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Rancid

Rancid · 2000

38 min · 22 tracks · punk · ska punk

A frenetic blend of punk rock energy and ska-inflected melodies, bursting with raw urgency.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic short bursts of energy
  • frantic pace for quick thrills
  • for group sing-alongs
  • high-energy soundtrack for parties
  • raw urgency in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, immersive albums
  • seek mellow, slow-paced tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2000, Rancid released their self-titled album as a follow-up to the successful 'Life Won't Wait' from 1998. At this point, the band was solidifying their place in the punk scene after achieving mainstream recognition. The release marked their continued evolution, showcasing not only their characteristic sound but also a willingness to experiment with diverse influences.
Stylistic neighbors
The Offspring· NOFX· Less Than Jake

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don Giovanni 0:35
  • 2 Disgruntled 1:01
  • 3 It’s Quite Alright 1:29
  • 4 Let Me Go 3:13
  • 5 I Am Forever 1:03
  • 6 Poison 1:17
  • 7 Loki 0:47
  • 8 Blackhawk Down 1:42
  • 9 Rwanda 1:21
  • 10 Corruption 1:28
  • 11 Antennas 1:11
  • 12 Rattlesnake 1:42
  • 13 Not to Regret 2:16
  • 14 Radio Havana 3:42
  • 15 Axiom 1:40
  • 16 Black Derby Jacket 2:35
  • 17 Meteor of War 1:21
  • 18 Dead Bodies 1:49
  • 19 Rigged on a Fix 1:16
  • 20 Young Al Capone 1:52
  • 21 Reconciliation 1:20
  • 22 GGF 3:39

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