Green Day – Nimrod - Album Blitz

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Artist: Green Day

Title: Nimrod

Year: 1997

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Tracklist

1. Nice Guys Finish Last (2:48)
2. Hitchin' a Ride (2:51)
3. The Grouch (2:12)
4. Redundant (3:18)
5. Scattered (3:02)
6. All the Time (2:10)
7. Worry Rock (2:27)
8. Platypus (I Hate You) (2:21)
9. Uptight (3:04)
10. Last Ride In (3:47)
11. Jinx (2:12)
12. Haushinka (3:25)
13. Walking Alone (2:45)
14. Reject (2:05)
15. Take Back (1:09)
16. King for a Day (3:13)
17. Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) (2:33)
18. Prosthetic Head (3:38)

Review

Green Day’s fifth studio album, "Nimrod," unleashed on October 14, 1997, marks a wild shift from their earlier punk blitz. Over five months of recording madness, the band dove into uncharted territories, blending strings, horns, harmonica, and even violin into their electrifying soundscape. This sonic adventure showcases their gutsy experimentation and willingness to break free from their punk confines.

With 18 bangers, "Nimrod" hits hard with tracks like "Hitchin’ a Ride," "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)," and "Nice Guys Finish Last." The album's eclectic style gives us Elvis Costello vibes on "Worry Rock" and a Stray Cats twang on "Hitchin’ a Ride." And for the punk purists, "Take Back" and "Platypus (I Hate You)" keep the mosh pit alive. Critics hailed Billie Joe Armstrong for his killer songwriting, and the album soared to number ten on the Billboard U.S. charts, snagging double platinum status from the RIAA.

"Nimrod" stands as a bold testament to Green Day’s maturity and relentless pursuit of musical evolution. Their fearless blending of genres and raw creativity made this album a beloved landmark in their journey. - Raven