The Bear cover

The Bear

Element Eighty · 2005

31 min · 10 tracks · punk

A raw, aggressive fusion of punk rock energy and melodic undertones that captures youthful angst.

Why this album works

'The Bear' was well-received within the punk community and helped solidify Element Eighty's status as an emerging band in the early 2000s punk revival. The album featured tracks that resonated with fans and contributed to the band's growing underground following, marking a notable point in their career trajectory.
Best for
steady energy for workout sessions raw emotion for youthful angst short bursts of cathartic release
Context
By the time 'The Bear' was released in 2005, Element Eighty had established themselves with their self-titled debut album in 2002. This sophomore effort followed a period of increased visibility, as the band had been touring extensively and gaining traction within the punk rock scene. 'The Bear' showcases their evolution into more complex songwriting while maintaining their energetic sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Flatfoot 56· NOFX· No Doubt

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Guntruck Standout 3:22
  • 2 Victims 2:56
  • 3 The Sacrifice 3:32
  • 4 War Standout 3:27
  • 5 Killing Me Standout 2:41
  • 6 The Itch 3:19
  • 7 Boars 2:26
  • 8 Price to Pay 3:42
  • 9 Spite 2:59
  • 10 Beaumont 2:47

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata