The Hit List is the sixth album by the San Diego–based rock band Unwritten Law, released on January 2, 2007, by Abydos Records. It is a "best of" album that includes 3 songs from their 2005 album Here's to the Mourning, new studio recordings of 14 songs from their earlier albums, and the new songs "Shoulda Known Better" and "Welcome to Oblivion." The earlier songs were all re-recorded by the current lineup of the band, and some differ significantly from the original recordings, reflecting changes in the band's lineup and musical style over the years.
This was the last release by the band to feature drummer Tony Palermo, who left in March 2008 to join Papa Roach.
Track listing
Personnel Band Scott Russo – lead vocals, rhythm guitar Steve Morris – lead guitar, backing vocals Pat "PK" Kim – bass guitar, backing vocals Tony Palermo – drums
Additional musicians Mickey Avalon – backing vocals on "Shoulda Known Better", lead vocals on "Shoulda Known Better" (Mickey Avalon version) Rob Brewer – rhythm guitar on tracks 2, 4 & 5 Adrian Young – drums on "Celebration Song"
Production Sean Bevan – producer, recording engineer (tracks 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, and 20), mix engineer Josh Abraham – producer of "Celebration Song" (with Beavan) Linda Perry – producer of "Save Me (Wake Up Call)" (with Beavan) Critter and Zach Barnhorst – recording engineers (tracks 2, 4, and 5) Chris Baseford and Scott Humphrey – recording engineers (tracks 3, 6, and 8–19) Greg Collins – additional recording on "Welcome to Oblivion" Tom Lord-Alge – mixing of "Shoulda Known Better" Brian Gardner – mastering
Artwork Pat Kim and Bonifacio – artwork and design
Chart positions YearChartPosition2007Billboard 2001842007Top Independent Albums5
+Chart performance for The Hit List Chart (2007) PeakpositionIndependent Albums (Billboard)5
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