Social D's first album, "Mommy's Little Monster" brought them fame around L.A., as did their first tour with Youth Brigade as documented in the 1983 movie, Another State of Mind (1984). This album was followed by 1992's Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell, which debuted at number 76 on the Billboard 200 and featured the band's highest charting single "Bad Luck", which reached number 2 on the Modern Rock Tracks chart. In 1997, Social Distortion terminated their contract with Epic and decided to stay on TimeBomb Recordings, who reissued their first two albums and released the Mainliner compilation two years earlier. Social Distortion released their first Greatest Hits album in June 2007, containing re-recordings of pre-2004 material as well as an unreleased track called 'Far Behind'. Punk outfit has come under the increasing influence of American roots music since forming in the early 1980s. drummer Chuck Biscuits made his debut on the album, following the departure of Reece. The discography of Social Distortion, a Southern California-based punk rock band formed in 1978 by vocalist/guitarist and founder Mike Ness, contains seven studio albums, one extended play (EP), two compilation albums, two DVDs and twenty-four singles. Decade after decade, Social Distortion have remained a niche rock institution, with a rabid core fanbase and top-tier admirers. With Mike Ness producing her debut album, Gilded, and an upcoming support slot on their summer tour lined up, Jackson takes a moment to pick her all-time favourite moments from Social Distortion. Social Distortion Poshboy’s Little Monster RSD 2019 White Vinyl Limited to 500 $67.95 New Social Distortion Live at The Roxy LP Audio Vinyl Release June 29 2018 Read Full Biography. After releasing a handful of singles between 1980 and 1982, Social Distortion released their first studio album in 1983, titled Mommy's Little Monster. Danell died February 29, 2000 of an apparent brain aneurysm; the guitarist was just 38-years-old. Includes their most famous songs "Ball and Chain", "Story of My Life", and, of course, the cover on Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire". This would be the band's first recording with Harding. Decades ago, one of the Holy Grail's in punk music was Social Distortion’s 1983 album Mommy’s Little Monster released on Triple X Records. The quality of the vinyl is excellent, it comes with the original cover and a sheet with song lyrics. Social Distortion ‎– Somewhere Between Heaven And Hell. In the fall of 2000, Jonny Wickersham signed on as the group's new guitarist, and Charlie Quintana took over on drums from the often busy Biscuits. Five years elapsed before Social Distortion's next major release, Prison Bound. Social Distortion is the eponymous third studio album by the American punk rock band Social Distortion, released on March 27, 1990 through Epic Records, their first recording on that label. Live at the Roxy followed in 1998, and a year later Ness issued a pair of solo albums, Cheating at Solitaire and the covers collection Under the Influences. When they signed to Epic Records in 1989, their third album became a mainstream success. [September 2004] Lead singer of punk rock band Social Distortion, Mike Ness, just signed a deal with Concord Music Publishing that covers his solo work in addition to a new album by the band. Left to right: Jonny Wickersham, Brent Harding, Charlie Quintana, and Mike Ness. After the release of the White Light, White Heat, White Trash album, Social Distortion took another hiatus and Ness pursued a solo career and released two albums (Cheating at Solitaire and Under the Influences) in 1999. The album furthered the rockabilly, blues and country music experimentation of their previous album with songs like "Drug Train" and the radio hit "Ball and Chain". In September 2004, Social Distortion issued their long-awaited sixth album Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll, which was their second album to peak in the top 40 of the Billboard 200, at number 31. The discography of Social Distortion, a Southern California-based punk rock band formed in 1978 by vocalist/guitarist and founder Mike Ness, contains seven studio albums, one extended play (EP), two compilation albums, two DVDs and twenty-four singles. Social Distortion - Reach For The Sky from Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll. After extensive touring, the band went back into the studio in 2004 to record Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll. ∙ Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes, from 2011, was the group’s highest-charting album to date, reaching No. Social Distortion's Concert History. He started Social Distortion as a teen in 1978, and was promptly arrested at their first show for spitting in a cop's face. Out and about: Social Distortion, Sarah Sample, and Ryan Montbleau, "Social Distortion > Charts & Awards > Billboard Albums", "Chartverfolgung / Social Distortion / Longplay", Recording Industry Association of America, "Social Distortion Album & Song Chart History: Alternative Songs", "Social Distortion > Charts & Awards > Billboard Singles", "Chart Log UK: DJ S – The System of Life", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Social_Distortion_discography&oldid=953802377, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Released: July 18, 1995 (recorded in 1981), This page was last edited on 29 April 2020, at 03:34. Style: Punk, Alternative Rock. Their music was often described as a punk