Jawbreaker's 24 Hour Revenge Therapy

24 Hour Revenge Therapy is a beloved classic among fans of intelligent, committed, literary punk music and poetry, and is now a rite of passage and a beloved classic. It is an extended tribute in the spirit of Nicholson Baker's U & I, offering a quizzical look back to the toxic authenticity battles of the decade and asking whether we are enriched or impoverished by the debate becoming obsolete.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 232 pages
\n Publication date: 19 April 2018
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
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Twenty-five years have passed since Jawbreaker's 24 Hour Revenge Therapy (1993-94) was released, and it remains a rare album that has retained its original loyalty, affection, and reverence. In fact, today, the cult of Jawbreaker, as they describe themselves, the small band that could but would prefer not to, has grown many times larger than it was during their disbandment in 1996. Like the best works of Fugazi, The Clash, and Operation Ivy, the album has now become a rite of passage and a beloved classic among fans of intelligent, committed, literary punk music and poetry. It is remarkable that, amidst a thousand other artists who came and went during the perplexing decade of the 1990s, Jawbreaker somehow managed to transcend the status of just another band. What is even more intriguing is why they continue to hold such significant meaning for so many people today. Furthermore, how did it come to pass that, two years after releasing their masterpiece, the band that was somehow more than just a band to its fans, closer to equipment for living, was no longer?

Ronen Givony's 24 Hour Revenge Therapy is an extended tribute in the spirit of Nicholson Baker's U & I, a passionate, highly personal, and occasionally obsessive study of one of the great confessional rock albums of the 90s. At the same time, it offers a quizzical look back to the toxic authenticity battles of the decade, ponders what happened to the question of selling out, and asks whether we today are enriched or impoverished by the debate becoming obsolete.

Jawbreaker's 24 Hour Revenge Therapy is a testament to the enduring power of music and the lasting impact of artists who create works that resonate with their audience. It is a reminder that even in the face of change and adversity, the human spirit can find solace and meaning in the art that surrounds us. The album's enduring popularity and significance serve as a reminder that music has the power to connect people, bridge gaps, and inspire change. It is a testament to the enduring legacy of Jawbreaker and the impact that their music has had on the world of punk and beyond.

\n Weight: 216g\n
Dimension: 122 x 164 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781501323096\n \n