What makes Modified by Save Ferris notable?

Modified received significant attention for its energetic sound and catchy hooks, charting well on Billboard's Heatseekers chart. The album also showcased how ska-punk could evolve in the late '90s amidst shifting musical trends, influencing subsequent bands within the genre. When Modified was released in 1999, Save Ferris was transitioning from their breakthrough success with their previous EP, introducing a more polished sound. This album marked their first full-length studio release since gaining mainstream attention, solidifying their position in the ska-punk scene as they navigated the pressures of commercial success.

How many songs are on Modified?

Modified has 11 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Modified

Save Ferris · 1999

45 min · 11 tracks · punk rock

A vibrant blend of ska-infused punk rock energy and catchy, anthemic melodies that defines the late '90s sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Turn It Up — This opening track sets the tone with its infectious energy and upbeat brass arrangements, embodying the album's lively spirit.
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I’m Not Cryin’ for You — The song features a powerful vocal performance that blends vulnerability with an empowering message, highlighting the band's emotional depth.
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What You See Is What You Get — This track encapsulates the band's ethos with its direct lyrics and punchy instrumentation, making it a standout anthem of self-acceptance.
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Angry Situation — The song's exploration of social issues through its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus cleverly balances seriousness with a fun vibe.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic ska-punk but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with fast tempos and upbeat brass sections, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective tone.
Several songs feature call-and-response vocals between the lead singer and backing vocalists, enhancing the anthemic quality of the choruses.

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: 6/10
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 Turn It Up 3:03
2 The Only Way to Be 3:18
3 I’m Not Cryin’ for You 4:03
4 Your Friend 3:42
5 No Love 4:48
6 Angry Situation 3:38
7 What You See Is What You Get 3:18
8 One More Try 1:06
9 Mistaken 3:24
10 Holding On 3:26
11 Let Me In 12:02

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