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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening
- youthful, rebellious energy
- thought-provoking lyrical themes
- short, engaging tracks
- consistent album flow
Where this album fits
- Themes
- Southern change· self-reflection humor
- Career 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
- Reel Big Fish· Streetlight Manifesto· Goldfinger
- If this clicks, go next to
- In with the Out Crowd — Continues the energetic ska-punk vibe with fresh themes and a modern sound.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Turn the Radio Off by Reel Big Fish — Shares energetic punk-infused ska and sharp social commentary with catchy hooks.Everything Goes Numb by Streetlight Manifesto — Combines intricate instrumentation and youthful defiance, echoing themes of rebellion.Hang-Ups by Goldfinger — Delivers high-energy ska-punk with a focus on personal and societal issues in a similar vein.
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 3:07
- 5 Short Fuse Burning 2:19
- 6 Motown Never Sounded So Good 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
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