Volume 1
Reagan Youth · 1989
11 min · 7 tracks · hardcore punk
Frenetic hardcore punk energy fuels scathing critiques of society and politics in concise, explosive bursts.
Top tracks — play these first
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New Aryans — This track sets the tone for the album with its aggressive sound and inflammatory lyrics that challenge societal norms and racist ideologies.
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Reagan Youth — The title track encapsulates the band's critique of Reagan-era politics, merging catchy hooks with a sharp political message.
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(Are You) Happy? — This song reflects the band's disillusionment with American society through its sardonic lyrics and driving beat, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic punk compositions with pointed lyrics, establishing a solid but not presence in the genre.
What we noticed
- Each track is under three minutes, delivering rapid-fire verses and choruses that emphasize urgency.
- The instrumentation features aggressive guitar riffs and fast-paced drumming, typical of hardcore punk.
- Lyrical themes focus on political disillusionment and social critique, with a direct and confrontational style.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I Hate Hate
The verses construct a narrative around personal and societal hatred, directly confronting intolerance with an unrelenting rhythm.
By juxtaposing personal experiences with broader societal issues, this track transforms individual frustration into a collective rallying cry against hate.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Aryans 1:17
- 2 Reagan Youth 1:20
- 3 (Are You) Happy? 1:33
- 4 I Hate Hate 2:00
- 5 Degenerated 2:22
- 6 U.S.@. 1:20
- 7 (You're a) Gonowhere 1:22
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