In the timeless words of the eloquent bard Ted Nugent, "If it's too loud, you're too old."

That simple, homespun philosophy handily defines The Loudness, a two-disc compilation of new and classic rock tracks united by one common element: Volume.

If it's loud 'n' proud, it's here, from retro-rock ear-bleeders like Nazareth's Hair of the Dog, Deep Purple's Woman from Tokyo and ZZ Top's Tush to contemporary contenders like The Darkness's I Believe in a Thing Called Love, Jet's Are You Gonna be My Girl and even hometown boys The Waking Eyes' Watch Your Money.

No, it isn't even close to complete -- but it is completely entertaining.

So put it on, crank it up, and screw your ears. Hey, you can always learn to read lips.