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Porch Life

Big D and the Kids Table · 2003

65 min · 22 tracks · ska punk

A chaotic blend of ska rhythms and punk energy, laced with humor and irreverence throughout.

Why this album works

'Porch Life' is notable for its unapologetic humor and eclectic mix, contributing to the ska punk scene's vibrancy in the early 2000s. The album received positive reviews, helping solidify Big D's reputation within the genre and influencing subsequent bands exploring similar styles.
Career context
In 2003, Big D and the Kids Table released 'Porch Life' as their fourth studio album, following their breakout record 'Good Luck' from 1998. This album marked a period of increased visibility for the band, showcasing their unique fusion of ska and punk while reflecting their evolving sound and lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
No Doubt· Sublime with Rome· Lyapis Trubetskoy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pizza Pie Intro (part I) 0:19
  • 2 Pizza Pie Intro (part II) 1:02
  • 3 Stove Top Free Style 2:01
  • 4 In Front of Me (40's) Standout 4:01
  • 5 Muthafuckin' Big-D Standout 4:15
  • 6 JL a.m.m.i.'s Being Shot and Killed 1:03
  • 7 Tommy Used to Be a Mothafucka Pimp Yo! 3:51
  • 8 Skip Dogg and MC Wane Trial 1:12
  • 9 Stupid Mizzind Standout 6:26
  • 10 Phatmothafucka 3:15
  • 11 What! You Punk Mothafucka 1:58
  • 12 51 (Live!) 5:56
  • 13 Fire Stada 1:24
  • 14 Cold Hard Cash 0:59
  • 15 Ahh Big-D - Ooh Big-D 5:39
  • 16 I Wanna Touch That Bum, That Big Ol' Bum 2:09
  • 17 It's Dat Trick 3:34
  • 18 MC Wane and Skipp Dogg Got Trapped 4:06
  • 19 Skully-B-Nuts Stereo Shit 0:44
  • 20 Skully-B-Nuts' Ointment 5:13
  • 21 I Wanna Touch That Bum, That Big Ol' Bum (reprise) 2:09
  • 22 It's Dat Trick (reprise) 3:33

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