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Plastic Surgery

The Huntingtons · 2000

39 min · 14 tracks · punk rock

Fast and catchy punk anthems blend humor and social commentary with a spirited energy that encapsulates early 2000s pop-punk.

Top tracks — play these first

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    I Wanna Be a Ramone — This track captures the essence of The Huntingtons’ sound with its infectious chorus and humorous homage to punk legends, showcasing their playful spirit.
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    Heartbreak at the Hardy Holly — With its catchy melody and relatable themes of love and loss, this song highlights the band's ability to balance humor with genuine emotion.
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    American War Machine — This track stands out for its critical perspective on American culture wrapped in an energetic punk package, reflecting the political climate of the era.
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    Girls Gone Crazy — The blend of catchy riffs and cheeky lyrics makes this track a quintessential representation of early 2000s pop-punk's fun yet rebellious attitude.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

47 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album features energetic punk anthems with witty lyrics, capturing the essence of early 2000s pop-punk.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy anthem that sets a brisk pace, maintaining fast tempos throughout the first half.
  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an interactive feel that engages listeners.
  • The final track serves as a humorous conclusion, contrasting with the more serious themes of earlier songs.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Wanna Be a Ramone 2:30
  • 2 Heartbreak at the Hardy Holly 2:45
  • 3 American War Machine 3:00
  • 4 I Would Give You Anything 3:32
  • 5 Tell Me Goodnight 2:11
  • 6 Moral Threat 1:37
  • 7 I'll See You Tonight 3:11
  • 8 Growing Up Is No Fun 3:43
  • 9 Girls Gone Crazy 3:06
  • 10 Don't Clone Me 2:16
  • 11 I Don't Wanna Go Out With Her 2:40
  • 12 Now I'm Alright 3:12
  • 13 I'm Not Dangerous 3:24
  • 14 Mutant Monster Beach 1:47

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