The Offspring Discography -

However, it was their second album, Ignition (1992), that signaled the band was destined for something greater. Also produced by Thom Wilson, Ignition is often cited by die-hard fans as the band’s "punk peak." The production is cleaner, but the attitude remains ferocious. The songwriting had matured exponentially. Tracks like "Session" and "Kick Him When He's Down" displayed a technical proficiency and melodic sensibility that bridged the gap between hardcore punk and the emerging melodic punk sound of Epitaph Records (where they would soon sign).

In 1994, Smash became a cultural phenomenon, eventually becoming the best-selling independent album of all time with over 11 million copies sold. It served as a gateway into punk for a generation. the offspring discography