February 12, 2008). "Young Hearts with the Menzingers, Sakes Alive!!" . Punknews.org. Retrieved June 11, 2022 . ^ Paul, Aubin (May 25, 2008). "The Leftovers" . Punknews.org. Retrieved June 17, 2022 . ^ White, Adam (August 26, 2008). "The Fest 7 confirms bands, launches website" . Punknews.org. Retrieved June 18, 2022 . ^ Moran, Chris (January 5, 2009). "The Menzingers" . Punknews.org. Retrieved October 2, 2022 . ^ Blogcritics review ^ Punknews.org review ^ Shultz, Brian (December 31, 2007). "Best of 2007: Punknews.org (2007)" . Punknews.org. Retrieved June 21, 2022 . ^ (2007) Liner notes for A Lesson in Abuse of Information Technology by The Menzingers [CD booklet]. Copyright 2007: Go-Kart Records (CCCP 139-2).
Greg Barnett
Tom May
Eric Keen
Joe Godino Studio albums
