What makes Bitter Tongues by Ann Beretta notable?

'Bitter Tongues' is significant for its critical reception and impact on the punk revival of the late '90s, often cited by fans and critics alike as an essential listen from that era. The album showcased Ann Beretta's ability to balance catchy melodies with punk's aggressive energy, influencing subsequent bands in the genre. In 1998, Ann Beretta released 'Bitter Tongues' as their second album, following the success of their debut 'To All Our Fallen Heroes'. This release marked a period of growth for the band as they honed their sound, blending punk rock with more melodic elements, establishing themselves within the burgeoning punk scene.

How many songs are on Bitter Tongues?

Bitter Tongues has 19 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Bitter Tongues

Ann Beretta · 1998

67 min · 19 tracks · punk rock

A raw and energetic fusion of punk rock ethos with melodic hooks that captures the spirit of late '90s alternative music.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Forever Family — This opening track sets the tone with its anthemic chorus and heartfelt lyrics, encapsulating themes of connection and resilience that resonate throughout the album.
→
Dirty Faces — With its driving rhythm and vivid storytelling, this song highlights the band's knack for blending personal narratives with a broader social commentary.
→
Hate Mail — Featuring a punchy melody and sharp lyrics, this track exemplifies Ann Beretta's punk roots while addressing themes of criticism and self-identity.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Hate Mail

The verses confront external judgment directly before shifting to a more introspective perspective in the chorus.

This shift demonstrates a dynamic contrast between outward defiance and inner vulnerability, deepening the emotional weight of the song.

Tracklist

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

1 Forever Family 4:27
2 Fuel 2:59
3 FM 3:32
4 Dirty Faces 3:44
5 Mr. Bowling 2:24
6 Wasteland 3:38
7 Broadway 3:20
8 Bottlecaps 3:04
9 St Marks 3:56
10 MCA 4:08
11 Shovel 3:20
12 Costello 3:43
13 Hate Mail 4:05
14 Tommy Gunn 2:20
15 Spite 3:28
16 Mary 4:08
17 Baker St. 2:35
18 Efforts 3:17
19 Crash 5:23

What to play next

Listen next

To All Our Fallen Heroes

1999

Go back to

Nobody's Heroes

1997

Full Ann Beretta discography Artists like Ann Beretta

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata