Missile Me!
Guitar Wolf · 1995
28 min · 12 tracks · punk rock
A frenzied blast of garage punk energy, merging surf rock riffs with raw, electrifying vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Missile Me — The title track sets the tone for the entire album with its infectious energy and catchy hooks, encapsulating the band's signature sound.
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Hurricane Rock — This track showcases the band's blend of punk and rockabilly elements, highlighted by frantic guitar riffs and driving rhythms that evoke a sense of urgency.
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Midnight Violence Rock'n Roll — With its raw production and aggressive lyrics, this song exemplifies the chaotic spirit of the album while delivering a memorable chorus that sticks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic punk with surf rock elements, maintaining a strong identity throughout its runtime.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy title track that sets a fast pace, maintained through the first half before introducing more varied tempos.
- Tracks frequently feature aggressive guitar riffs layered over raw, shouted vocals, creating a chaotic yet engaging sound.
- Several songs incorporate surf rock influences, evident in the melodic guitar lines that contrast with the punk energy.
- The final three tracks slow down slightly, providing a brief respite before concluding with a return to frenetic energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- brief bursts of chaotic energy
- for high-energy moments
- frantic pace keeps adrenaline pumping
- short tracks for quick listens
- ideal for impromptu dance parties
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, reflective pieces
- seek mellow, calming sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Missile Me! is Guitar Wolf's third album, following their breakthrough with 1994's Wolf Rock. By this point, the band had solidified their status in Japan's underground music scene, fusing punk rock with a unique blend of rockabilly and garage influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Cramps· Death from Above 1979· The Hives
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Missile Me 1:37
- 2 Hurricane Rock 2:29
- 3 Kung Fu Ramone Culmination Tactic 1:53
- 4 Can Nana Fever 2:01
- 5 Midnight Violence Rock'n Roll 2:42
- 6 Link Wray Man 3:11
- 7 Guitar Star 1:25
- 8 Racing Rock 1:39
- 9 Jet Rock'n Roll 2:39
- 10 Devil Stomp 3:18
- 11 Jet Blues 2:56
- 12 Venus Drive 2:09
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