Various - Its A Punk Thing You Wouldnt Understand

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Review by Kristian Matthews

Album Review: It’s A Punk Thing You Wouldn’t Understand Alright, let’s talk about this wild ride of an album. Released in 1993 by Shakefork Records, It’s A Punk Thing You Wouldn’t Understand is one of those raw, unfiltered snapshots of the emo and punk scenes that feels like it was made just for misfits who didn’t fit anywhere else. And yeah, the title says it all—this isn’t for everyone. If you’re not into chaotic guitar riffs, angsty lyrics, or tracks that feel like they were recorded in someone’s garage (in the best way possible), then maybe don’t hit play. But if you are? Buckle up. The album kicks off with “Complex,” and honestly, it’s hard to forget. It starts with this jittery guitar riff that sounds like your brain on caffeine overload. The vocals come in all scratchy and desperate, like the singer’s trying to explain something super important but can’t quite get the words out right. By the time the chorus hits, you’re either headbanging or wondering what planet this came from. Either way, it sticks with you. There’s something so real about how messy it feels—it doesn’t try too hard to be perfect, and that’s exactly why it works. Then there’s “Talk.” Oh man, this track slaps. It’s got this driving rhythm that makes you wanna grab a mic (or a hairbrush) and scream along. The lyrics are kinda cryptic, talking about secrets and lies or whatever, but it’s more about the energy than the meaning. Halfway through, there’s this breakdown that feels like the musical equivalent of throwing a chair across the room. It’s cathartic as hell, and I swear, every time I hear it, I end up shouting louder than I meant to. Other tracks like “Scary Kids Scaring Kids” and “Let’s Hear It For Love” keep the vibe going strong, mixing punk grit with emo heartache. Even quieter moments like “Celena” have this haunting quality that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. And props to Cyrus/No Radio Productions for the cover art—it’s simple, but it fits the whole DIY aesthetic perfectly. What makes this album stand out isn’t just its sound; it’s the attitude. This was 1993, remember? Grunge was ruling the airwaves, and here comes this little underground gem saying, “Nah, we’re doing our own thing.” Sure, some songs feel rough around the edges, but that’s part of the charm. It’s like finding a mixtape at a thrift store—you don’t know where it came from, but once you press play, you can’t stop listening. So, would I recommend It’s A Punk Thing You Wouldn’t Understand? Absolutely. Just don’t go into it expecting polished production or radio-friendly hooks. This is music for people who want to feel something, even if that something is confusion or rage. Honestly, it’s kinda amazing how albums like this remind us that music doesn’t always need to make sense—it just needs to exist. And hey, fun fact: rumor has it the band members barely knew each other before recording this. Makes you wonder… maybe punk really is a thing most folks wouldn’t understand. Or maybe they just hadn’t met the right weirdos yet.

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Artist: Various
Album: Its A Punk Thing You Wouldnt Understand
Rating: 4.2

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Talk
Blu Zone
Celena
Milt
Lets Hear It For Love
Blank
Complex
Scary Kids Scaring Kids

Video

Celena - Screeching Weasel
Milt - Friction

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Catalog Numbers

# 9

Labels

Shakefork Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Compilation

Companies

RoleCompany
Recorded AtSonic Iguana Studios
Mastered AtMetropolis Mastering, Ltd

Credits

RoleCredit
CoverCyrus/No Radio Productions

Notes

  • Lyric sheet included.
  • Screeching Weasel's "Celena" is spelled "Celina" on the back cover.
  • Cap'n Jazz's track is called "Scary Kids" on the back cover and "Scary Kids Scaring Kids" on the lyric sheet.
  • Many copies have the label's address crossed out with black marker. This was done after label owner Scott Broadhurst left Illinois for California.

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The 1993 punk rock album *It's A Punk Thing You Wouldn't Understand* by Various artists is a hidden gem from the '90s emo and punk scene. Released on Shakefork Records, it features tracks like "Complex" and "Blank," blending raw emotion with edgy guitar riffs. The cover art was created by Cyrus/No Radio Productions, adding a unique visual vibe to match the music. It’s a piece of underground US rock history!

Comments

surabhipanda
surabhipanda
2025-03-04
Celena is a bitch
misskaitlinann
misskaitlinann
2025-03-04
My Dad is the biggest screeching weasel fan. I should know I'm named after this song?
alexandru46
alexandru46
2025-03-03
Nice one mate. Like your username and like this song.
joselincorozo52
joselincorozo52
2025-03-02
these lyrics are way fucked up, haha. "maybe today's the day she'll leave"
erikmccord
erikmccord
2025-03-02
you're lyrics are a little wrong. and so are ALL of the internet lyric sites i could find. He's not that hard to understand, just put headphones on. "Celena's pregnant," not packing.(listen to the last two times he says it before saying "Celena's leavin, Celena's leavin' me". and the last line is "maybe today's the day she'll leave" , but good job on getting most of them right! (seriously) 'cause most of the lyrics on ALL the lyric sites say "Celena's brave " (??! doesnt even make sense with the song) and the last lyric is listed as "maybe today she'll drink seaweed"....even more WTF. among other wrong lyrics about the news report on TV, and they also make no sense. My name is Celina and this band and song were introduced to me at 11 (1995), still have the lyric sheet printed out from a website in 1995 with the correct words, stood outside of bars and shows and drunkenly/loudly sung this with people/had it sung to me correctly, and after 24 years of blaring this song in my ears, I'm 99.9% positive on the lyrics.
myetis
myetis
2025-03-02
My name is celina. I approve this song.
rhonsbrand
rhonsbrand
2025-03-02
:)
ildaqistina
ildaqistina
2025-03-01
Im steeling hearts
gustianwaruwu080218
gustianwaruwu080218
2025-02-28
rumoureveryday
rumoureveryday
2025-02-28
Wanna jimmys sad songs
myn73
myn73
2025-02-28
fuck you im punk
martinabattocchioaxl
martinabattocchioaxl
2025-02-27
I've ALWAYS loved this song since I heard it. But I always thought the end was "Maybe today someday Celine" over and over again. Boy was I wrong!
iccindonesia
iccindonesia
2025-02-27
eternaltrumpet is a dutch
laaauradz
laaauradz
2025-02-26
my name is celena
muekdumscandal
muekdumscandal
2025-02-25
she's going home to se her mom and think of ways to make me miserable!
cruziito85
cruziito85
2025-02-25
Holy shit, now I feel old.
TheCollab, thinking of ways to make me miserable.
hugoga9bd2498190
hugoga9bd2498190
2025-02-25
always welcome (:
cosmadine
cosmadine
2025-02-24
Awesome!!!! Thank you!
carlos849357
carlos849357
2025-02-23
greatest love song EVER
nivedha271998
nivedha271998
2025-02-22
Ah this has so many young memories tied to it, I first heard it off that comp (had the 12in Vinyl ). I later got Blurred In Six and listened to it all the way to Boston from Texas in 94!!! This music still holds a special place in my heart, thanks Bob for the memories because I started dating my wife at the same time and we are on year 19!!!