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Because No One Stopped Us

Belvedere · 1998

32 min · 15 tracks · hardcore punk

Fast-paced hardcore punk riffs collide with a sense of youthful rebellion and dark humor throughout the album.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Bottom Line — Opening with an explosive energy, this track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and relatable themes of disillusionment.
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    High School Heroics — This song captures the essence of youthful bravado and nostalgia, with a narrative that resonates with anyone who feels out of place.
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    My Girlfriend Only Likes Me When She's Drunk — With its humorous yet poignant lyrics, this track exemplifies Belvedere's knack for blending comedy with genuine emotional moments.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of youthful energy
  • dark humor with rebellious spirit
  • fast-paced tracks for quick thrills
  • high-energy anthems for parties

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums
  • seek slower, more reflective music

Where this album fits

Career context
Because No One Stopped Us is Belvedere's debut studio album, released in 1998 during a time when the Canadian punk scene was gaining international attention. The band was still establishing its identity and sound, setting the stage for their subsequent releases and solidifying their place in the hardcore punk genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Propagandhi· Strike Anywhere· A Wilhelm Scream

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Bottom Line 2:36
  • 2 Danky 1:27
  • 3 Talk Show 2:04
  • 4 Bad Day 2:13
  • 5 High School Heroics 2:18
  • 6 Pass the Joe 0:24
  • 7 Market Share 2:01
  • 8 Spark 3:07
  • 9 Lemmings 2:47
  • 10 Subversive 2:22
  • 11 Circus 2:32
  • 12 My Girlfriend Only Likes Me When She's Drunk 0:57
  • 13 Concept 2:51
  • 14 High Priced 2:11
  • 15 Class A Jackass 2:30

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