Say Anything – In Defense Of The Genre (2LP)

Say Anything – In Defense Of The Genre

Released in 2007, In Defense Of The Genre is the ambitious third studio album from Say Anything and a defining release in the band's catalog. Spanning two LPs, the album finds Max Bemis expanding the band's signature blend of emo, punk, indie rock, and pop into a more mature and dynamic collection of songs. Featuring an impressive lineup of guest appearances from artists across the alternative music scene—including Gerard Way, Hayley Williams, Matt Skiba, Adam Lazzara, and Aaron Gillespie—the album balances infectious hooks with deeply personal lyrics and experimental songwriting. This numbered edition is pressed on 180-gram audiophile vinyl and includes a gatefold sleeve, a four-page booklet, and exclusive cover art by Bone creator Jeff Smith.

Track Listing:

Side A

1. Skinny, Mean Mean

2. No Soul

3. That Is Why

4. Surgically Removing The Tracking Device

5. This Is F***ing Ecstasy

6. The Church Channel

7. Shiksa (Girlfriend)

Side B

1. Baby Girl, I'm A Blur

2. Retarded In Love

3. People Like You Are Why People Like Me Exist

4. Died A Jew

5. An Insult To The Dead

6. Sorry, Dudes. My Bad.

7. Spay Me

Side C

1. In Defense Of The Genre

2. The Truth Is, You Should Lie With Me

3. The World You Wield

4. Vexed

5. About Falling

6. You're The Wanker, If Anyone Is

7. Spores

Side D

1. We Killed It

2. Have At Thee!

3. Hangover Song

4. Goodbye Young Tutor, You've Now Outgrown Me

5. I Used To Have A Heart

6. Plea

Essential for fans of Taking Back Sunday, Brand New, Motion City Soundtrack, My Chemical Romance, and emotionally charged alternative rock.

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