version of the Rolling Stones , and "Another State of Mind" was one of the few punk videos to air on MTV in 1984. Social Distortion is the eponymous third studio album by the American punk rock band of the same name, released on March 27, 1990 through Epic Records, their first recording on that label. The self-titled record Social Distortion turned out to be very strong and it was followed by another rememberable studio attempt Somewhere Between Heaven And Hell (1992). Punk outfit has come under the increasing influence of American roots music since forming in the early 1980s. At least for a while. Mommy’s Little Monster “Mommy’s Little Monster was the first album I listened to as a teen. 5:47. Another six years passed before Social D returned to recording. I ordered a vinyl here. Social Distortion’s discography was enlarged by the first album that was certified Gold in the USA in 1990. While the band still failed to break into the mainstream success at the time of its release, critical praise given to Prison Bound garnered attention from major labels, including Epic Records, with whom Social Distortion would eventually sign in 1989. After that, Ness went on a downward spiral of drugs and depravity. About the album Prison Bound was released in 1988, it was the second album by the Orange County band Social Distortion. Social Distortion-When the Angels Sing from White Light, White Heat, White Trash. The Creeps. In April 2009, Social Distortion announced that Quintana was leaving the band to explore other musical opportunities. The band currently consists of vocalist and guitarist Mike Ness, guitarist Jonny Wickersham, bassist Brent Harding and drummer David Hidalgo, Jr. Social Distortion in Germany in 2005. This would be the band's first recording with Harding. Their two first albums were not very successful. Find the latest tracks, albums, and images from Social Distortion. Social Distortion's most iconic album. The song Mommy’s Little Monster was one of my favourites. Social Distortion - 1945. Introducing Social Distortion X Madson Of America. When the group finally recorded its debut album, Mommy's Little Monster in 1983, the band consisted of Ness, Danell (now on guitar), bassist Brent Liles, and drummer Derek O'Brien. Social Distortion's first album is punk in the older vein - not hardcore like Black Flag, Circle Jerks or Fear musically but more akin to the early punk from NY or England. Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell became their most popular album to date, producing a minor radio hit in "Bad Luck" and keeping with their now-established blend of punk, blues, country, and rockabilly. Ness said he played his first show sober in 1985 when Social Distortion opened for English punk band 999 in Los Angeles. ∙ Frontman Mike Ness’ first solo album, 1999’s Cheating at Solitaire, featured appearances by Bruce Springsteen (“Misery Loves Company”) and Brian Setzer (“Crime Don’t Pay”). However, the band took four years to record a follow-up, as Ness descended into heroin addiction and self-consciously rebellious behavior. Inspired by the fertile L.A. punk scene, Ness formed the group in 1978 with drummer Casey Royer and brothers Frank (bass) and Rikk Agnew (guitar). 2:03. If you found s copy on vinyl or CD you pretty much had gold in your hands. punk band. 3:32. This album is Social Distortion’s first to feature guitarist Jonny Wickersham, following the death of original guitarist Dennis Danell in February 2000. The album's lead single, "Reach for the Sky", became another one of Social Distortion's biggest hits in the fall of 2004. Find Social Distortion … Four years elapsed before Social Distortion's next studio album, White Light, White Heat, White Trash, which peaked at #27 on the Billboard 200 in 1996, the band's highest chart position to date, and featured their only Billboard Hot 100 single "I Was Wrong". The album's opening track, "Reach for the Sky", was released in late 2004 and became one of Social Distortion's biggest hits. 2:04. Come celebrate 40 years of Social Distortion with us and our friends, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, The Distillers, Frank Turner, Eagles Of Death Metal and more! This album came five years after their last album, Mommy's Little Monster.During the five years without producing anything, Social Distortion was fighting with problem inside the band. They wrestled themselves free from the contract and signed with Time Bomb Recordings. Their self-titled 1990 effort included a cover of Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire" and returned the group to MTV via "Ball and Chain." The self-titled album that accompanied “Ring of Fire” proved that Social Distortion had become much more than an O.C. Social Distortion is a punk/alternative musical group. Year: 1991. Also during that time, a new drummer, Charlie Quintana, was hired. Featuring a fresh take on our “Skelly” logo the collection features two styles; ‘The Classico style’ and ‘The Strut style.’ A … Ness is the leader and only permanent member. Story of My Life” This iconic song, perhaps the band's best to date, begins with the classic sound of … Social Distortion released their seventh studio album, Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes, on January 18, 2011.[1]. This is their first studio recording since 1996's "White Light White Heat White Trash" and it marks their first album without longtime guitarist Dennis Dannell, who passed away in 2000. 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