What does No More Heroes sound like?

A brash and confrontational blend of punk energy infused with sardonic wit and sharp melodies. Rooted in new wave and punk. Start with "I Feel Like a Wog".

Is No More Heroes a good place to start with The Stranglers?

Yes, No More Heroes is recommended as a starting point for new The Stranglers listeners. A brash and confrontational blend of punk energy infused with sardonic wit and sharp melodies. Released in January 1977, No More Heroes was The Stranglers' second studio album, following their debut, Rattus Norvegicus. The band had started gaining notoriety in the UK punk scene, and this album solidified their place as a prominent act by showcasing their distinctive sound that combined punk with rock influences.

Who is No More Heroes for?

No More Heroes works well if you're into frenetic energy for rebellion, sardonic wit and humor and dynamic shifts in intensity.

How many songs are on No More Heroes?

No More Heroes has 12 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

No More Heroes

The Stranglers · 1977

41 min · 12 tracks · new wave

A brash and confrontational blend of punk energy infused with sardonic wit and sharp melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Feel Like a Wog Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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No More Heroes — The title track is emblematic of the album's critique of societal norms and disillusionment, combining catchy hooks with a raw energy that captures the essence of punk.
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Something Better Change — This song encapsulates the band's frustration with political stagnation through its driving rhythm and incisive lyrics, highlighting their lyrical depth.
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Dagenham Dave — With its storytelling approach, this track presents a vivid character sketch that reflects working-class struggles, illustrating the band's knack for narrative songwriting.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album combines punk energy with sharp melodies and social commentary, establishing a strong identity.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a confrontational tone, followed by several songs that maintain a similar energy level.
Tracks often feature prominent bass lines and sharp guitar riffs, with lyrics that critique social issues and personal experiences.
The title track is positioned as the penultimate song, creating a build-up to its anthemic quality before concluding with a more subdued piece.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

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

frenetic energy for rebellion
sardonic wit and humor
dynamic shifts in intensity
for energetic gatherings
short bursts of urgency

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, mellow tunes
seek long, immersive tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified The Stranglers' reputation in the UK punk scene.
Themes: political disillusionment· working-class struggles· suburban malaise
Moods: Energetic· Aggressive
Career context: Released in January 1977, No More Heroes was The Stranglers' second studio album, following their debut, Rattus Norvegicus. The band had started gaining notoriety in the UK punk scene, and this album solidified their place as a prominent act by showcasing their distinctive sound that combined punk with rock influences.
Stylistic neighbors: The Cure· Siouxsie and the Banshees· Gang of Four