Oh! Calcutta!
The Lawrence Arms · 2006
33 min · 12 tracks · punk
A relentless barrage of melodic punk infused with sharp wit and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
'Oh! Calcutta!' received positive reviews from critics, highlighting its lyrical depth and musical cohesion. The album further established The Lawrence Arms as key players in the punk revival scene of the mid-2000s, influencing contemporaries with its blend of humor and earnestness.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2006, 'Oh! Calcutta!' is the fourth studio album by The Lawrence Arms, following their critically acclaimed 'Apathy and Exhaustion.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the punk rock scene, moving towards a more refined sound while maintaining their raw energy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Flatfoot 56· NOFX· No Doubt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Devil’s Takin’ Names 2:00
- 2 Cut It Up Standout 2:13
- 3 Great Lakes/Great Escapes 2:49
- 4 Recovering the Opposable Thumb 3:05
- 5 Beyond the Embarrassing Style 2:24
- 6 Are You There Margaret? It’s Me, God. Standout 3:35
- 7 Jumping the Shark Standout 2:36
- 8 Lose Your Illusion 1 2:59
- 9 Requiem Revisited 2:07
- 10 Key to the City 3:02
- 11 Old Dogs Never Die 2:12
- 12 Like a Record Player / Warped Summer Extravaganza (Major Excellent) 4:51
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