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Three Chords and the Truth

The Ducky Boys · 2004

36 min · 16 tracks · street punk

Raw street punk energy collides with heartfelt storytelling in a whirlwind of anthemic melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of raw energy
  • cathartic sing-along moments
  • heartfelt storytelling in anthems
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, immersive tracks
  • seek polished, studio production

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Three Chords and the Truth' was The Ducky Boys' third studio album, following their previous release 'Back to the Streets' in 2001. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the street punk scene, aiming to capture a wider audience while staying true to their roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Anti-Flag· Los Fastidios· Grade 2

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Boston, USA 1:36
  • 2 Pass You By 1:43
  • 3 Alone Tonight 1:50
  • 4 Scars 3:05
  • 5 Fight 1:41
  • 6 For the Underdogs 2:18
  • 7 Stand by Me 2:53
  • 8 Hanging On 2:01
  • 9 This Place 2:10
  • 10 The Long Road 2:21
  • 11 Ain’t It a Shame 2:15
  • 12 [untitled] 2:05
  • 13 Break Me 2:19
  • 14 Looking Back 1:34
  • 15 Richmond Skyline 2:44
  • 16 Crumbling Heart 3:56

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