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Oot & Aboot

The Real McKenzies · 2003

27 min · 13 tracks · folk punk

A spirited blend of folk punk melodies and raucous punk energy that celebrates Scottish heritage.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • concise energetic listening sessions
  • immediate hooks and energy
  • spirited background soundtrack
  • short bursts of excitement

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Oot & Aboot' was released in 2003, The Real McKenzies were establishing their presence in the folk punk scene after their previous album, 'Pissed Off' (1998). This album marked a significant step in their evolution, showcasing their signature style of merging traditional Scottish music with punk rock influences while expanding their audience.
Stylistic neighbors
NOFX· Flatfoot 56· The Dreadnoughts

Tracklist

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

  • 1 ’Cross the Ocean 2:56
  • 2 Droppin’ Like Flies 1:58
  • 3 Ye Banks and Braes 2:24
  • 4 Get Lost 1:35
  • 5 Lest We Forget 2:25
  • 6 Heather Bells 2:19
  • 7 Dance Around the Whisky 1:02
  • 8 Oot & Aboot 2:25
  • 9 Shit Outta Luck 2:24
  • 10 Jennifer Que 2:06
  • 11 Drink the Way I Do 1:32
  • 12 The Night the Lights Went Out in Scotland 2:56
  • 13 Taylor Made 1:47

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