What makes Attack of the Killer B-Sides by A Day to Remember notable?

The album features covers that garnered notable attention, particularly their rendition of Since U Been Gone, which highlighted their ability to seamlessly merge genres. It received positive reviews for its energetic style and creativity, further cementing A Day to Remember's position as key players in the post-hardcore movement. Released in 2010, Attack of the Killer B-Sides comes after A Day to Remember's breakthrough album, Homesick, which established them in the mainstream. This compilation showcases previously unreleased tracks and covers, reflecting their evolving sound and expanding appeal as they solidified their presence in the pop-punk and hardcore scenes.

How many songs are on Attack of the Killer B-Sides?

Attack of the Killer B-Sides has 4 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

Attack of the Killer B-Sides

A Day to Remember · 2010

14 min · 4 tracks · hardcore punk

Energetic pop-punk melodies blend with hardcore punk influences, creating anthems both catchy and cathartic.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Since U Been Gone — This cover transforms Kelly Clarkson's pop hit into a high-energy anthem, showcasing the band's knack for reinterpreting mainstream songs through a punk lens.
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Right Where You Want Me to Be — As an original track, it encapsulates the band's signature sound with infectious hooks and heartfelt lyrics, demonstrating their songwriting prowess.
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Another Song About the Weekend (acoustic) — The acoustic version strips down the original, highlighting emotional depth and lyrical storytelling while showcasing the band's versatility.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong energy and varied styles but lacks depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

The EP opens with an energetic pop-punk track that sets a fast tempo, followed by a cover that maintains the same high energy.
The final track returns to a more upbeat tempo, bringing back the energetic sound of the opening.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Compilation of B-sides and covers, appealing more to dedicated fans than new listeners.
Career context: Released in 2010, Attack of the Killer B-Sides comes after A Day to Remember's breakthrough album, Homesick, which established them in the mainstream. This compilation showcases previously unreleased tracks and covers, reflecting their evolving sound and expanding appeal as they solidified their presence in the pop-punk and hardcore scenes.
Stylistic neighbors: The Devil Wears Prada· Parkway Drive· August Burns Red