Vinyl LP pressing. Originally released in 1996, The Return of the Aquabats marks the debut of The Aquabats!, establishing their unique musical style, signature look, and chaotic attitude. A ska-centric explosion, the album also takes it's cues from the Orange County surf, new wave, and punk scenes that shaped the identities of the band's members. Nostalgia, science fiction, and a heavy dose of sarcasm set the tone for the future of the world's greatest group of punk rock superheroes.