What makes Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards by Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards notable?

The album was well-received within the punk community, solidifying Frederiksen's reputation as a key figure in the genre. Notably, it reached number 23 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and garnered significant airplay on college radio, helping to revive interest in street punk during a period dominated by pop-punk sounds. Released in 2001, this debut album marked Lars Frederiksen's first venture outside Rancid, establishing him as a frontman in his own right. The album arrived after years of touring with Rancid and reflects his deep-rooted influences in punk rock, showcasing a more personal narrative style compared to Rancid's collective approach.

How many songs are on Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards?

Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards has 13 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards

Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards · 2001

34 min · 13 tracks · street punk

Raw street punk energy collides with personal storytelling and gritty vocals, capturing the essence of early 2000s rebellion.

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Dead American — This track is a powerful critique of American culture, delivered through aggressive riffs and catchy hooks that exemplify the album’s punk ethos.
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To Have and to Have Not — A cover of the Billy Bragg song that transforms its original folk-punk roots into a more visceral punk anthem, highlighting Frederiksen's ability to reinterpret classic songs.
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Anti-Social — This track captures the rebellious spirit of punk, with its fast-paced rhythm and direct lyrics reflecting themes of alienation and defiance against societal norms.
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Campbell, CA — An autobiographical reflection on growing up in California, this song stands out for its vivid imagery and personal storytelling, providing listeners insight into Frederiksen's background.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album captures raw punk energy with personal storytelling but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The album opens with a brief intro before launching into high-energy tracks that maintain a fast tempo throughout the first half.
Vocals are delivered in a gritty, aggressive style, often layered with backing shouts that enhance the rawness of the sound.
Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of urgency and spontaneity.
The last three tracks slow down slightly, allowing for more introspective lyrics and a change in dynamics.

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

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Intro 0:15
2 Dead American 2:08
3 Six Foot Five 2:20
4 To Have and to Have Not 2:48
5 Army of Zombies 2:41
6 Campbell, CA 2:19
7 Wine and Roses 3:23
8 Anti-Social 2:08
9 10 Plagues of Egypt 2:32
10 Leavin’ Here 2:42
11 Subterranean 4:08
12 Skunx 3:08
13 Vietnam 4:07

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