Walk Among Us
Misfits · 1982
24 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk
A frenetic blend of punk energy and horror-themed lyrics that encapsulate the Misfits' signature sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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20 Eyes Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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I Turned Into a Martian — This track showcases the band's signature blend of catchy melodies and macabre themes, making it an anthem of horror punk.
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Skulls — With its memorable chorus and dark subject matter, Skulls exemplifies the Misfits' ability to combine humor with horror, furthering their unique identity.
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Night of the Living Dead — This song captures the essence of classic horror films while delivering raw punk energy, solidifying its place in the Misfits' discography.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's energetic punk sound and horror themes create a strong identity within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track and maintains a high energy level throughout, with most songs clocking in under three minutes.
- Each song features a distinct riff-driven structure, often utilizing simple chord progressions that emphasize the punk aesthetic.
- The lyrics frequently reference horror themes, creating a cohesive narrative thread across the tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, intense listening bursts
- high-energy engagement moments
- immediate hooks and energy
- raw, cathartic emotional release
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Misfits' reputation and defined horror punk sound.
- Career context
- Released on March 1, 1982, Walk Among Us was the Misfits' first full-length album after several influential EPs. At this stage in their career, they were transitioning from cult status to becoming a key influence in the horror punk genre, solidifying their aesthetic and sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Damned· AFI· Balzac
Tracklist
- 1 20 Eyes Start here 1:46
- 2 I Turned Into a Martian 1:43
- 3 All Hell Breaks Loose 1:47
- 4 Vampira 1:26
- 5 Nike a Go Go 2:16
- 6 Hate Breeders 3:06
- 7 Mommy, Can I Go Out and Kill Tonight? (live) 1:59
- 8 Night of the Living Dead 1:58
- 9 Skulls 2:00
- 10 Violent World 1:46
- 11 Devils Whorehouse 1:45
- 12 Astro Zombies 2:15
- 13 Braineaters 0:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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