High Time
MC5 · 1971
42 min · 8 tracks · punk
A raw blend of punk energy and rock grit, pulsating with political urgency and electric guitar riffs.
Why this album works
'High Time' is notable for its critical reception, being recognized as a significant entry in the punk rock genre despite limited commercial success. The album reflects the band's ongoing commitment to political themes and social justice, influencing future punk acts with its unabashedly confrontational style.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo progression raw, energetic listening experience engaging lyrical narratives
- Context
- Released on July 6, 1971, 'High Time' was MC5's third album and came after their influential debut 'Kick Out the Jams.' By this point, they were navigating a turbulent post-1960s music landscape marked by increasing commercialization and internal tensions within the band. This album represented a shift towards a more polished sound while retaining their rebellious spirit.
- If you like
- punk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sister Anne Standout 7:25
- 2 Baby Won't Ya Standout 5:33
- 3 Miss X 5:11
- 4 Gotta Keep Movin' 3:26
- 5 Future/Now Standout 6:23
- 6 Poison 3:25
- 7 Over and Over 5:15
- 8 Skunk (Sonicly Speaking) 5:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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