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The Great Awake

The Flatliners · 2007

38 min · 12 tracks · punk

A raw, energetic blast of punk rock infused with sharp wit and social commentary.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim for its blend of melodic punk and lyrical depth, with notable mention from publications like AbsolutePunk and Punknews.org. It helped the band gain traction on various charts and established them as key players in the Canadian punk revival of the mid-2000s.
Career context
Released on January 1, 2007, 'The Great Awake' was The Flatliners' second album, following their debut 'Destroy to Create' in 2006. This record solidified their presence in the punk scene, showcasing their evolution into a more dynamic sound while maintaining their energetic roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Flatfoot 56· NOFX· Mongol Shuudan

Tracklist

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

  • 1 July! August! Reno! Standout 3:04
  • 2 Eulogy Standout 3:19
  • 3 …And the World Files for Chapter 11 3:20
  • 4 This Respirator 1:57
  • 5 Meanwhile, in Hell… 2:07
  • 6 Mother Teresa Chokeslams the World 2:22
  • 7 This Is Giving Up 2:27
  • 8 Mastering the World’s Smallest Violin 3:15
  • 9 You Guys Want One of These? 2:07
  • 10 These Words Are Bullets 3:13
  • 11 Hal Johnson Smokes Cigarettes 4:00
  • 12 KHTDR 7:09

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