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Bringing together an unmistakable blend of folkie strum, punk rock concision, and industrial-grade teenage angst, The Violent Femmes became one of the leading alternative rock bands of the '80s practically overnight with the release of their self-titled debut album in 1983, which managed the unique achievement of earning a platinum record without ever entering the Billboard Top 200. Violent Femmes: Permanent Record -- Live & Otherwise features a full concert performance from the band, recorded in 1991, featuring the songs "Add It Up," "Blister In The Sun," "Country Death Song," "Old Mother Reagan," "Fat," "Girl Trouble," and more. Also included are seven music videos from the Femmes, including "Gone Daddy Gone," "Children of the Revolution," "American Music," and "Breakin' Up".