What makes Now That's What I Call Steampunk! Volume 1 by The Men That Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing notable?

Now That's What I Call Steampunk! Volume 1 gained attention for its inventive take on the steampunk aesthetic, contributing to the genre's burgeoning cultural presence in music. The album received praise from niche publications for its originality and humor, influencing subsequent artists within the steampunk and punk rock scenes. Released in 2010, this album marked a significant point for The Men That Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing as their third studio album, solidifying their unique niche within the steampunk genre. It followed their previous record, 'This May Be the Last Time' (2008), showcasing a matured sound that further explored their distinctive blend of historical themes with modern punk sensibilities.

Who is Now That's What I Call Steampunk! Volume 1 for?

Now That's What I Call Steampunk! Volume 1 works well if you're into whimsical energy for gatherings, short bursts of playful chaos and late-night revelry with friends.

How many songs are on Now That's What I Call Steampunk! Volume 1?

Now That's What I Call Steampunk! Volume 1 has 11 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.

Now That's What I Call Steampunk! Volume 1

The Men That Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing · 2010

29 min · 11 tracks · punk rock

A raucous blend of punk energy and Victorian aesthetics, filled with whimsical narratives and anachronistic instrumentation.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Etiquette — Opening with a fast-paced rhythm, this track sets the tone for the album's playful yet irreverent exploration of Victorian social norms.
→
Blood Red — This standout track features darker lyrical themes contrasted with upbeat instrumentation, exemplifying the band's ability to merge serious topics with punk energy.
→
A Traditional Victorian Gentlemens Boasting Song — Utilizing clever wordplay and a catchy melody, this song satirizes traditional masculinity while embracing the absurdity of its subject matter.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

whimsical energy for gatherings
short bursts of playful chaos
late-night revelry with friends
quick, lively sing-alongs
quirky storytelling through sound

Maybe skip if you

preference for lengthy ballads
seeking deep emotional introspection

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2010, this album marked a significant point for The Men That Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing as their third studio album, solidifying their unique niche within the steampunk genre. It followed their previous record, 'This May Be the Last Time' (2008), showcasing a matured sound that further explored their distinctive blend of historical themes with modern punk sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors: The Damned· Against Me!· The Bronx

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Etiquette 2:09
2 Steph(v)enson 3:51
3 Bedlam 2:55
4 Goggles 2:30
5 Sewer (live) 2:15
6 Boilerplate Daniel 2:09
7 Moon 3:59
8 A Traditional Victorian Gentlemens Boasting Song 2:13
9 Victorian Grindcore 0:14
10 Blood Red 4:16
11 Charlie 2:57

What to play next

Listen next

This May Be the Reason Why the Men That Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing Cannot Be Killed by Conventional Weapons

2012

Full The Men That Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing discography Artists like The Men That Will Not Be Blamed for Nothing

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata