Pump Up the Valuum
NOFX · 2000
31 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk · pop-punk · ska punk
Fast-paced punk anthems collide with irreverent humor and sharp social commentary throughout this energetic album.
Why this album works
'Pump Up the Valuum' debuted at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing NOFX's commercial appeal. The album has been noted for its satirical takes on various subjects, reflecting a cultural moment where punk rock was intertwined with mainstream acceptance. It has influenced countless bands within the punk and pop-punk scenes that followed.
- Best for
- quick, energetic listening sessions humorous, light-hearted vibes short bursts of energy
- Context
- Released in 2000, 'Pump Up the Valuum' marked NOFX's seventh studio album, following their successful 'So Long and Thanks for All the Shoes'. At this point, the band was firmly established as a leading force in the punk scene, known for their witty lyrics and melodic hooks. The album came during a prolific period for NOFX, solidifying their influence on the pop-punk genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sum 41· Strung Out· No Doubt
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 And Now for Something Completely Similar 0:58
- 2 Take Two Placebos and Call Me Lame 2:25
- 3 What’s the Matter With Parents Today? 1:58
- 4 Dinosaurs Will Die Standout 2:58
- 5 Thank God It’s Monday 1:39
- 6 Clams Have Feelings Too (Actually They Don’t) 2:32
- 7 Louise 1:49
- 8 Stranger Than Fishin 1:05
- 9 Pharmacist’s Daughter Standout 1:58
- 10 Bottles to the Ground 2:20
- 11 Total Bummer 2:13
- 12 My Vagina Standout 2:36
- 13 Herojuana 2:46
- 14 Theme From a NOFX Album 4:19
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