Who Is, This Is?
Voodoo Glow Skulls · 1994
36 min · 16 tracks · hardcore punk
A whirlwind of frenetic energy, blending hardcore punk with Latin influences and socially charged lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Insubordination — Opening with aggressive riffs and fast-paced rhythms, this track encapsulates the band's raw energy and sets the tone for the entire album.
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La Migra (Mas Español) — This track showcases the band's bilingual approach and addresses themes of immigration, highlighting their cultural roots while maintaining a punk edge.
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Wife and Kid — With its sharp lyrics commenting on personal responsibility, this track balances humor with social commentary, making it representative of the band's lyrical style.
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Revenge of the Nerds — This song stands out for its playful critique of social hierarchies, merging catchy hooks with a classic punk attitude that resonates well beyond its brief runtime.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic compositions with strong Latin influences, though it may not fully sustain interest over time.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high-energy tone, maintaining a relentless tempo throughout the first half.
- Several tracks incorporate brass instruments, blending traditional punk instrumentation with Latin rhythms.
- The lyrics often address social issues and personal struggles, delivered with aggressive vocal styles that match the frenetic instrumentation.
- The final track features a significant tempo drop, providing a contrast to the preceding intensity and allowing for a moment of reflection.
- 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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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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of high energy
- social commentary with sharp wit
- for group sing-alongs
- great for energetic gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, contemplative music
- seek long, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1994, Who Is, This Is? was Voodoo Glow Skulls' debut album, marking their entry into the punk scene. At this point, they were still relatively unknown but quickly gained traction through their unique sound and high-energy performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Suicide Machines· Less Than Jake· Reel Big Fish
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Insubordination 3:28
- 2 Dirty Rats 2:52
- 3 Give In 2:23
- 4 You're the Problem 2:24
- 5 Sin Berguensa (Si Habla Español) 2:12
- 6 Wife and Kid 2:33
- 7 Country Phuck 1:57
- 8 Dog Pile 2:28
- 9 Here Comes the Sun 2:00
- 10 Too Many Secrets 1:46
- 11 Cheap Guy 1:43
- 12 La Migra (Mas Español) 2:53
- 13 Ugly Stick 2:07
- 14 Boss Man 1:35
- 15 Revenge of the Nerds 3:19
- 16 Who Do Voodoo We Do (Fuck You) 0:25
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