Rocket to Russia cover

Rocket to Russia

The Queers · 1994

28 min · 15 tracks · punk · pop-punk

A frenetic blend of catchy melodies and raw punk energy, bursting with youthful rebellion.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of catchy energy
  • sing-along anthems with friends
  • youthful rebellion and spontaneity
  • short tracks for instant gratification

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, immersive experiences
  • seek deep, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as The Queers' third studio album in 1994, 'Rocket to Russia' solidified their place within the pop-punk scene following their earlier albums. At this point, the band was gaining recognition for their distinctive sound and irreverent lyrics, building on the momentum from their previous release, 'Love Songs for the Retarded'.
Stylistic neighbors
Descendents· NOFX· The Dickies

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cretin Hop 1:50
  • 2 Rockaway Beach 1:57
  • 3 Here Today, Gone Tomorrow 1:33
  • 4 Locket Love 1:27
  • 5 I Don't Care 1:27
  • 6 Sheena Is a Punk Rocker 2:32
  • 7 We're a Happy Family 2:13
  • 8 Teenage Lobotomy 1:54
  • 9 Do You Wanna Dance? 1:42
  • 10 I Wanna Be Well 1:54
  • 11 I Can't Give You Anything 2:07
  • 12 Ramona 2:10
  • 13 Surfin' Bird 2:13
  • 14 Why Is It Always This Way 2:02
  • 15 Blabbermouth 1:25

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