Australian band Amyl and the Sniffers has had a steady rise to punk rock stardom since their debut LP in 2019. Their most recent release was Cartoon Darkness in 2024, which saw them hosting global gigs and earning praise from the likes of Billy Corgan and Karen O.

The four-piece—vocalist Amy Taylor, drummer Bryce Wilson, guitarist Declan Mehrtens, and bassist Gus Romer—has grit, heart, attitude, and, generally, a bone to pick. They also have great taste, demonstrating their music knowledge in a 2024 interview with The Guardian.

In a series of questions answered by Declan Mehrtens, the band shared the songs that represent all their personal nuances of life. This included the best year in music. A lofty question, and Mehrtens not only answered but showed his work.

“1980,” said Mehrtens wi

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