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The Trigger Complex

T.S.O.L. · 2017

41 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk · horror punk

A raw blend of punk energy and introspective lyrics, echoing the band's horror punk roots while exploring new emotional depths.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • introspective moments with raw energy
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • reflective themes with edge

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer long, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2017, 'The Trigger Complex' is T.S.O.L.'s first studio album in over a decade, following their 2001 release 'Discipline'. At this point, the band was navigating a resurgence in interest from both old fans and new listeners drawn to their earlier work, making this album a significant step in their evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
Dead Kennedys· AFI· The Cramps

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Give Me More 2:16
  • 2 Sometimes 2:26
  • 3 Strange World 3:37
  • 4 Satellites 3:08
  • 5 The Right Side 3:23
  • 6 Why Can't We Do It Again 4:39
  • 7 I Wanted to See You 4:41
  • 8 Wild Life 2:37
  • 9 Nothing Ever Lasts 2:15
  • 10 Going Steady 2:54
  • 11 You're Still the Same 2:27
  • 12 Don't You Want Me 4:02
  • 13 Bats 2:49

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