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Classic Review: Thought Riot- Shattered Mirror Syndrome

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In 2002 my unquestionably favorite album of youth crew hard core dropped. Thought Riot was a fuckin bomb blast out of Modesto, CA. The beat way I can describe their sound is a perfect blend of the best elements of AFI, Straght Edge Hard Core and Anti-Flag. The album Shattered Mirror Syndrome was another amazing gem from A-F Records. My 2 top tracks are Save The Humans (a call out of the manifest destiny our species has propagated over every aspect of the planet) and Sign Of The Times (a questioning of those who get into sXe hXc because it’s … Continue reading Classic Review: Thought Riot- Shattered Mirror Syndrome

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2 Minute Minor Review

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About 2 weeks ago I came across this band. Checked em out and pre-ordered the latest release Blood On Our Front Stoop. It’s a friggin great album! Reminds me of 90’s hard core like H2O and Good Riddance. The vocals sound like a cross between Against All Authority and Agnostic Front which is just awesome! They blend that with SHARP skin and bam, you’ve got this awesome sound straight outta Chicago. Also throw in a preference for sparkling water and a love of hockey. This album is solid from front to back. So join the Anti-Racist Goon Crew and get … Continue reading 2 Minute Minor Review

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Straight Edge Punk Legends Minor Threat

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Looking At Minor Threat Minor Threat was the straight edge, hardcore punk band from Washington, D.C. Led by vocalist Ian MacKaye, the band was staunchly independent and fiercely sober. Through their songs, the group rejected drugs and alcohol, espoused anti-establishment politics, and led a call for self-awareness. Every song was fast and sharp, with song a minute or shorter. Over a three year period, Minor Threat released two EPs, one album, and several singles, all of which were popular in the American punk rock underground. Their records and concerts helped spawn straight-edge, an American punk rock lifestyle based on the … Continue reading Straight Edge Punk Legends Minor Threat

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Common Punk Rock Ideologies And Philosophies

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The Punk Rock Lifesgtyle The Most Common ideologies and philosophies within the punk subculture. Punk ideologies are a group of varied social and political beliefs associated with the punk subculture. In its original incarnation, the punk subculture was primarily concerned with concepts such as rebellion, anti-authoritarianism, individualism, free thought and discontent. Punk ideologies are usually expressed through punk rock music, punk literature, spoken word recordings, punk fashion, or punk visual art. Some punks have participated in direct action, such as protests, boycotts, squatting, vandalism, or property destruction. Punk fashion was originally an expression of nonconformity, as well as opposition to … Continue reading Common Punk Rock Ideologies And Philosophies