Twisted by Design
Strung Out · 1998
36 min · 14 tracks · melodic hardcore · skate punk
Fast-paced punk rock combined with intricate melodies and introspective lyrics create a vibrant yet chaotic sonic landscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short, punchy listening sessions steady energy with introspection dynamic emotional experiences
- Context
- By the time 'Twisted by Design' was released in 1998, Strung Out had already established themselves within the punk rock scene with their previous albums. This album marked their fourth studio release and showcased their evolution into more complex melodic structures while retaining the raw energy that characterized their earlier work.
- If you like
- melodic hardcore, skate punk
Twisted by Design is an album by Strung Out, released in 1998. Fast-paced punk rock combined with intricate melodies and introspective lyrics create a vibrant yet chaotic sonic landscape. 'Twisted by Design' received positive critical acclaim, solidifying Strung Out's place in the melodic hardcore genre. The album peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and is often cited for its influence on subsequent punk bands, particularly in the way it blended melodic elements with punk aggression. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Twisted by Design sound like?
Fast-paced punk rock combined with intricate melodies and introspective lyrics create a vibrant yet chaotic sonic landscape. Rooted in melodic hardcore and skate punk.
What makes Twisted by Design by Strung Out notable?
'Twisted by Design' received positive critical acclaim, solidifying Strung Out's place in the melodic hardcore genre. The album peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and is often cited for its influence on subsequent punk bands, particularly in the way it blended melodic elements with punk aggression. By the time 'Twisted by Design' was released in 1998, Strung Out had already established themselves within the punk rock scene with their previous albums. This album marked their fourth studio release and showcased their evolution into more complex melodic structures while retaining the raw energy that characterized their earlier work.
Who is Twisted by Design for?
Twisted by Design works well if you're into short, punchy listening sessions, steady energy with introspection and dynamic emotional experiences.
How many songs are on Twisted by Design?
Twisted by Design has 14 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Too Close to See Standout 3:01
- 2 Exhumation of Virginia Madison Standout 2:20
- 3 Deville 2:12
- 4 Mind of My Own 2:33
- 5 Reason to Believe Standout 2:15
- 6 Crossroads 2:54
- 7 Paperwalls 3:23
- 8 Ice Burn 2:09
- 9 Ultimate Devotion 2:06
- 10 King Alvarez 2:22
- 11 Asking for the World 2:25
- 12 Tattoo 2:23
- 13 Just Like Me 2:04
- 14 Match Book 4:24
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 36 sec
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