What makes Suicide Invoice by Hot Snakes notable?

The album received significant critical acclaim upon its release, helping to cement Hot Snakes' place in the punk rock revival of the early 2000s. It has been recognized for its influence on subsequent bands in the genre and remains a touchstone for fans of underground punk. Suicide Invoice is Hot Snakes' second studio album, following their critically acclaimed debut, Automatic Midnight, released in 2000. By this point, the band had solidified their sound, combining elements of punk rock with post-hardcore influences while establishing themselves within the San Diego music scene.

How many songs are on Suicide Invoice?

Suicide Invoice has 12 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.

Suicide Invoice

Hot Snakes · 2002

33 min · 12 tracks · punk rock

A whirlwind of frenetic guitars and raw, urgent vocals encapsulates the restless energy of early 2000s punk rock.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Hate the Kids — This track opens with an explosive energy that sets the tone for the entire album, showcasing the band's signature blend of aggression and melody.
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Suicide Invoice — The title track encapsulates the raw emotionality and disillusionment found throughout the album, featuring compelling lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Paid in Cigarettes — With its catchy chorus and driving rhythm, this track exemplifies Hot Snakes' ability to fuse punk rock intensity with accessible hooks.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and energetic performances typical of early 2000s punk rock.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent tempo, with most tracks maintaining a fast pace that rarely dips below mid-tempo.
Guitar riffs are prominent throughout, often layered with urgent vocal delivery that emphasizes the raw energy of the music.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 I Hate the Kids 3:09
2 Gar Forgets His Insulin 2:22
3 XOX 2:27
4 Who Died 2:30
5 Suicide Invoice 3:25
6 Paid in Cigarettes 4:08
7 LAX 2:01
8 Bye Nancy Boy 2:37
9 Paperwork 2:47
10 Why Does It Hurt 1:45
11 Unlisted 2:46
12 Ben Gurion 2:58

What to play next

Listen next

Audit in Progress

2004

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Automatic Midnight

2000

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