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Everything Sucks

Descendents · 1996

30 min · 15 tracks · hardcore punk

Fast-paced melodies collide with raw, confessional lyrics, embodying the spirit of 90s punk rock.

Why this album works

Best for
quick, punchy listening sessions energetic bursts of sound raw, confessional emotional release
Context
Released in 1996, 'Everything Sucks' marked Descendents' first studio album in a decade following their previous release, 'Enjoy.' At this point in their career, the band was attempting to reconnect with their fan base after a significant hiatus and lineup changes, showcasing a mix of youthful angst and mature reflection.
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hardcore punk

Everything Sucks is an album by Descendents, released in 1996. Fast-paced melodies collide with raw, confessional lyrics, embodying the spirit of 90s punk rock. 'Everything Sucks' reinvigorated the band's reputation, achieving critical acclaim within the punk community and influencing a resurgence of pop-punk sounds in the late 90s. The album's straightforward approach resonated with listeners, leading it to become a staple of the genre and earning praise from publications like Rolling Stone. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Everything Sucks sound like?

Fast-paced melodies collide with raw, confessional lyrics, embodying the spirit of 90s punk rock. Rooted in hardcore punk.

What makes Everything Sucks by Descendents notable?

'Everything Sucks' reinvigorated the band's reputation, achieving critical acclaim within the punk community and influencing a resurgence of pop-punk sounds in the late 90s. The album's straightforward approach resonated with listeners, leading it to become a staple of the genre and earning praise from publications like Rolling Stone. Released in 1996, 'Everything Sucks' marked Descendents' first studio album in a decade following their previous release, 'Enjoy.' At this point in their career, the band was attempting to reconnect with their fan base after a significant hiatus and lineup changes, showcasing a mix of youthful angst and mature reflection.

Who is Everything Sucks for?

Everything Sucks works well if you're into quick, punchy listening sessions, energetic bursts of sound and raw, confessional emotional release.

How many songs are on Everything Sucks?

Everything Sucks has 15 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·30:57

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

  • 1 Everything Sux Standout 1:30
  • 2 I’m the One Standout 2:15
  • 3 Coffee Mug 0:34
  • 4 Rotting Out 1:57
  • 5 Sick‐O‐Me 1:46
  • 6 Caught 1:47
  • 7 When I Get Old Standout 2:29
  • 8 Doghouse 1:47
  • 9 She Loves Me 2:33
  • 10 Hateful Notebook 2:24
  • 11 We 2:36
  • 12 Eunuch Boy 0:19
  • 13 This Place 1:17
  • 14 I Won’t Let Me 3:07
  • 15 Thank You 4:30

Release Date

January 1, 1996

Genre

hardcore punk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

30 min 57 sec