Steal This Record
The Suicide Machines · 2001
42 min · 15 tracks · ska punk
Energetic ska punk rhythms collide with urgent vocals, delivering both a party atmosphere and a biting social critique.
Top tracks — play these first
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Steal This Record — The title track encapsulates the album's rebellious spirit, using catchy hooks to deliver a message about ownership and anti-establishment sentiments.
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Scars — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of personal and collective pain, marrying emotional depth with the band's signature high-energy sound.
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Honor Among Thieves — With its infectious melody and sharp lyrics, this song critiques societal double standards, reflecting the band's commitment to addressing real-world issues through their music.
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It's the End of the World as We Know It — A cover that showcases their ability to reinterpret classic songs, it serves as both an anthem of urgency and a nod to their influences in punk rock.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic ska punk with social commentary, showcasing solid writing and performance.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features fast-paced tracks with driving rhythms, while the second half introduces slower tempos and more melodic elements.
- Vocals alternate between aggressive shouting and melodic singing, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate brass instruments, adding a distinct ska flavor that complements the punk energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic energetic flow
- short, punchy tracks
- urgent, rebellious mood
- wave-like pacing experience
- engaging from start to finish
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 25, 2001, Steal This Record marked The Suicide Machines' fourth studio album, following the success of their previous release, Battle Hymns. By this point in their career, the band had solidified their presence within the ska punk scene and aimed to push musical boundaries while addressing socio-political issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Reel Big Fish· Less Than Jake· Streetlight Manifesto
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Killing Blow 3:04
- 2 Steal This Record 4:08
- 3 Honor Among Thieves 2:46
- 4 It's the End of the World as We Know It 3:18
- 5 Bleeding Heart 3:41
- 6 The Air We Breathe 2:53
- 7 Stand Up 3:29
- 8 Off the Cuff 1:36
- 9 Middle Way 3:00
- 10 Scars 2:26
- 11 All My People 1:41
- 12 Unbreakable 2:27
- 13 Stay 2:31
- 14 Leap of Faith 2:52
- 15 Brass Ring 2:28
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