Sum 41: Bizzy D., Hot Chocolate (vocals, guitar); Cone (bass); Stevo 32 (drums).Before these pop-punkers made their way onto the album charts by way of 2001's ALL KILLER NO FILLER, they released the aptly entitled HALF HOUR OF POWER. Though this disc is occupied by the same post-GREEN DAY sound that would soon bring the band fame, HALF HOUR opens up with a satirical heavy metal instrumental, showcasing the sense of humor that's one of SUM 41's most valuable assets. The band's other assets, hummable melodies that ride atop a bed of churning guitars and pounding drums, and a seemingly inexhaustible supply of youthful energy, are present throughout this release. From "Machine Gun" to "Another Time Around," Sum 41 manages to be both pithy and powerful, leavening their punk attack with just the right amount of pop sweetness (well, relative sweetness anyway).

• Genre: Pop
• RSD Date: DDD
• Format: Vinyl
• Released: 11/17/2017