Making Friends
No Use for a Name · 1997
35 min · 12 tracks · punk
Fast-paced punk anthems blend catchy melodies with introspective lyrics and a raw, energetic edge.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews and solidified No Use for a Name's place within the punk rock genre during the late 90s. It contributed to the burgeoning pop-punk movement by influencing bands like Blink-182 and New Found Glory, showcasing catchy hooks paired with punk ethos.
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Making Friends' was No Use for a Name's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Leche Con Carne'. At this point, the band was establishing themselves as a significant force in the punk rock scene, building on their earlier successes while refining their sound with sharper songwriting and production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Flatfoot 56· NOFX· No Doubt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Answer Is Still No Standout 2:33
- 2 Invincible Standout 2:21
- 3 Growing Down Standout 2:01
- 4 On the Outside 2:50
- 5 A Postcard Would Be Nice 2:01
- 6 Secret 3:24
- 7 Best Regards 1:50
- 8 Revenge 1:52
- 9 Sidewalk 2:16
- 10 3 Month Weekend 1:17
- 11 Sitting Duck 1:21
- 12 Fields of Athenry / [untitled] 11:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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