Description
Descendents – All – Vinyl Record
All is the eighth studio album by the American punk rock band Descendents, released in 1987.
All was released on July 23, 1987, through SST Records. It marked Descendents’ first album since their reformation and the departure of founding member Tony Lombardo, with bassist Karl Alvarez joining the band.
The lineup for “All” consisted of Milo Aukerman (vocals), Stephen Egerton (guitar), Karl Alvarez (bass), and Bill Stevenson (drums). This lineup is often considered a classic and influential configuration of the band.
All continues Descendents’ signature punk rock sound with melodic and pop influences. The album is known for its fast-paced, energetic songs and Milo Aukerman’s distinctive vocals.
All includes several notable tracks, including “Descendents,” “Clean Sheets,” “Coolidge,” and “Pep Talk.” The songs are characterized by catchy melodies, witty lyrics, and punk energy. The album’s lyrics cover a range of topics, including love, relationships, self-reflection, and social commentary. Milo Aukerman’s introspective and often humorous lyrics are a defining feature of Descendents’ music.
All is regarded as a classic in the punk rock genre and has had a lasting impact on subsequent generations of punk and pop-punk bands. The band’s blending of melodic elements with punk aggression influenced the development of the pop-punk sound. The album received positive reviews from critics, praising its songwriting, musicianship, and the band’s ability to balance punk intensity with melodic hooks.
All marked a significant moment in Descendents’ career as it came after a hiatus and showcased the band’s continued relevance in the punk scene.
Descendents’ All remains a highly regarded and influential album within the punk rock genre, and its impact can be heard in the work of subsequent punk and alternative bands.
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Track Listing
All
Coolidge
No, All!
Van
Cameage
Impressions
Iceman
Clean Sheets
Pep Talk
All-O-Gistics
Schizophrenia
