Mainliner: Wreckage from the Past
Social Distortion · 1995
24 min · 10 tracks · punk · rock & roll
Raw, energetic punk rock infused with a sense of nostalgia and rebellion against societal norms.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its critical reception, bringing attention to Social Distortion's roots while further solidifying their legacy within the punk rock genre. With tracks from their early days, it introduced new listeners to their raw sound and helped maintain interest in the band during a period of industry transition. Additionally, it highlighted their influence on subsequent punk bands emerging in the '90s.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'Mainliner: Wreckage from the Past' captures Social Distortion's evolution as they transitioned from underground punk to mainstream recognition. This compilation album showcases their earlier work while reflecting the band's growth since their debut in 1983. It serves as a bridge between their formative years and the wider appeal they achieved in the late '90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Green Day· Moby· Neil Young· Tori Amos· Nine Inch Nails· R.E.M.· Sonic Youth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 1945 (Posh Boy) Standout 1:52
- 2 Playpen (Posh Boy) 2:40
- 3 Mainliner 2:30
- 4 Moral Threat 3:35
- 5 All the Answers 2:12
- 6 Justice for All Standout 2:03
- 7 Under My Thumb 2:04
- 8 1945 (13th Floor) 2:03
- 9 Playpen (13th Floor) 2:58
- 10 Mass Hysteria Standout 2:41
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