One of the most iconic parts of the ‘90s was the revolution of the pop punk genre. With the revival of ‘90s culture in full swing this year, it is only fitting that the music is reviving with it, and one of the most obvious signs of this rebirth comes with “Revolution Radio,” the 12th studio album from punk group Green Day.

While the band was formed in 1986, they did not release their first album “Dookie,” notable for the songs “Basket Case” and “She,” until 1994.Following the success of “Dookie,” the band released a string of albums, including the politically charged “American Idiot” in 2004 and “21st Century Breakdown” in 2009.

After the release of the 2009 album, Green Day lulled in radio play. Though they released a trio of albums in 2012 entitled “¡Uno!,” “¡Dos!” and “¡Tre!,” none of the songs hit big in radio play, but, this August, the band dropped its new single “Bang Bang” and announced they would return to the music scene with “Radio Revolution.”

Fans did not know what to expect from the release. Nevertheless, the fan base rallied in excitement over the announcement. For Ethan Hernandez (10), a fan of the group for several years, it was exciting to see one of his favorite bands back in the mainstream.

“They’ve been absent for a while, and they’re coming back with a sound that can appeal to everyone,” Hernandez said.

The sounds present on the album vary from what people have come to expect from the group. Though tracks like “Bang Bang” still emulate the classic guitar riffs from the “American Idiot” era, certain tracks like “Somewhere Now” open with a gentle acoustic intro before transitioning to the powerhouse guitar and drums that the group is so known for. This album keeps the quintessential Green Day vibe in one key aspect: political unrest. It is no secret that the band takes inspiration from the political environment they find themselves in at the time. The inspiration for “American Idiot” came from the 9/11 attack and the effects it had on America as a whole, focusing mainly on the paranoia that was instilled because of the attack. Now, in an America dominated by the 2016 election and unrest from both parties and the American people, it seemed fitting that the group make their comeback.

In times of unrest, people turn to music that challenges the norm, and for Green Day, this can bring a whole new generation of fans. For fans like Hernandez, hard times can mean a whole new set of music from a group they admire.

“They’ve really made their mark on music, and I hope they keep doing that and inspire new bands while they do so,” Hernandez said.