Album lore

Time Is The Distance, issued by Epitaph in 2001, captures the Deviates amid the early aughts skate punk surge. Over fourteen tracks, including “Come With Me” and “Right Back To You,” the band blends melodic hardcore's urgency with ska punk’s rhythmic bounce. The record’s lean runtime and brisk tempos reflect a scene attuned to both speed and melody, with an emphasis on tight, hook-driven arrangements.Though the Deviates never attained widespread acclaim, the record’s resonance within punk circles is evident in its steady listenership—over 234,000 Last.fm scrobbles attest to its enduring appeal. Time Is The Distance stands as a snapshot of punk’s turn-of-the-century crossroads, where skate punk’s raw edge met melodic refinement under the auspices of a label known for its commitment to underground voices.

Album lore

Time Is The Distance, issued by Epitaph in 2001, captures the Deviates amid the early aughts skate punk surge. Over fourteen tracks, including “Come With Me” and “Right Back To You,” the band blends melodic hardcore's urgency with ska punk’s rhythmic bounce. The record’s lean runtime and brisk tempos reflect a scene attuned to both speed and melody, with an emphasis on tight, hook-driven arrangements.Though the Deviates never attained widespread acclaim, the record’s resonance within punk circles is evident in its steady listenership—over 234,000 Last.fm scrobbles attest to its enduring appeal. Time Is The Distance stands as a snapshot of punk’s turn-of-the-century crossroads, where skate punk’s raw edge met melodic refinement under the auspices of a label known for its commitment to underground voices.