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...Off the Bone

The Cramps · 1983

52 min · 17 tracks · post-punk · garage punk · gothabilly

A raw and raucous blend of punk energy and rockabilly swagger, embodying the spirit of underground rebellion.

...Off the Bone is an album by The Cramps, released in 1983. A raw and raucous blend of punk energy and rockabilly swagger, embodying the spirit of underground rebellion. ...Off the Bone played a crucial role in cementing The Cramps' legacy within the psychobilly and garage punk scenes. Its release highlighted their unique style, influencing countless bands and earning them significant recognition in alternative music circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does ...Off the Bone sound like?

A raw and raucous blend of punk energy and rockabilly swagger, embodying the spirit of underground rebellion. Rooted in post-punk and garage punk.

What makes ...Off the Bone by The Cramps notable?

...Off the Bone played a crucial role in cementing The Cramps' legacy within the psychobilly and garage punk scenes. Its release highlighted their unique style, influencing countless bands and earning them significant recognition in alternative music circles. Released in 1983, ...Off the Bone was The Cramps' first compilation album, following their influential debut 'Songs the Lord Taught Us' in 1980. At this point, the band had solidified their cult status with a distinctive sound that melded punk rock with campy horror aesthetics.

How many songs are on ...Off the Bone?

...Off the Bone has 17 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·52:04

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Human Fly Standout 2:16
  • 2 The Way I Walk 2:40
  • 3 Domino 3:08
  • 4 Surfin’ Bird 5:07
  • 5 Lonesome Town 3:03
  • 6 Garbageman Standout 3:30
  • 7 Fever Standout 4:19
  • 8 Drug Train 2:37
  • 9 Love Me 2:02
  • 10 I Can’t Hardly Stand It 2:43
  • 11 Goo Goo Muck 3:06
  • 12 She Said 3:17
  • 13 The Crusher 1:48
  • 14 Save It 2:57
  • 15 New Kind of Kick 3:31
  • 16 Uranium Rock 2:28
  • 17 Good Taste (live) 3:31

Release Date

January 1, 1983

Genre

garage punk, gothabilly, post-punk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

52 min 4 sec