What makes Larceny & Old Lace by The Coathangers notable?

The album received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its blend of punk and garage rock influences. It illustrated the band's growing popularity within the indie music community, paving the way for future tours and further releases that would elevate their profile. Released on June 7, 2011, Larceny & Old Lace is The Coathangers' third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the sophomore effort, Scramble. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place within the underground punk scene while expanding their sound to include more melodic elements.

Who is Larceny & Old Lace for?

Larceny & Old Lace works well if you're into short, punchy listening sessions, steady, consistent energy levels and energetic background ambiance.

How many songs are on Larceny & Old Lace?

Larceny & Old Lace has 11 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Larceny & Old Lace

The Coathangers · 2011

30 min · 11 tracks · indie rock

Raw and energetic garage rock meets sharp punk sensibilities, with infectious hooks in a compact, no-frills package.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hurricane — Opening the album, this track encapsulates the band's raw energy with catchy guitar riffs and an urgent vocal delivery that sets the tone for the entire project.
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Go Away — This song features a driving rhythm and playful lyrics that embody the band's signature style, showcasing their knack for blending humor with punk energy.
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Sicker — With its punchy chorus and dynamic shifts, this track highlights the band's ability to balance catchy melodies with a gritty punk aesthetic.
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My Baby — A standout moment on the album, this song combines heartfelt lyrics with a lively tempo, illustrating the emotional range The Coathangers can achieve.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic punk-infused garage rock with a raw sound, though its cohesion is somewhat uneven across tracks.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with tracks that rarely dip below mid-tempo, while the second half introduces more varied pacing.
Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an interactive feel between the singers and the instrumentation.
The album's production is raw, with a lo-fi aesthetic that emphasizes the band's garage rock roots, making the instrumentation feel immediate and unpolished.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short, punchy listening sessions
steady, consistent energy levels
energetic background ambiance
chaotic yet catchy melodies

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 7, 2011, Larceny & Old Lace is The Coathangers' third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the sophomore effort, Scramble. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place within the underground punk scene while expanding their sound to include more melodic elements.
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