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Local H – Twelve Angry Months – CD
Released on May 13, 2008, Twelve Angry Months is the sixth studio album by Local H, the Chicago-based alternative rock duo known for their gritty sound, wry humor, and deeply personal lyrics. The album is a concept record based on the aftermath of a failed relationship, structured around the twelve months following a breakup, with each song representing a different stage of grief, anger, and healing.
Like much of Local H’s work, Twelve Angry Months features heavy, grungy guitars, sharp lyrics, and raw emotion, making it one of the most intensely personal and cathartic albums in their discography.
The album is structured to follow the emotional trajectory of a breakup, much like how Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s “five stages of grief” outline the process of loss. However, instead of five stages, Local H gives us twelve months of anger, self-destruction, sadness, and eventual recovery.
Each track corresponds to a different month, giving the album a unique narrative flow, almost like reading a breakup diary set to distorted guitars and pounding drums.
Musically, Twelve Angry Months stays true to Local H’s signature sound, which blends grunge-inspired riffs (similar to Nirvana and Soundgarden). A two-person lineup that delivers a massive sound (Scott Lucas on vocals/guitar/bass pedals, Brian St. Clair on drums)
Lyrically, the album is filled with biting sarcasm, self-loathing, regret, and bitterness, making it one of the most honest breakup albums of the 2000s.
Track Listing & Breakdown (By Month)
“January: The One with ‘Kid'” – Opens the album with a slow-burning intro that explodes into heavy guitars, as Lucas processes the initial shock of the breakup.
“February: Michelle (Again)” – A song filled with bitterness and regret, as he reflects on an ex moving on too soon.
“March: BMW Man” – A sarcastic track mocking the new guy in his ex’s life, taking aim at materialism and status-seekers.
“April: White Belt Boys” – A more upbeat but scathing track, mocking trendy, younger guys that seem to have replaced him.
“May: The Summer of Boats” – A melancholic, quieter song, showing the loneliness that sets in after months of anger.
“June: Taxi-Cabs” – A moody, introspective song, where Lucas starts questioning his role in the breakup.
“July: 24 Hour Break-Up Session” – One of the album’s heaviest, most aggressive tracks, full of rage and frustration.
“August: Jesus Christ! Did You See the Size of That Sperm Whale?” – A spaced-out, psychedelic interlude, giving a brief moment of humor amid the bitterness.
“September: Simple Pleas” – A slow-burning track, reflecting a more mature perspective as he tries to move on.
“October: Machine Shed Wrestling” – One of the most emotional songs, filled with grief and lingering resentment.
“November: Blur” – A dark, brooding song, where the anger starts to fade, leaving exhaustion and emptiness.
“December: Hand to Mouth” – The final track, signifying acceptance and moving forward, with a slightly hopeful tone.
Upon its release, Twelve Angry Months received positive reviews, with critics praising its honest songwriting, powerful emotions, and structured concept.
Despite not being a massive commercial success, Twelve Angry Months remains a fan favorite and a cult classic among alternative rock lovers. Overall, Twelve Angry Months is one of Local H’s most emotionally raw and cohesive albums, making it stand out in their discography.
Twelve Angry Months is one of the best breakup albums in alternative rock, capturing the anger, sadness, bitterness, and eventual acceptance that come with heartbreak. Through scathing lyrics, heavy riffs, and moments of introspection, Local H crafts a deeply personal yet universally relatable album.
If you’re looking for a brutally honest, hard-hitting record that perfectly encapsulates post-breakup emotions, Twelve Angry Months is a must-listen.
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Track Listing
The One With ‘Kid’
Michelle (Again)
BMW Man
White Belt Boys
The Summer Of Boats
Taxi-Cabs
24 Hour Break-up Session
Jesus Christ! Did You See The Size Of That Sperm Whale?
Simple Pleas
Machine Shed Wrestling
Blur
Hand To Mouth
