Back for the Attack

Impossibles | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (March 10, 1998)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Fueled By Ramen
• ASIN: B000006CFD
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #544,342 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Plan B

2. Face-First!

3. Back For The Attack!

4. Widowmaker

5. Frances

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Impossibles pull out an energetic ska, punk, rock, ep., June 14, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Back for the Attack (Audio CD)

The Impossibles have pulled out an explosive ep worthy of more praise than I can even begin to write here. Their fast ska rythms, and ultra-smooth vocals are unmatchable, while their punching distortion and belted lyrics are unstoppable. This is quite possibly one of the best EP's I've ever heard. One tasty treat on this disc, is a version of Widowmaker picked up with more gang vocals then you will find on "Back for The Attack". The pure energy of the catchy tunes on this track will make it a regular in your CD player. I HIGHLY recommend it.

4.0 out of 5 stars the impossibles-back for the attack, August 23, 2007

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Joey Cobra "Joey" (Jamestown, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Back for the Attack (Audio CD)

the impossibles really hit that 97-98 ska sound with this 5 song ep. but its not that usual cookie cutter ska that we all have become so accustomed to. it has a different sound, with some harder, heavier moments, and some really catchy choruses. if you want a great, short cd that gives you a taste of what the impossibles really stood for before the year 2000, this ep is for you. there are some great songs that will definatly give your stereo a run for its money. the first song, Plan B, is possibly the best song that the Impossibles have ever written. actually, it could be one of the best ska songs to come out of that era. if youre a fan of the more recent material, such as songs from Return, or stuff after 2000, you probably wont like this, but its good to get to know where the band's true roots came from. either way, this ep is definatly worth your money, if your a fan of the impossibles, or just a fan of ska in general.

5.0 out of 5 stars Damn..., May 14, 2007

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Thomas Harding "skull_leader_13" (murfreesboro, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Back for the Attack (Audio CD)

EPs can be hit or miss alot of times. From bands wanting experiment with new styles and themes all the way down to just piss poor recording quality and hastily thrown together songs, buying a release under 7 tracks can be an adventure that often leaves one thinking "thank god that didn't cost more than 5 dollars." The Impossibles however deliver a winner with "Back 4 the Attack!" With catchy lines, crystal clear vocals, and stunning harmonies, all layed over sharp musican ship and good recording quality, this EP is a jem in Fuled by Ramen's incredbly lackluster and dull cataloge of musical mediocrity. The EP, which lasts just over 10 minutes, Is catchy enough that it can stay in heavy rotation on your stereo for a week and not get tireing. If there is a weak track out of the five, its it probably "Face First!" or "frances" which are less rolicking and slower than the other three tracks. Both are still solid cuts, but they dont reach out and grab you like the others(except for the hook in "face first"). I personaly feel the strongest track is "Plan B." It stands out as the opening track on the CD, and definatly showcases the band's sound. If you enjoy ska-punk or pop punk, you need to shell out the money for this one. this band is not to be confused with Thee Impossibles.