Rad Girlfriend Records

The Raging Nathans return with Bad Timing: Sordid Youth Vol. 3, the third installment in their ongoing archival series that compiles material recorded outside of their standard full-length albums. Following the blueprint of the first two volumes, this release gathers together singles, b-sides, compilation tracks, and unreleased recordings, but presents them in a way that functions more as a complete album than a simple collection of odds and ends. Sequenced with intention, the songs fit together seamlessly, documenting a period of the band’s output that might otherwise be overlooked.

The Raging Nathans have built a reputation for their prolific catalog and consistent touring, and the Sordid Youth series serves as both an introduction for new listeners and a resource for long-time fans looking for a full picture of the band’s work. The band consolidates tracks that have been scattered across hard-to-find 7-inches and limited releases, providing context to their growth and continuity as songwriters.

Bad Timing: Sordid Youth Vol. 3 highlights the band’s ability to maintain a clear identity across different recording sessions and releases, capturing the same energy and approach that defines their full-lengths. The result is a record that can be played front-to-back without feeling disjointed, offering a sense of cohesion often missing from collections of this type.

As with the previous entries, the visual side of the release is handled with care. Artwork is once again created by Eric Baskauskas, whose distinct style has become closely associated with the Sordid Youth series and helps tie the volumes together as a unified body of work.

For fans of The Raging Nathans, Bad Timing: Sordid Youth Vol. 3 not only fills in the gaps but stands on its own as an essential addition to the discography. It underscores the band’s commitment to documenting every stage of their history and making their material accessible, while also demonstrating how their so-called “extras” function as a strong record in their own right.

Released as a joint effort between Rad Girlfriend Records and Brassneck Records.