Complete List of Alien Ant Farm Albums And Discography

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Alien Ant Farm was formed in Riverside, California, in 1996. The band’s original lineup consisted of Dryden Mitchell (vocals), Terry Corso (guitar), Tye Zamora (bass), and Mike Cosgrove (drums). Known for their energetic and inventive approach to alternative rock and nu-metal, Alien Ant Farm gained widespread attention in the early 2000s. The band has released five studio albums: “Greatest Hits” (1999), “ANThology” (2001), “Truant” (2003), “Up in the Attic” (2006), and “Always and Forever” (2015).

Alien Ant Farm’s commercial breakthrough came with their cover of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal,” featured on their second album “ANThology.” This cover was a significant hit, reaching number 1 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100. The success of “Smooth Criminal” helped “ANThology” achieve platinum certification in the United States.

ALIEN ANT FARM STUDIO ALBUMS

Greatest Hits

Released 1999

It’s funny that a band named their debut album Greatest Hits. This album introduced the band’s unique blend of alternative rock and nu-metal to a wider audience. While it did not achieve the same level of commercial success as their later albums, it is an important part of their discography, showcasing the band’s early sound and style.

The band lineup on this album included Dryden Mitchell on lead vocals, Terry Corso on guitar, Tye Zamora on bass, and Mike Cosgrove on drums. The album was produced by Jay Baumgardner and recorded at NRG Recording Studios in North Hollywood, California.

CD Track Listings

1 These Days 3:50
2 Pink Tea 4:09
3 Movies 3:25
4 Dole Roll 2:21
5 Denigrate 4:18
6 Solution Time 4:22
7 S.S. Recognize 3:51
8 Nova Hands 4:55
9 Universe 5:36
10 Slick Thief

Anthology

ANThology

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Released 2001

Anthology, also known as ANThology, is Alien Ant Farm’s second studio album. It marked a major breakthrough for the band, both commercially and artistically. The album is best known for the cover of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal,” which became a massive hit. The album’s blend of hard rock, punk, and alternative influences, along with catchy melodies, resonated with a wide audience.

The band’s lineup for this album included Dryden Mitchell on vocals, Terry Corso on guitar, Tye Zamora on bass, and Mike Cosgrove on drums. Anthology was produced by Jay Baumgardner and recorded at NRG Recording Studios in North Hollywood, California, throughout late 2000 to early 2001.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Courage” – 3:30
2. “Movies” – 3:15
3. “Flesh and Bone” – 4:28
4. “Whisper” – 3:25
5. “Summer” – 4:15
6. “Sticks and Stones” – 3:16
7. “Attitude” – 4:54
8. “Stranded” – 3:57
9. “Wish” – 3:21
10. “Calico” – 4:10
11. “Happy Death Day” – 4:33
12. “Smooth Criminal” – 3:29
13. “Universe” – 9:07

Truant

Released 2003

Truant, also known as truANT, is the third studio album by Alien Ant Farm. This album saw the band experimenting more with their sound, incorporating a wider range of musical styles. The album featured the regular lineup of Dryden Mitchell, Terry Corso, Tye Zamora, and Mike Cosgrove. Truant was produced by Dean DeLeo and Robert DeLeo of Stone Temple Pilots fame and was recorded at various studios, including Pulse Recording in Los Angeles, California, between late 2002 and early 2003.

CD Track Listings:

1. “1000 Days” – 3:08
2. “Drifting Apart” – 2:55
3. “Quiet” – 3:00
4. “Glow” – 3:17
5. “These Days” – 3:06
6. “Sarah Wynn” – 3:24
7. “Never Meant” – 3:06
8. “Goodbye” – 4:07
9. “Tia Lupé” – 4:01
10. “Rubber Mallet” – 3:18
11. “S.S. Recognize” – 3:49
12. “Hope” – 3:40

Up in the Attic

Released 2006

Up in the Attic is the fourth studio album by Alien Ant Farm. This album marked a return to the band’s earlier, more raw sound, and was met with positive reviews from fans. The album’s lyrical content is introspective, and the music features a mix of hard rock and melodic elements. The lineup for this album remained consistent with Dryden Mitchell, Terry Corso, Tye Zamora, and Mike Cosgrove. Up in the Attic was recorded at various locations, with the main sessions taking place at Pulse Recording in Los Angeles, California, during 2005.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Bad Morning” – 3:39
2. “Forgive & Forget” – 3:30
3. “What I Feel Is Mine” – 2:59
4. “It Could Happen” – 3:53
5. “Around the Block” – 3:17
6. “San Sebastian” – 3:05
7. “Lord Knows” – 3:07
8. “Getting Closer” – 3:48
9. “Crickets” – 3:10
10. “Supreme Lifestyle” – 3:56
11. “Consti2tion” – 3:17
12. “State of Emergency” – 3:29
13. “Sleepwalker” – 3:04
14. “She’s Only Evil” – 4:12

Always and Forever

Released 2015

Always and Forever is the fifth studio album by Alien Ant Farm. This album showcases the band’s evolution, featuring a blend of alternative rock, punk, and electronic elements.  This album features Dryden Mitchell on vocals, Terry Corso on guitar, Tye Zamora on bass, and Mike Cosgrove on drums.

CD Track Listings:

1. “Yellow Pages” – 3:41
2. “Simulator” – 2:59
3. “Let ‘Em Know” – 3:43
4. “Our Time” – 2:59
5. “Homage” – 3:57
6. “Sidelines” – 3:31
7. “Little Things” – 3:25
8. “Crazy Love” – 3:37
9. “American Pie” – 3:28
10. “Godlike” – 4:13
11. “Better Weather” – 3:08
12. “Dirty Bomb” – 3:45

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1. “Smooth Criminal” – 3:29
2. “Movies” – 3:15
3. “These Days” – 3:07
4. “Glow” – 3:17
5. “Drifting Apart” – 2:55
6. “Attitude” – 4:55
7. “Stranded” – 3:57
8. “Wish” – 3:21
9. “Calico” – 4:10
10. “Forgive & Forget” – 2:59
11. “Around the Block” – 3:17
12. “Goodbye” – 4:07

ALIEN ANT FARM LIVE ALBUMS

Live In Germany

Released 2009

1 Courage
2 Summer
3 Sticks And Stones
4 Stranded
5 Whisper
6 Calico
7 Attitude
8 Movies
9 Bug Bytes
10 SS Recognize
11 Wish
12 Smooth Criminal