Like its predecessor, Before You Were Punk, Vol. 2 collects covers of '80s pop songs -- most of them new wave -- done up in a '90s punk revival style. Since most '90s punk relies on catchy melodies nearly as much as new wave pop, many of the tracks actually work rather well in this musical setting. That's why it's difficult to tell why some of the bands take such a smirky, ironic attitude to their chosen covers -- contrary to what some might believe, there's nothing inherently cheesy about '80s pop as a whole, and it's ...
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Like its predecessor, Before You Were Punk, Vol. 2 collects covers of '80s pop songs -- most of them new wave -- done up in a '90s punk revival style. Since most '90s punk relies on catchy melodies nearly as much as new wave pop, many of the tracks actually work rather well in this musical setting. That's why it's difficult to tell why some of the bands take such a smirky, ironic attitude to their chosen covers -- contrary to what some might believe, there's nothing inherently cheesy about '80s pop as a whole, and it's still possible to be "punk" without training that attitude on everything in one's field of vision. Still, there are enough bands who mix driving punk aggression with respect for the generally well-chosen tunes to make Before You Were Punk, Vol. 2 something more than simple retro contempt. Bands present include All, the Suicide Machines, the Bouncing Souls, NOFX, Lagwagon, Rocket from the Crypt, and MxPx. ~ Steve Huey, Rovi
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Good. No packaging as issued. Originally released: 1999. (HD052920CDVD) UPC #: 601091033924 (MUSIC CD S DISC A SET OF 1 DISC). PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY: PRE-OWNED OR USED MUSIC DISC. This DISC is in good with visible Scratches condition. The case or box is in (Good condition). The Disc holding tab is damaging is damaged. The box is in fair condition or damaged. This box is missing the pamphlet.
