So What If We’re on Mystic! EP cover

So What If We’re on Mystic! EP

NOFX · 1986

8 tracks · hardcore punk · pop-punk · ska punk

A raw and energetic blend of hardcore punk energy with melodic hooks and irreverent humor.

Why this album works

The EP is significant for its role in helping to define the melodic hardcore and skate punk subgenres during the mid-80s. It contributed to the burgeoning alternative music scene and solidified NOFX's reputation as a prominent player in punk rock, leading to their later commercial success.
Career context
Released in the early days of NOFX's career, 'So What If We’re on Mystic!' serves as their debut EP, following their formation in 1983. This record helped establish their presence in the punk scene, showcasing their distinctive sound that would evolve throughout their career.
Stylistic neighbors
Sum 41· Strung Out· No Doubt

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mom’s Rules
  • 2 On My Mind
  • 3 Drain Bramage Standout
  • 4 Bob Turkee
  • 5 Shitting Bricks Standout
  • 6 Lager in the Dark Standout
  • 7 Too Mixed Up
  • 8 White Bread

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