What makes Storm the Streets by Riverdales notable?

The album received positive feedback from critics, contributing to the band's reputation in the underground punk community. Its energetic tracks and catchy hooks influenced subsequent punk rock bands, helping to revitalize interest in melodic punk during the late '90s. When 'Storm the Streets' was released in 1997, Riverdales were in a phase of solidifying their identity as a prominent punk rock band following their formation in 1994. This album came after their self-titled debut and served to further establish their sound while showcasing their growth as songwriters within the punk scene.

How many songs are on Storm the Streets?

Storm the Streets has 14 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Storm the Streets

Riverdales · 1997

32 min · 14 tracks · punk rock

A frenetic blend of melodic punk riffs and raw energy that channels youthful defiance and nostalgia.

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Make Way — This opening track sets an urgent tone with its driving beats and catchy chorus, establishing the album's raw energy right from the start.
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I Don't Wanna Go to the Party — The song captures a relatable sense of teenage angst and social anxiety, delivering both humor and rebellion through its straightforward lyrics and infectious melody.
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Kick Your Head In — This track exemplifies Riverdales' knack for blending aggression with melody, showcasing their punk roots while adding a playful edge that resonates throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album features energetic melodies and contrasts in pacing but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high-energy tempo, while the second half introduces slower tracks that create a contrast in pacing.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Make Way 1:58
2 Mental Retard 2:51
3 Don't Let Them Beat My Baby 2:32
4 Cementhead 1:43
5 Riverdale Stomp 2:14
6 Dyna-Mole 2:12
7 I Will Make It Up to You 3:08
8 Blood on the Ice 2:09
9 I Don't Wanna Go to the Party 2:20
10 Kick Your Head In 2:55
11 I Accuse My Parents 2:24
12 Boy in the Plastic Bubble 1:50
13 Give It Up 2:15
14 I Am Not a Freak 1:28

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