The Kids from Yesterday
My Chemical Romance · 2012
26 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · punk
An anthemic blend of alternative rock and emo, brimming with nostalgic urgency and vibrant energy.
Why this album works
'The Kids from Yesterday' embodies the band's evolution while resonating with themes of youth and nostalgia. The album's title track gained notable attention for its poignant lyrics and became a staple in their live performances, reflecting the band's lasting impact on the emo and punk rock scenes.
- Best for
- nostalgic anthems for youth front-loaded energetic listening experience cathartic release through remixes
- Context
- Released on January 20, 2012, 'The Kids from Yesterday' marked My Chemical Romance's transition towards a more mature sound following their commercially successful album 'The Black Parade'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating changes in their musical direction, embracing a blend of pop-rock influences while still resonating with their hardcore roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Linkin Park· Moby· Lana Del Rey· Ariana Grande· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails· Beck
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Kids From Yesterday (album version) Standout 5:26
- 2 The Kids From Yesterday (Dan P. Carter remix) 4:58
- 3 Zero Percent Standout 2:48
- 4 The Ghost of You (live – Zane Lowe session) 4:59
- 5 Planetary (GO!) (Lags Gallows remix) 4:02
- 6 Planetary (GO!) (Vazquez/Gorman remix) 3:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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