White Crosses cover

White Crosses

Against Me! · 2010

50 min · 14 tracks · punk

Melodic punk anthems collide with introspective lyrics, embodying the tension between personal and political themes.

Why this album works

'White Crosses' debuted at number 34 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial achievement for Against Me!. The album's lead single, 'I Was a Teenage Anarchist,' sparked conversations about political identity within punk culture and received critical acclaim for its catchy hooks and lyrical depth.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels dynamic emotional journeys introspective lyrical exploration
Context
Released on June 8, 2010, 'White Crosses' is Against Me!'s fifth studio album and follows their major label debut, 'New Wave.' At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift in sound towards a more polished production while maintaining their punk roots, after experiencing lineup changes and increased mainstream attention.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 White Crosses 3:36
  • 2 I Was a Teenage Anarchist Standout 3:15
  • 3 Because of the Shame Standout 4:21
  • 4 Suffocation 3:55
  • 5 We’re Breaking Up 3:57
  • 6 High Pressure Low 4:12
  • 7 Ache With Me 3:38
  • 8 Spanish Moss Standout 3:51
  • 9 Rapid Decompression 1:46
  • 10 Bamboo Bones 3:35
  • 11 One by One 3:33
  • 12 Bob Dylan Dream 2:58
  • 13 Lehigh Acres 3:32
  • 14 Bitter Divisions 4:01

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