Rise or Die Trying
Four Year Strong · 2007
40 min · 13 tracks · punk
A high-energy blend of pop punk and hardcore that balances catchy melodies with frenetic instrumentation.
Rise or Die Trying is an album by Four Year Strong, released in 2007. A high-energy blend of pop punk and hardcore that balances catchy melodies with frenetic instrumentation. The album received critical acclaim for its infectious hooks and dynamic sound, helping to solidify Four Year Strong as a key player in the pop punk genre. It not only debuted at number 43 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart but also influenced a wave of subsequent bands in the pop punk and post-hardcore scenes, marking a notable moment in the genre's evolution during the mid-2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rise or Die Trying sound like?
A high-energy blend of pop punk and hardcore that balances catchy melodies with frenetic instrumentation. Rooted in punk.
What makes Rise or Die Trying by Four Year Strong notable?
The album received critical acclaim for its infectious hooks and dynamic sound, helping to solidify Four Year Strong as a key player in the pop punk genre. It not only debuted at number 43 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart but also influenced a wave of subsequent bands in the pop punk and post-hardcore scenes, marking a notable moment in the genre's evolution during the mid-2000s. Released on January 1, 2007, 'Rise or Die Trying' was Four Year Strong's debut studio album following their earlier EPs. At this point, they were establishing themselves within the burgeoning pop punk scene, having already garnered attention for their energetic live performances and unique sound that combined elements of hardcore and melodic punk.
How many songs are on Rise or Die Trying?
Rise or Die Trying has 13 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Take Over 1:34
- 2 Prepare to Be Digitally Manipulated Standout 3:07
- 3 Abandon Ship or Abandon All Hope Standout 3:33
- 4 Heroes Get Remembered, Legends Never Die Standout 3:36
- 5 Wrecked 'Em? Damn Near Killed 'Em 3:12
- 6 Catastrophe 2:37
- 7 Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Hell 3:06
- 8 Bada Bing! Wit a Pipe! 3:21
- 9 Beatdown in the Key of Happy 3:03
- 10 If He's Here, Who's Runnin' Hell? 3:18
- 11 Maniac (R.O.D.) 3:06
- 12 Beep Beep 4:05
- 13 Gotta Get Out 3:02
Release Date
January 1, 2007
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 40 sec
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