Still Cyco Punk After All These Years
Suicidal Tendencies · 2018
41 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk
High-octane riffs and frenetic rhythms blend hardcore punk with thrash metal, reflecting a spirit of rebellion and chaos.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Love Destruction Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with aggressive riffs and an anthem-like chorus that encapsulates the band's chaotic spirit.
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F.U.B.A.R. — A fast-paced track that combines humor with serious commentary, showcasing the band’s ability to balance lightheartedness with hard-hitting messages.
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Sippin’ From the Insanitea — This song stands out for its catchy hooks and powerful instrumentation, effectively marrying punk energy with melodic elements.
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Gonna Be Alright — With an uplifting message wrapped in a heavy sound, this track exemplifies resilience, resonating deeply within the context of personal struggles.
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Save a Peace for Me — The closing track brings a reflective quality to the album, blending introspective lyrics with a driving rhythm that echoes throughout their discography.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively combines high-energy punk with thrash elements, showcasing strong craftsmanship and engaging compositions.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a relentless tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and rapid drumming, setting a high-energy tone.
- Several tracks feature abrupt tempo shifts, such as 'Sippin’ From the Insanitea,' which introduces a slower, groovier section before returning to speed.
- The album includes multiple instances of call-and-response vocals, particularly in 'Ain’t Gonna Get Me,' engaging listeners directly.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energy for active listening
- short bursts of intense fun
- cathartic release through aggression
- for high-energy activities
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, meditative experiences
- seek lengthy, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and a return to the band's roots in punk sound.
- Themes
- punk rock resilience· chaotic rebellion· crossover thrash legacy
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2018, 'Still Cyco Punk After All These Years' marks Suicidal Tendencies' first album since their previous release in 2016. This album showcases a return to the band's roots while also embracing their evolution over the years, as they maintain their influential presence in the crossover thrash genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Municipal Waste· Anthrax· Sick of It All
Tracklist
- 1 I Love Destruction Start here 2:57
- 2 F.U.B.A.R. 2:36
- 3 All Kinda Crazy 4:41
- 4 Sippin’ From the Insanitea 4:08
- 5 It’s Always Something 3:21
- 6 Lost My Brain… Once Again 3:54
- 7 Nothin’ to Lose 3:03
- 8 Gonna Be Alright 4:18
- 9 Ain’t Gonna Get Me 3:20
- 10 All I Ever Get 3:01
- 11 Save a Peace for Me 5:58
What to play next
The World Gone Mad
2016
It continues the high-energy punk and thrash sound with a modern edge.
13
2013
It sets the stage with a similar intensity and thematic exploration.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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