Walk the Plank
Zebrahead · 2015
37 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic punk-infused rock bursts with catchy hooks and anthemic choruses, embodying a youthful, rebellious spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Who Brings a Knife to a Gunfight? Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its fierce energy and bold lyrics that challenge confrontational attitudes. Its infectious chorus draws listeners in right away.
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Running With Wolves — This track showcases Zebrahead's knack for catchy melodies paired with reflective lyrics about freedom and self-identity, capturing the essence of youthful rebellion.
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Kings of the Here and Now — With its anthemic chorus and relatable themes of modern struggles, this song embodies the band's evolution while remaining true to their punk roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Energetic punk rock with catchy hooks, but lacks depth for long-term engagement.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing slightly in the latter tracks.
- Several songs feature call-and-response vocals between the lead singer and backing vocals, enhancing the anthemic quality of the choruses.
- 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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5/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- energetic anthems for group sing-alongs
- steady pace for active listening
- short bursts of adrenaline
- socially conscious themes for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective tracks
- seek lengthy, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in the band's established sound.
- Career context
- Released in 2015, Walk the Plank is Zebrahead's ninth studio album and follows their 2013 release, Call Your Friends. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their signature sound blending punk rock with hip-hop elements, while continuing to evolve their lyrical themes. This album marks a consistent output from a band that had been active for over two decades.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Reel Big Fish· Less Than Jake· Goldfinger
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Wasted Generation
The narrator confronts societal expectations directly, expressing frustration with conformity and inspiring listeners to embrace their individuality.
The direct address creates a sense of urgency and empowerment, encouraging listeners to question norms rather than simply accepting them.
Tracklist
- 1 Who Brings a Knife to a Gunfight? Start here 2:52
- 2 Worse Than This 3:23
- 3 Headrush 2:43
- 4 Keep It to Myself 2:59
- 5 Running With Wolves 3:34
- 6 So What 2:56
- 7 Save Your Breath 3:10
- 8 Walk the Plank 3:13
- 9 Under the Deep Blue Sea 1:28
- 10 Wasted Generation 2:27
- 11 Battle Hymn 2:43
- 12 Kings of the Here and Now 2:40
- 13 Freak Show 3:17
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