Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes
Social Distortion · 2011
46 min · 11 tracks · punk · rock & roll
A gritty blend of punk rock energy and heartland rock storytelling fueled by raw, reflective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- gritty storytelling with emotional depth
- for late-night drives
- cathartic energy release moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat instant gratification
- dislike narrative-driven experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 18, 2011, 'Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes' is Social Distortion's first studio album in six years, following the critically acclaimed 'Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll' (2004). This album marks a period of transition for the band, showcasing a matured sound while retaining their punk roots amidst evolving personal narratives from frontman Mike Ness.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Offspring· Rancid· Bad Religion
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Road Zombie 2:21
- 2 California (Hustle and Flow) 4:59
- 3 Gimme the Sweet and Lowdown 3:22
- 4 Diamond in the Rough 4:35
- 5 Machine Gun Blues 3:33
- 6 Bakersfield 6:25
- 7 Far Side of Nowhere 3:29
- 8 Alone and Forsaken 4:03
- 9 Writing on the Wall 5:01
- 10 Can’t Take It With You 5:02
- 11 Still Alive 4:05
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