On this episode of P is for Punk, I'm digging into Everything Sucks by the Descendents, the 1996 record that helped define what modern punk rock would sound like moving forward. After years of silence and lineup changes, the Descendents came roaring back with an album that blended their classic hyper-melodic punk sound with sharper production, tighter songwriting, and that same unmistakable mix of humor, frustration, and vulnerability.

I break down where the band was at leading up to Everything Sucks, what came before it, what followed, and why this album still matters in the punk world decades later. From its impact on late-90s punk and pop-punk to standout tracks and lyrical themes, this episode looks at how Everything Sucks reintroduced the Descendents to a new generation while staying true to their roots.

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If you love fast songs, catchy hooks, and punk rock honesty, this one's for you.