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Half Hour of Power

Sum 41 · 2000

29 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal · pop-punk · melodic hardcore

A frenetic blend of punk rock and pop-punk energy, laced with humor and youthful defiance.

Why this album works

'Half Hour of Power' helped establish Sum 41 within the pop-punk scene, featuring a unique blend of humor and hard-hitting punk elements. The album's energetic sound and irreverent attitude resonated with youth culture, paving the way for their later commercial success and critical acclaim.
Best for
short bursts of energetic fun humorous rebellious anthems for quick commutes
Context
Released in 2000, 'Half Hour of Power' was Sum 41's debut album that introduced the band to a wider audience following their formation in 1996. At this point, they were on the cusp of becoming one of the defining pop-punk acts of the early 2000s, setting the stage for their subsequent breakthrough with 'All Killer No Filler' in 2001.
Stylistic neighbors
NOFX· Strung Out· Millencolin

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Grab the Devil by the Horns and Fuck Him Up the Ass 1:06
  • 2 Machine Gun 2:29
  • 3 What I Believe Standout 2:49
  • 4 T.H.T. 0:43
  • 5 Makes No Difference Standout 3:10
  • 6 Summer Standout 2:40
  • 7 32 Ways to Die 1:30
  • 8 Second Chance for Max Headroom 3:51
  • 9 Dave's Possessed Hair / It's What We're All About 3:47
  • 10 Ride the Chariot to the Devil 0:55
  • 11 Another Time Around 6:52

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