Top tracks — play these first
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ASBO Sports Day — This track embodies the album's confrontational spirit, using humor to critique societal norms around youth culture and rebellion.
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No Apologies — This song stands out as a defiant anthem, capturing the essence of punk ethos through its unapologetic lyrics and catchy hooks.
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Hollywood Hero — The title track serves as a poignant commentary on fame and superficiality, encapsulating the album's thematic core with its sharp lyrics and brisk tempo.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo anthems
- biting social commentary vibes
- quick bursts of energy
- short tracks for instant gratification
- rallying cries for the disenchanted
Maybe skip if you
- seeking slow, reflective moments
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Hollywood Hero marked Sham 69's return to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus since their previous album, The Adventures of Sham 69 in 1996. This album arrived during a period when the UK punk scene was experiencing a resurgence, prompting the band to reconnect with their roots while addressing contemporary issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Clash· Buzzcocks· Stiff Little Fingers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 ASBO Sports Day 2:53
- 2 No Apologies 3:19
- 3 Western Culture 2:26
- 4 Medic 2:54
- 5 Here Come the Lies 2:46
- 6 I Want Glory 4:25
- 7 Hollywood Hero 2:17
- 8 I Don’t Believe a Word 2:09
- 9 Give Me a Minute 3:01
- 10 New York City 2:47
- 11 I Love Her 3:08
- 12 Bite the Bullet 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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