Mommy's Little Monster
Social Distortion · 1983
32 min · 11 tracks · punk · rock & roll
Raw, energetic punk rock intertwines with rockabilly influences, reflecting youthful rebellion and disillusionment.
Why this album works
'Mommy's Little Monster' is significant for its raw sound and poignant lyrics that captured the angst of youth. It became a cornerstone of the Southern California punk scene, influencing many subsequent bands and earning a cult following despite limited commercial success initially.
- Best for
- short bursts of raw energy youthful rebellion and disillusionment punchy tracks for quick listens
- Context
- Released in 1983, 'Mommy's Little Monster' was Social Distortion's debut album, emerging during the early California punk scene. At this time, the band was establishing their identity after forming in 1978 and transitioning from local gigs to national recognition.
- 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 The Creeps 2:02
- 2 Another State of Mind Standout 2:37
- 3 It Wasn’t a Pretty Picture Standout 3:10
- 4 Telling Them 3:10
- 5 Hour of Darkness 2:45
- 6 Mommy's Little Monster Standout 3:35
- 7 Anti-Fashion 2:19
- 8 All the Answers 2:21
- 9 Moral Threat 5:16
- 10 Under My Thumb 1:59
- 11 Playpen 2:56
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