Twenty
Taking Back Sunday · 2019
78 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk · pop-punk
Nostalgic emo anthems collide with polished pop-punk melodies, evoking youthful angst and emotional catharsis.
Why this album works
'Twenty' achieved commercial success by debuting at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, indicating a strong reception from fans old and new. The album features re-recorded versions of classic tracks alongside new material, solidifying the band’s influence in the emo and pop-punk scenes. Its release coincided with their anniversary tour, further enhancing its cultural significance.
- Best for
- nostalgic anthems for youth wave-like pacing with crescendos cathartic sing-along moments
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2019, 'Twenty' marked Taking Back Sunday’s celebration of their two-decade legacy in music. This album came after a period of lineup changes and was their first release since 'Tidal Wave' in 2016, showcasing a matured sound while maintaining their signature style. The band sought to honor their past while also appealing to newer audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Linkin Park· Green Day· Moby· Beck· Nine Inch Nails· Sonic Youth· Ariana Grande
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cute Without the 'E' (Cut From the Team) Standout 3:33
- 2 You're So Last Summer 3:02
- 3 Timberwolves at New Jersey 3:25
- 4 A Decade Under the Influence Standout 4:09
- 5 Set Phasers to Stun 3:05
- 6 One-Eighty by Summer 3:56
- 7 Liar (It Takes One to Know One) 3:11
- 8 MakeDamnSure Standout 3:33
- 9 What's It Feel Like to Be a Ghost? 3:45
- 10 My Blue Heaven 4:09
- 11 Sink Into Me 3:04
- 12 Everything Must Go 4:44
- 13 Faith (When I Let You Down) 3:09
- 14 Call Me in the Morning 3:59
- 15 Flicker, Fade 4:34
- 16 Better Homes and Gardens 3:54
- 17 Tidal Wave 2:35
- 18 You Can't Look Back 4:30
- 19 Call Come Running 3:15
- 20 All Ready to Go 3:59
- 21 A Song for Dan 5:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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