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The Good, the Bad, and the Argyle

The Bouncing Souls · 1994

30 min · 12 tracks · punk

A brash and energetic punk rock blast, embodying youthful rebellion and nostalgic humor.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of energetic fun
  • nostalgic humor for carefree moments
  • for group sing-alongs
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement
  • short tracks for instant gratification

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long, immersive experiences
  • seek serious and introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1994, 'The Good, the Bad, and the Argyle' was The Bouncing Souls' debut album, establishing their signature sound. At this point, the band was still navigating the underground punk scene, having formed just a few years prior in 1989. This album set the foundation for their subsequent rise within the East Coast punk rock community.
Stylistic neighbors
The Menzingers· Against Me!· Rise Against

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Like Your Mom 0:47
  • 2 The Guest 2:16
  • 3 These Are the Quotes From Our Favorite 80’s Movies 1:57
  • 4 Joe Lies (When He Cries) 3:50
  • 5 Some Kind of Wonderful 2:35
  • 6 Lay’em Down and Smack’em Yack’em 1:38
  • 7 Old School 3:48
  • 8 Candy 2:36
  • 9 Neurotic 2:54
  • 10 Inspection Station 1:56
  • 11 Deadbeats 2:42
  • 12 I Know What Boys Like 3:13

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