Sticks & Stones
The Strife and Times
Track Listing
1. Society’s Pressure 2:15 2. Black-White 3:07 3. Common Cause 2:09 4. Best Excuse 2:26 5. Saved 1:50 6. Less Than Free 4:23 7. Contempt 2:49 8. Reason to Care 2:50 9. NC02 Death 1:57 10. Moon Over Marin 3:00 11. Along the Way 3:21 12. Story 2:29 13. Means 2:02 14. Rouge 3:52 15. Blindness 2:10 16. Atlantic City 3:43 17. Dreaming (live) 2:30 18. Thin White Line (live) 3:00 19. Home (demo) 3:40Historical Archive
The Strife and Times is characterized by its fusion of punk rock energy with melodic undertones, showcasing the band's evolution and emotional depth. The album explores themes of personal struggle, resilience, and social commentary, resonating with a broad audience and solidifying Sticks & Stones' place in the alternative music scene of the late 1980s and early 1990s. The sound is marked by gritty guitar riffs, dynamic drumming, and introspective lyrics, which have left a lasting impact on fans and influenced a generation of musicians.