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Punk · 2018

Down

The Offspring

A high-octane punk transformation of 311's rap-rock classic, trading laid-back grooves for blistering tempos and Dexter Holland's signature snarl.

July 19, 2018 · Time Bomb Recordings

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This single represents a fascinating collision of two distinct 90s alternative subcultures: the Huntington Beach skate punk of The Offspring and the Omaha-born reggae-rock of 311. By taking 'Down,' one of the most recognizable rap-rock hits of the decade, and filtering it through their signature high-speed lens, The Offspring create something that feels both deeply familiar and jarringly new. Gone is the relaxed, syncopated swing of the original's rhythm section. In its place is a relentless, driving punk beat that pushes the tempo into overdrive. It is a masterclass in how to adapt a song's DNA without losing its hook-driven soul.

Moments Worth Listening For
The transition from the iconic opening riff into a blistering double-time punk beat that discards the original's groove.
Dexter Holland's delivery of the 'chill, light a stick' line, which trades 311's laid-back flow for a frantic, melodic punk bark.
The bridge where the guitars thicken into a wall of sound, replacing the turntable scratches of the original with feedback and power chords.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Down sound next to the rest of The Offspring's catalogue?

Nostalgic+2.0σ

Nostalgic saturates this record far more than the artist's norm.

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