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Released 30 years ago

Life in General

MxPx · 1996

43 min · 17 tracks · punk

Fast-paced punk anthems blend youthful nihilism with catchy melodies and sharp lyrical wit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energetic flow throughout
  • short bursts of playful irreverence
  • for sing-along moments
  • youthful angst and humor
  • quick tracks for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences
  • seek slow, contemplative sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Life in General' is MxPx's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Pokinatcha' (1996). At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the punk scene, transitioning from indie roots to gaining broader recognition through major label support.
Stylistic neighbors
Lagwagon· No Use for a Name· Pennywise

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Middlename 2:55
  • 2 My Mom Still Cleans My Room 2:50
  • 3 Do Your Feet Hurt 3:10
  • 4 Sometimes You Have to Ask Yourself 2:19
  • 5 The Wonder Years 1:51
  • 6 Move to Bremerton 3:35
  • 7 New York to Nowhere 2:16
  • 8 Andrea 1:46
  • 9 Your Problem My Emergency 3:16
  • 10 Chick Magnet 3:12
  • 11 Today Is in My Way 3:06
  • 12 Sorry So Sorry 2:14
  • 13 Doing Time 1:23
  • 14 Correct Me If I'm Wrong 2:33
  • 15 Cristalena 2:01
  • 16 Destroyed by You 2:33
  • 17 Southbound 2:36

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