The Ataris – So Long, Astoria

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Artist: The Ataris

Title: So Long, Astoria

Year: 2003

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Tracklist

  • 1. So Long, Astoria (3:22)
  • 2. Takeoffs and Landings (3:53)
  • 3. In This Diary (3:50)
  • 4. My Reply (4:13)
  • 5. Unopened Letter to the World (2:39)
  • 6. The Saddest Song (4:15)
  • 7. Summer '79 (3:58)
  • 8. The Hero Dies in This One (4:06)
  • 9. All You Can Ever Learn Is What You Already Know (3:32)
  • 10. The Boys of Summer (4:18)
  • 11. Radio #2 (3:27)
  • 12. Looking Back on Today (3:54)
  • 13. Eight of Nine (3:25)
  • 14. I Won't Spend Another Night Alone (3:47)
  • 15. The Saddest Song - Acoustic (4:09)

Review

Kris Roe and The Ataris struck pure gold with "So Long, Astoria," delivering a masterclass in early 2000s pop-punk that still hits different decades later. The raw energy jumps right out of your speakers thanks to that analog tape recording magic, giving every guitar riff and heartfelt vocal that perfectly imperfect edge. Their bold choice to cover Don Henley's "The Boys of Summer" alongside originals like "In This Diary" shows serious range, proving they could reimagine classics while crafting their own anthems of youth and nostalgia.

What makes this record truly special is how it captures that bittersweet feeling of growing up without getting all sappy about it. Tracks like "The Saddest Song" showcase Roe's introspective songwriting chops, while the title track "So Long, Astoria" delivers those storytelling moments that make you want to roll the windows down and drive nowhere in particular. The whole thing flows like a conversation with your most honest friend – sometimes loud and energetic, sometimes quiet and reflective, but always genuine. It's the kind of album that defined a generation's soundtrack to change, wrapped up in punk attitude and melodic hooks that refuse to leave your head. - Jenna

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