The All-American Rejects – Self-Titled [Colored LP & 7″ Single]

Description

The Oklahoma quartet’s platinum-certified debut The All-American Rejects originally arrived on October 15, 2002, via Doghouse Records before receiving a major label re-release through DreamWorks Records in February 2003. This special 20th anniversary edition features 140g colored vinyl plus a bonus coke bottle clear 7″ single that includes “The Cigarette Song (Acoustic Version)” and “Don’t Leave Me (Demo).” The album reached number 25 on the Billboard 200 and earned RIAA platinum certification, establishing The All-American Rejects as a defining voice in early 2000s alternative rock and emo-pop.

The band’s signature blend of heartfelt vulnerability and anthemic rock sensibilities shines throughout this collection of emotionally charged tracks. “Swing, Swing” peaked at No. 60 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 8 on the Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart, while the album’s opening track “My Paper Heart” was later released as a promotional single and “Time Stands Still” served as the third single. Tyson Ritter’s distinctive vocals and Nick Wheeler’s melodic guitar work create the perfect foundation for songs that balance raw emotion with irresistible hooks.

This anniversary pressing delivers the album’s dynamic range with enhanced warmth and clarity, allowing every guitar layer and vocal nuance to resonate with full impact. The colored vinyl format showcases the meticulous production work originally handled by Tim O’Heir, while the bonus 7″ single provides rare acoustic and demo material for dedicated collectors. This comprehensive package represents the ultimate way to experience the album that launched The All-American Rejects into the mainstream.

• Format: Colored Vinyl LP + 7″ Single
• Standout tracks: “Swing, Swing,” “My Paper Heart,” “Time Stands Still”
• Pressing details: 140g ghostly green colored vinyl LP plus coke bottle clear 7″ with bonus tracks
• Genre/style: Pop Rock, Emo-Pop, Alternative Rock, Post-Hardcore
• UPC: 602567006886

This deluxe reissue captures the raw emotion and infectious energy that made The All-American Rejects essential listening for a generation of rock fans.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. My Paper Heart
2. Your Star
3. Swing, Swing
4. Time Stands Still
5. One More Sad Song
6. Why Worry

Side B:

1. Don’t Leave Me
2. Too Far Gone
3. Drive Away
4. Happy Endings
5. The Last Song

Side C:

1. The Cigarette Song (Acoustic)

Side D:

1. Dont Leave Me (Demo)