What makes The Stories Are True by Time Again notable?

This album helped establish Time Again as a notable name in the hardcore punk scene, contributing to the resurgence of punk music in the mid-2000s. It garnered attention for its unfiltered take on urban life and societal issues, resonating with both critics and fans alike, and leading to several tours across the U.S. and Europe. The Stories Are True is Time Again's debut album, released in 2006 as they emerged from the Los Angeles punk scene. This album solidified their place within the hardcore punk genre, showcasing their energetic sound and politically charged lyrics right after forming in 2005.

How many songs are on The Stories Are True?

The Stories Are True has 13 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

The Stories Are True

Time Again · 2006

27 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk

A raw, high-energy explosion of hardcore punk that captures the urgency of youth and rebellion.

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The Stories Are True — This title track encapsulates the band's ethos, addressing themes of authenticity and struggle with a driving rhythm that showcases their punk roots.
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Cold Concrete — With its relentless pace and poignant lyrics about urban desolation, this track highlights Time Again's ability to blend personal narrative with broader social commentary.
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Fallen Nation — This song stands out for its urgent critique of societal decay, combining anthemic melodies with a confrontational vocal delivery that embodies the band's spirit.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album captures the raw energy of hardcore punk while addressing relevant themes, though it may not stand out significantly in the genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high-energy tone, maintaining a consistent tempo across the first six songs.
Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of urgency and chaos typical of hardcore punk.
The lyrics often address social issues and personal struggles, delivered with aggressive vocal styles that emphasize the emotional weight of the themes.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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 Junkies 1:27
2 Say Again 1:44
3 Broken Bodies 2:00
4 The Stories Are True 3:18
5 Cold Concrete 2:14
6 Lost in Hollywood 1:37
7 Fallen Nation 2:17
8 Kenny 2:47
9 Criminals 1:00
10 Life on the Run 2:00
11 Fountain and Formosa 2:10
12 Deadly Nights 2:08
13 Streetwalker 3:09

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