What makes Against All Authority / Common Rider by Against All Authority notable?

The album is notable for its critical reception within the punk community, particularly for its exploration of socio-political themes during a time of widespread discontent in the U.S. It solidified Against All Authority's reputation as a voice against injustice and garnered significant attention on underground music charts. In 2005, Against All Authority released this album as their first studio effort after a five-year hiatus. This marked a return to the forefront of the punk scene for the band, following their previous album 'All Fall Down' in 2000, which had established their politically charged sound.

How many songs are on Against All Authority / Common Rider?

Against All Authority / Common Rider has 8 tracks, running approximately 18 minutes.

Against All Authority / Common Rider

Against All Authority · 2005

18 min · 8 tracks · hardcore punk

A relentless barrage of hardcore punk energy infused with social critique and raw emotion.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Lied To — Opening with aggressive riffs, this track encapsulates the band's urgent message against deceit and disillusionment that resonates throughout the album.
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War Machine Breakdown — This track stands out for its intense tempo shifts and sharp lyrics critiquing militarization, embodying the band's ethos of activism through music.
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World Dominator — With its catchy hooks and anthemic chorus, this song effectively conveys a sense of rebellion while addressing themes of global oppression.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Lied To 2:13
2 War Machine Breakdown 3:04
3 Barricades 1:23
4 World Dominator 2:27
5 Where the Waves Are Highest 1:43
6 Dogtown 2:39
7 Blue Spark 2:11
8 The Only Ones 3:04

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The Restoration of Chaos & Order

2006

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Nothing New for Trash Like You

2001

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