What makes Scare Yourself Alive by D-A-D notable?

The album showcased D-A-D's ability to adapt to contemporary sounds while maintaining their distinctive style, leading to favorable reviews and solid chart performances in Denmark. Its lead single, 'Scare Yourself,' received notable airplay and helped solidify the band's relevance during a competitive era for rock music. Released in 2006, Scare Yourself Alive marked D-A-D's return after a four-year hiatus following their album No Fuel Left for the Pilgrims. By this time, they had established themselves as a major force in Danish rock, having achieved significant success with earlier albums, but were navigating the changing landscape of rock music in the mid-2000s.

Who is Scare Yourself Alive for?

Scare Yourself Alive works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, playful irreverence in lyrical themes and ideal for late-night drives.

How many songs are on Scare Yourself Alive?

Scare Yourself Alive has 43 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Scare Yourself Alive

D-A-D · 2006

78 min · 43 tracks · hard rock

A blend of hard rock riffs and playful lyrics that challenge conventions while capturing the spirit of early 2000s alternative rock.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Lawrence of Suburbia — This track opens the album with a catchy melody and clever lyrics that critique suburban life, setting the tone for the rest of the record.
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Scare Yourself — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's themes of self-reflection and confronting fears, showcasing both lyrical depth and musical energy.
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Jihad — This controversial song addresses serious global issues with a satirical twist, highlighting the band's willingness to tackle provocative topics within their hard rock sound.
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Everything Glows — The song features an infectious chorus and an uplifting message, illustrating D-A-D's knack for combining thoughtful lyrics with accessible melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
playful irreverence in lyrical themes
ideal for late-night drives
wave-like pacing encourages engagement
tongue-in-cheek humor throughout

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward, short tracks
seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows D-A-D's adaptability and continued relevance after a hiatus.
Career context: Released in 2006, Scare Yourself Alive marked D-A-D's return after a four-year hiatus following their album No Fuel Left for the Pilgrims. By this time, they had established themselves as a major force in Danish rock, having achieved significant success with earlier albums, but were navigating the changing landscape of rock music in the mid-2000s.
Stylistic neighbors: The Quireboys· Guns N' Roses· Toto