Punk Is Not Ded - a list by skyekat

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Good punk albums from then and now. Bad spelling courtesy of Persepolis :)

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Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll: Social Distortion

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The latest offering from Social D sees them putting out more of the crankin' country punk that we love them for. Possibly a touch closer to straight rock'n'roll than previous efforts, they've lost none of their energy with age though. Very solid offering with plenty of catchy songs. Good album for driving around with the top down on a summer day.

Updated May 14, 2008

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Live at the Roxy: Social Distortion

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It's pretty rare for me to replace the album cut of a song with a live one on my playlists, but the live version of "Mommy's Little Monster" is definitely the best version of this song committed to tape, in my opinion. This album is full of great live gems, and a terrific album to get you going. Amazing energy and a lot of fun.

Updated May 7, 2008

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Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell: Social Distortion

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This is the first Social D record I ever heard. From the opening strains of "Cold Feelings" I was hooked. Terrifically energetic punk, infused with a Johnny Cash sensibility. Some good things did come out of the 80s. (Bruce Springsteen said this was his favorite album of the year btw)

Updated May 7, 2008

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Social Distortion: Social Distortion

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The third album from OC punk pioneers sees them cranking out more good Clash via Johnny Cash tunes. And speaking of Cash, there's a cover of "Ring of Fire" on here. Personal favorites "Sick Boy", "Story of My Life" (yes, that would be one of my ringtones), and "Ball & Chain". Tons of raw energy here. I always find Social D to be good when I need to get pumped up.

Updated May 14, 2008

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13 Songs: Fugazi

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Punk is not dead. Fugazi still carries the torch of great, aggressive punk rock. A bit more than just three chords and some attitude, they take punk and made it grow up a little and learn to play their instruments. Love the bass lines, and the whole thing just rocks. Good album for getting your energy up.

Updated May 8, 2008

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London Calling: The Clash

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*The* punk album. If you know no other, you know London Calling. Incredibly catchy and incredibly raw, this is what punk was all about. With killer bass lines from that guy on the cover, Mr. Paul Simonon, great lyrics from Joe Strummer and Mick Jones, and a strong backbone thanks to Topper Headon. This album withstands the test of time and the fickleness of taste. It's also influenced countless musicians. "London Calling", "Rudy Can't Fail", "Lost in the Supermarket", "Clampdown", "Guns of Brixton", "Death or Glory, "Train in Vain"... pick a favorite? No Way!

Updated May 12, 2008

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The Clash (U.K. Version) - The Clash

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If you only own two Clash albums, this and London Calling should be it. The raw energy on this album is infectious. Talk about the spirit of '77. From Joe Strummer spitting out "White Riot" to the greatest cover ever "I Fought the Law". Yet almost every song on here could be a single. Actually, most of them were, since originally most of them were released as singles, and then compiled to make the album itself. I find it more coherent and lasting than Anarchy in the UK and many other seminal punk albums, this is a must-have.

Updated May 12, 2008

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Never Mind the Bollocks Here's the Sex Pistols: The Sex Pistols

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The original punk statement. Never Mind the Bollocks is aggressive, and in your face. It is worth noting that Sid Vicious, who could not play his bass guitar to save his life, did not actually play on the album, but replaced Glen Matlock. Either way, they were a force of nature, and that force was anarchy, in the UK and elsewhere.

Updated May 12, 2008

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We're A Happy Family - A Tribute To The Ramones: Various Artists

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The Ramones are one of the great punk bands. They proved that all you need is three chords and crazy energy to make some great music. A huge array of artists turn in their takes on classic Ramones songs for this compilation. From U2 (who I'm sad to say have a pretty mediocre track) to Rancid, Pete Yorn to Tom Waits, Garbage to Marilyn Manson.

Updated May 7, 2008

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The Gossip - Standing In the Way of Control

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Great, great album. Beth Ditto is a powerful singer with a great voice, even when she's completely in your face. Tons of energy in killer songs. Some songs sit somewhere between aggressive and dance-friendly, while others are more garage-rock. Smart lyrics don't shy away from bold statements either.

Updated May 8, 2008

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