Circle April 20th on your rock ‘n’ roll calendars because that’s when the Didjits are set to blast through your speakers with Strictly Dynamite: The Best of Didjits. This isn’t just any release; it’s a carefully curated double LP, celebrating the grit and gusto of one of Illinois’ own. Emerging from the vast fields of the Midwest, the Didjits took the energy of their small-town roots and channeled it into a sound that resonated far beyond. This collection brings together 17 tracks that showcase their journey from an isolated chicken shed to the buzzing stages of Champaign, with all the live-wire intensity that fans have come to cherish.
As Record Store Day rolls around, this green-vinyl homage to the punk spirit is more than just a nod to the past — it’s a tangible slice of the Didjits’ raucous history, complete with rare four-track recordings and a gallery of unseen photos and memorabilia. It’s a narrative spun in high fidelity, from their early days as UXB to the frenzied heights of “Max Wedge” and “Gold Eldorado.” With only 1,500 copies in circulation, Strictly Dynamite: The Best of Didjits isn’t just a record — it’s a collector’s piece, a chunk of punk rock lore you can hold in your hands and spin on your turntable. Get ready to revisit the wild energy of the Didjits, and let it rip.
Look for the record at local participating record stores, or at Touch and Go Records.
