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Bears, Mayors, Scraps & Bones

Cancer Bats · 2010

44 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk · sludge metal · stoner metal

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs intertwined with raw, anthemic melodies and socially charged lyrics.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 44 on the Canadian Albums Chart, showcasing Cancer Bats' growing popularity. Additionally, it received positive reviews for its energetic sound and lyrical depth, contributing to the band's reputation as a leading force in the Southern metal scene.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels short, punchy listening sessions aggressive emotional release
Context
Released on January 1, 2010, 'Bears, Mayors, Scraps & Bones' is Cancer Bats' third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Hail Destroyer' from 2008. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their position within the hardcore punk and metal scenes while exploring deeper thematic elements in their songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Down· Corrosion of Conformity· Baroness

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sleep This Away 3:20
  • 2 Trust No One Standout 2:43
  • 3 Dead Wrong 2:40
  • 4 Doomed to Fail Standout 3:14
  • 5 Black Metal Bicycle Standout 3:31
  • 6 We Are the Undead 2:53
  • 7 Scared to Death 3:22
  • 8 Darkness Lives 3:41
  • 9 Snake Mountain 2:48
  • 10 Make Amends 3:04
  • 11 Fake Gold 2:52
  • 12 Drive This Stake 2:41
  • 13 Raised Right 4:46
  • 14 Sabotage 2:58

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