Double Plaidinum
Lagwagon · 1997
31 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk
A furious blend of melodic hardcore and relentless punk energy, bursting with unfiltered emotions and sharp lyrical wit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Making Friends — This track exemplifies Lagwagon's knack for catchy melodies paired with incisive lyrics about social connection and disconnection, capturing the essence of the album's themes.
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Confession — With its introspective lyrics and driving rhythm, this song highlights the band’s ability to blend personal reflection with punk urgency, making it a fan favorite.
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Choke — The raw energy and urgency of this track encapsulate the band's punk ethos while addressing themes of frustration and resilience, making it a quintessential listen.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong songwriting and production.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features fast-paced tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, while the second half introduces more melodic elements.
- Several songs incorporate tempo changes that shift from high-energy sections to slower, reflective moments, enhancing emotional impact.
- Lyrically, the album balances personal introspection with sharp social commentary, often delivered in a conversational style.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick, punchy listening sessions
- energetic mood boosts
- short bursts of intensity
- dynamic emotional shifts
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Double Plaidinum' was released in 1997, Lagwagon was established as a prominent band in the punk scene, following their breakthrough album 'Hoss' in 1995. This album marked a continuation of their evolution, showcasing tighter songwriting and more polished production while retaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- No Use for a Name· Pennywise· Bad Religion
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Failure
The bridge shifts to a moment of stark self-reflection, laying bare feelings of inadequacy and societal pressure without any pretense.
This moment strips away bravado, focusing instead on vulnerability that contrasts sharply with the album's otherwise fast-paced aggression.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alien 8 1:50
- 2 Making Friends 2:15
- 3 Unfurnished 3:15
- 4 One Thing to Live 1:28
- 5 Today 2:04
- 6 Confession 2:52
- 7 Bad Scene 1:17
- 8 Smile 2:05
- 9 Twenty-Seven 2:29
- 10 Choke 2:45
- 11 Failure 2:45
- 12 To All My Friends 6:01
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