The Offspring - Smash

It was over 20 years ago, but if my memory is correct, I've seen The Offspring in concert twice. Needless to say, Smash is one of my favorite albums. On my streaming service (which is Tidal at the moment) it was already added to my list of favorite albums long before I wrote this review. According to last.fm, I've listened to this album almost 350 times.

This album is their breakthrough album into worldwide popularity. The song Come Out and Play reached #1 on the charts and received extensive radio airplay. It's likely, therefore, that I heard that song and the other big hit off the album, Self Esteem, on the radio when this album came out. However, I admit that I didn't really get into the band until I was in college.

I recommend this album very highly, especially if you're in the mood for some high energy punk rock. I recommend memorizing the string of curses in the bridge of Bad Habit; it's useful when you want to let off some steam.