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Released 30 years ago

Don't Back Down

The Queers · 1996

49 min · 17 tracks · punk · pop-punk

Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with irreverent humor and catchy melodies throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of raw energy
  • ironic humor throughout tracks
  • sing-along anthems with friends
  • dynamic flow with surprises
  • late-night party ignition

Maybe skip if you want

  • slow, introspective listening styles
  • long, drawn-out compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Don't Back Down' was The Queers' third studio album, following their 1995 release 'Love Songs for the Retarded'. At this point, the band had solidified their presence in the punk rock scene, gaining attention for their raw sound and humorous lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
Descendents· NOFX· The Dickies

Tracklist

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

  • 1 No Tit 1:40
  • 2 Punk Rock Girls 2:42
  • 3 I'm OK, You're Fucked 1:01
  • 4 Number One 3:10
  • 5 Don't Back Down 1:58
  • 6 I Only Drink Bud 2:05
  • 7 I Always Knew 2:58
  • 8 Born to Do Dishes 1:55
  • 9 Janelle, Janelle 2:44
  • 10 Brush Your Teeth 1:16
  • 11 Sidewalk Surfin' Girl 2:01
  • 12 Another Girl 1:47
  • 13 Love Love Love 2:48
  • 14 I Can't Get Over You 2:56
  • 15 Never Ever 3:09
  • 16 Little Honda 2:32
  • 17 End It All Now 12:35

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