The song’s title refers to the widespread use of diazepam (Valium) among middle-class women in the 1960s and 70s—a phenomenon famously dubbed " Mother's Little Helper " by The Rolling Stones. While the Rolling Stones' take was a folk-rock observation of "quiet desperation," the Vatican Commandos approached the subject with the aggressive, "spoofy" irony typical of adolescent punk. Gerard Cosloy (@cstbtweet) • Instagram photos and videos
Suburban Satire: Vatican Commandos and "Housewives on Valium" Vatican Commandos - Housewives on Valium
Formed in 1982, the Vatican Commandos are perhaps most famously known for featuring a young , who would later gain worldwide fame as Moby . At the time of this recording, the band was immersed in the DIY ethos of the 80s hardcore scene, which prioritized speed, intensity, and anti-establishment attitudes. "Housewives on Valium" fits this mold perfectly, characterized by its "ferocious" and "turbulent" sound. Lyrical Themes: Satire or Social Commentary? The song’s title refers to the widespread use