Blink-182 has dropped two new singles, "All In My Head" and "No Fun," which will be featured on their upcoming album, One More Time… Part 2. These tracks stay true to the band's signature sound, echoing the familiar sonic and stylistic vibes that long-time fans will recognize.

"All In My Head" reflects on life on tour, while "No Fun" delves into the dullness of adulthood, with a touch of generational commentary as the band sings about how "everybody is bored." The songs are a bit more explicit, both in language and tone, sounding more mature and musically confident. It's evident that years of experience as a professional touring band have polished their craft.

If you're anything like me, you probably have fond memories of blasting "All The Small Things" on an mp3 player or during the early days of YouTube. And let's be honest—I might have played it just last week! If you enjoyed their classic tracks from Enema Of The State, there's a good chance you'll find something to like in these new releases too.

I'm no expert on their entire repertoire or punk in general, so I'm curious to see how die-hard fans react to these tracks. It's fascinating how many of these OG bands have managed to sustain their careers, thriving on the success of their early albums. It makes me wonder—who is the Blink-182 of today? Not just in terms of sound, but in following a similar career trajectory. Maybe the music landscape has changed too much to make that comparison.

Regardless, Blink-182 still excels at what they do best: delivering solid guitar, drums, bass, and vocals. What more could you need? There are some cool riffs in these tracks, like the intro riff of "All In My Head." It's challenging to create standout songs in this genre, balancing originality without straying too far from the expected boundaries. Blink-182 has mastered this balance—or perhaps they set the standard in the first place.

It's surprising to see pop-punk making a comeback—or maybe it never really left. I'm not sure how I feel about it, but I’m listening with curiosity. I’d love for you to give these tracks a listen

Author: Peter Källman

Peter Källman is a writer from Sweden who loves playing in bands, writing reviews and going to live shows!