Is Four by Four a good place to start with Backyard Babies?

Yes, Four by Four is recommended as a starting point for new Backyard Babies listeners. A raucous blend of glam punk and hard rock ignites with catchy hooks and irreverent energy throughout the album. Released on January 1, 2015, Four by Four marked Backyard Babies' return after a five-year hiatus since their 2010 album, Back on the Streets. This album was pivotal as it showcased the band’s enduring commitment to their punk roots while navigating the changing landscape of rock music in the 2010s.

Who is Four by Four for?

Four by Four works well if you're into short bursts of high energy, front-loaded excitement with intensity and cathartic release in loud moments.

How many songs are on Four by Four?

Four by Four has 9 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

Four by Four

Backyard Babies · 2015

33 min · 9 tracks · hard rock

A raucous blend of glam punk and hard rock ignites with catchy hooks and irreverent energy throughout the album.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Th1rt3en or Nothing Start here — This opening track sets a bold tone for the album with its anthemic chorus and high-energy guitar riffs, encapsulating the band's signature style.
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I'm on My Way to Save Your Rock 'n' Roll — A rallying cry for rock enthusiasts, this track combines infectious melodies with playful lyrics that highlight the band’s charisma and commitment to their genre.
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Bloody Tears — This track stands out with its darker undertones and gripping narrative, showcasing the band's versatility while maintaining their punk edge.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of high energy
front-loaded excitement with intensity
cathartic release in loud moments
sing-along choruses with friends

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
want experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Strong release that showcases the band's continued creativity and energy in later years.
Themes: rock 'n' roll revival· glam punk swagger· irreverent rebellion
Career context: Released on January 1, 2015, Four by Four marked Backyard Babies' return after a five-year hiatus since their 2010 album, Back on the Streets. This album was pivotal as it showcased the band’s enduring commitment to their punk roots while navigating the changing landscape of rock music in the 2010s.
Stylistic neighbors: The Hellacopters· Turbonegro· The Wildhearts