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Short Songs

Silverstein · 2012

19 min · 22 tracks · post-hardcore · emo

A frenetic collection of blistering short tracks that capture the raw essence of punk and emo.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of frenetic energy
  • for short attention spans
  • ideal for high-energy moments
  • great for group sing-alongs
  • satisfying rapid-fire listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, immersive tracks
  • seek deep lyrical narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2012, Silverstein was building on their established reputation in the post-hardcore scene with 'Short Songs', their sixth studio album. This release followed their critically acclaimed album 'Rescue' (2011) and showcased their ability to innovate within a familiar framework. The album also reflects a period of experimentation as they revisited their punk roots while maintaining their signature sound.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sick as Your Secrets 1:08
  • 2 Sin & Redemption 1:09
  • 3 SOS 1:36
  • 4 Brookfield 1:30
  • 5 La Marseillaise 0:48
  • 6 World on Fire 1:24
  • 7 Sleep Around 1:19
  • 8 My Miserable Life 0:28
  • 9 Truth & Temptation 0:44
  • 10 One Last Dance 1:26
  • 11 See Ya Bill 0:06
  • 12 Short Songs 0:24
  • 13 236 E. Broadway 1:20
  • 14 Good Intentions 0:26
  • 15 Destination: Blood! 1:08
  • 16 Coffee Mug 0:33
  • 17 xOn Our Kneesx 0:24
  • 18 Scenes From Parisian Life 1:21
  • 19 It’s My Job to Keep Punk Rock Elite 1:24
  • 20 Quit Your Job 0:23
  • 21 The Ballad of Wilhelm Fink 0:33
  • 22 You Gotta Stay Positive 0:05

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