What makes S&M Airlines by NOFX notable?

'S&M Airlines' is significant for its raw energy and unapologetic lyrics that resonated with the punk ethos of the late '80s. The album helped solidify NOFX's place in punk history and contributed to the rise of melodic hardcore, influencing countless bands in the genre. Released in 1989, 'S&M Airlines' was NOFX's second studio album, following their debut 'Liberal Animation'. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out their niche within the burgeoning punk scene, building on the momentum from their first release and developing their distinct sound that would define their career.

Who is S&M Airlines for?

S&M Airlines works well if you're into quick, punchy listening sessions, energetic bursts of expression and youthful rebellious energy.

How many songs are on S&M Airlines?

S&M Airlines has 12 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

S&M Airlines

NOFX · 1989

33 min · 12 tracks · hardcore punk · pop-punk · ska punk

A punchy blend of hardcore punk and melodic hooks that captures youthful rebellion and social critique.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

quick, punchy listening sessions
energetic bursts of expression
youthful rebellious energy
short tracks for dynamic flow
social commentary with urgency

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1989, 'S&M Airlines' was NOFX's second studio album, following their debut 'Liberal Animation'. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out their niche within the burgeoning punk scene, building on the momentum from their first release and developing their distinct sound that would define their career.
Stylistic neighbors: Bad Religion· Pennywise· Lagwagon

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Tracklist

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

1 Day to Daze 1:58
2 Five Feet Under 2:42
3 Professional Crastination 2:46
4 Mean People Suck 2:02
5 Vanilla Sex 2:35
6 S&M Airlines 4:41
7 Drug Free America 3:41
8 Life O’Riley 1:53
9 You Drink You Drive You Spill 2:22
10 Scream for Change 2:54
11 Jaundiced Eye 3:50
12 Go Your Own Way 2:18

What to play next

Listen next

Ribbed

1991

Go back to

Liberal Animation

1988

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