Description
Label: Jade Tree
Vinyl Release Date: 07/28/2023
Original Release Date: 05/10/1996
Variant: Vinyl 2LP
Unearth the sonic sorcery of 4am Friday, Avail's third studio album. A beacon in the history of punk, it’s an emblem of how tragedy can birth brilliance. It is not merely an album, but a cathartic tribute, named after the disheartening moment the band learned of Bob Baynor's demise - the heart of band Maximillian Colby. The poignant "F.C.A.", a tribute to Bob, is just one peak in this staggering mountain range of melodies.
Relive the '90s punk scene with this opus, originally released in 1996, on Lookout! Records, and resurrected in 2006 by Jade Tree Records. Each track is a testament to Avail's grit and dedication, their uncanny ability to spin despair into gold. Your playlist craves the raw authenticity of "Simple Song", a track so powerfully infectious it made its way to the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 skateboarding video game in 2002.
This reissue is not merely a retread but a reinvention, now augmented with the electrifying energy of the 15-songs set - Live at the Bottom of the Hill in San Francisco. This live recording, a time capsule from 1997, captures Avail at their zenith, a live wire sparking with an unforgettable, high-octane performance that defines Avail's legacy.
So, step into the Southern punk underground, immerse yourself in the sound of a bygone era. Let this remastered classic, complete with new liner notes, newly discovered photos, and revamped artwork, accompany you on your journey. Give in to the allure of 4am Friday, and let Avail’s raw dynamism reignite your punk spirit.
Tracklist:
1. Simple Song
2. Order
3. Tuesday
4. 92
5. McCarthy
6. (Ben)
7. Monroe Park
8. Armchair Side
9. Fix
10. Blue Ridge
11. Swing Low
12. F.C.A
13. Hang
14. Governer
15. Nameless Side
16. South Bound 95 (Live)
17. Stride (Live)
18. Order (Live)
19. Tuning (Live)
20. Fix (Live)
21. F.C.A. (Live)
22. Pinned Up (Live)
23. Nickle Bridge (Live)
24. Side D 1. Simple Song (Live)
25. Clone (Live)
26. Nameless (Live)
27. Scuffle Town (Live)
28. Blue Ridge (Live)
29. Virus (Live)
30. Model (Live)
