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Bastards

Saigon Kick · 1999

42 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A raw fusion of hard rock and alternative metal laced with introspective lyrics and melodic hooks.

Top tracks — play these first

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    A Lot Like You — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy chorus and introspective lyrics, capturing the band's blend of vulnerability and rock energy.
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    Meet Your Maker — With its heavy riffs and confrontational lyrics, this track exemplifies the band's hard rock edge while delving into themes of mortality and accountability.
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    Break My Heart — This song showcases Saigon Kick's ability to balance emotional depth with accessible melodies, making it a standout among their catalog.
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    Jehovah — Exploring complex themes of faith and doubt, this track reflects the band's lyrical ambition and ability to tackle serious subjects within a rock framework.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • So Sad to Say

    The verse shifts perspective unexpectedly, addressing loss directly and poignantly, creating an intimate connection with the listener.

    By breaking from third-person reflections to address the subject directly, this shift enhances the emotional impact and urgency of the narrative.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Lot Like You 3:41
  • 2 Jehovah 4:28
  • 3 Meet Your Maker 3:49
  • 4 Break My Heart 4:00
  • 5 Sign of the Times 3:17
  • 6 So Sad to Say 4:15
  • 7 Solitary Jerk 3:23
  • 8 We Never Met 4:11
  • 9 Who’s Crying Now 3:44
  • 10 Big Shot 3:51
  • 11 Nearer 3:51

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