Anthem
Less Than Jake · 2003
43 min · 14 tracks · ska punk
Energetic ska-punk riffs collide with sharp lyrics, capturing youthful defiance and social commentary.
Why this album works
'Anthem' debuted at No. 20 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a commercial peak for the band. The album received positive reviews for its blend of punk and ska influences, resonating with fans and contributing to the resurgence of ska in the early 2000s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening youthful, rebellious energy thought-provoking lyrical themes
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Anthem' is Less Than Jake's sixth studio album, following their critical success with 'Borders & Boundaries'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the ska punk scene, having already influenced a generation of musicians with their infectious energy and catchy melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- No Doubt· Sublime with Rome· Lyapis Trubetskoy
- If this clicks, go next to
- In with the Out Crowd — Continues the energetic ska-punk vibe with fresh themes and a modern sound.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Welcome to the New South".
- 1 Welcome to the New South Start here 2:46
- 2 The Ghosts of Me and You 3:21
- 3 Look What Happened 3:06
- 4 The Science of Selling Yourself Short Standout 3:07
- 5 Short Fuse Burning 2:19
- 6 Motown Never Sounded So Good Standout 2:38
- 7 The Upwards War and the Down Turned Cycle 2:59
- 8 Escape From the A-Bomb House 3:31
- 9 Best Wishes to Your Black Lung 2:54
- 10 She's Gonna Break Soon 3:14
- 11 That's Why They Call It a Union 3:03
- 12 Plastic Cup Politics 2:17
- 13 The Brightest Bulb Has Burned Out / Screws Fall Out 4:54
- 14 Surrender 3:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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