What makes Day of the Death by Death by Stereo notable?

Day of the Death is significant for its raw energy and unfiltered critique of societal issues, resonating deeply within the punk community. The album received positive reviews from various publications and helped to further cement Death by Stereo's reputation as key players in the hardcore punk movement during the early 2000s. When Death by Stereo released Day of the Death in 2001, they were solidifying their presence in the hardcore punk scene, following their previous album, If Looks Could Kill, They'd Be Dead. This album marked a year of increased visibility for the band as they toured extensively, establishing a loyal fanbase and gaining traction within the underground music community.

How many songs are on Day of the Death?

Day of the Death has 11 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Day of the Death

Death by Stereo · 2001

38 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk

A frenetic blend of hardcore punk energy and sarcastic social commentary delivered with relentless intensity.

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You Mess With One Bean, You Mess With the Whole Burrito — This track exemplifies the band's signature mix of humor and aggression, addressing themes of collective action and resistance against oppression.
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Porno, Sex, Drugs, Lies, Money, and Your Local Government — The song stands out for its biting critique of political corruption and societal excesses, packaged in an infectious chorus that captures listeners' attention.
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Death for Life — With its introspective lyrics juxtaposed against powerful instrumentation, this closing track encapsulates the album's themes of mortality and rebellion.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album's frenetic energy and sharp social critique resonate strongly within its genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a rapid-fire tempo that rarely dips below high energy, maintaining an aggressive pace throughout.
Tracks often feature abrupt transitions, with many songs clocking in under two minutes, creating a sense of urgency.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 No Shirts, No Shoes, No Salvation 2:41
2 Getting It Off My Chest 2:37
3 91 2:50
4 You Can Lead a Man to Reason, but You Can't Make Him Think 3:28
5 Porno, Sex, Drugs, Lies, Money, and Your Local Government 3:29
6 Holding 60 Dollars on a Burning Bridge 2:45
7 You Mess With One Bean, You Mess With the Whole Burrito 2:59
8 Desperation Train 3:01
9 Testosterone Makes the World Go 'Round 3:03
10 High School Was Like Boot Camp for a Desk Job 3:00
11 Death for Life 8:25

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Into the Valley of Death

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If Looks Could Kill, I'd Watch You Die

1999

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