BYO Split Series Volume V cover

BYO Split Series Volume V

Alkaline Trio · 2004

33 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · punk · pop-punk

A raw, energetic blend of pop-punk and emo that captures youthful angst and heartbreak.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • youthful angst and heartbreak
  • short bursts of energy
  • sing-along choruses with friends
  • for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, sprawling compositions
  • seek soothing, mellow sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2004, Alkaline Trio was riding the wave of their growing popularity after the success of their previous album, 'Good Mourning.' This release is part of the BYO Split Series, showcasing their ability to deliver concise, impactful songs while contributing to a compilation alongside other notable punk acts. The band was solidifying their place in the alternative rock scene, merging emotional songwriting with catchy melodies.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fine Without You 3:15
  • 2 Hating Every Minute 3:03
  • 3 Dead and Broken 2:09
  • 4 Sadie 4:38
  • 5 If You Had a Bad Time… 3:38
  • 6 Wait for the Blackout 3:29
  • 7 The T.V. Song 2:31
  • 8 The Hemophiliac 1:28
  • 9 All the Way 2:26
  • 10 The Radio Airwaves Gave Me a Lobotomy 2:04
  • 11 I.F.H.A. (One Love) 2:07
  • 12 Let’s Call It an Evening 2:57

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