Happy Friday
the 13th! 2013 is wrapping up, and this might be the last full Grave
Mistake Webstore update for the year ... luckily it's a pretty damn good
one. First off, thanks to everyone who picked something up during our
Black Friday
sale a few weeks back! It went even better than expected, I had a blast
and was glad to see so many records get into good hands. Hopefully you
found something awesome to pick up. Most of the specials and package
deals are over, but there are still a ton of distro titles for cheap in
the Sale section so check those out if you didn't get the chance.
There isn't too much label news this week, only thing of note is
that the final GM release for the year will be available next week,
which is the COKE BUST "Confined" Collection CD. In addition to the
"Confined" 12", this CD also features the tracks from the "Degradation"
7", Vaccine split 7", and "Live on WMUC" 7" ... 28 tracks in all! I'll
have those available next Tuesday, and they will be at a nice price for the rest of the year.
I will also be doing some sort of Grave Mistake year end wrap up
next week as well, you might even see a "Best of 2013" list from me.
Brain F≠ "Empty Set" LP has been pushed to early next year of course as
we are finalizing the art - vinyl is pressed though, and hopefully these
will be shipping by Mid-January. A killer LP from one of my favorite
bands over the past few years, and a worthy follow up to 2011's
remarkable "Sleep Rough" LP.
In case you missed last week's update we've got some bands doing
cool things over the next few months, including COKE BUST, SECTARIAN
VIOLENCE, NIGHT BIRDS, and BIG EYES (who have about week left of their
current West Coast / Southwest tour). You can read that full update HERE.
Now, let's get down to the new webstore goods for the week!
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First on the list is the debut 7" from VA's MERCY KILLINGS on Beach
Impediment; featuring members of WASTED TIME, DIRECT CONTROL, and
SOCIALCIDE, the bar has been set pretty high for this band and they
definitely deliver on their first vinyl offering. This 7" smokes, the
song writing is top notch and Mark delivers a killer vocal performance,
showing that he hasn't missed a beat since Wasted Time called it a day.
If you only buy one more new 7" this year, I'd say make it this one.
Other new releases in the store included the devastating KOWARD 7", DOWN
BUT NOT OUT "Caught in the Cycle Demo"7", CONCRETE ASYLUM 7", second
BAD PEOPLE 7", the new AUTISTIC YOUTH LP, a few titles from SPHC (EXIT
HIPPIES / LOTUS FUCKER split LP, BOOM BOOM KID LP, and more), new
LIBYANS LP, and NO///SE 7".
Grabbed a small number of the final KREMLIN tape as well! KREMLIN
played their last show last month at Not Dead Yet, but luckily we were
able to get one final recording out of them! One of my favorite bands in
recent years, be sure to pick this up along with their 7" and LP if you
haven't yet.
Of course as I'm sure you have realized, I am a sucker for a good
reissue and there are a bunch of great ones in this update. I have
finally obtained some copies of both and ABUSED "LOUD AND CLEAR" LP and
THE HIGH AND MIGHTY "Crunch On" 7" reissues from Radio Raheem. I'm sure
you've been hearing the rave reviews on the impressive booklet and
packaging on this ABUSED reissue ... probably one of the best and most
comprehensive reissues to come out in recent years (oh and of course as
I'm sure you are aware, the music rips too). I also stocked up on a few
copies of the SACRILEGE (UK) "84-86 Demos" double LP that Havoc just
releases, and in true Havoc fashion, this double LP is the same cost (if
not cheaper) than most single LPs! So you really have no excuse to not
check this one out. I also picked up some essentials from BLITZ,
ABRASIVE WHEELS, and KURO as well.
In addition to the KREMLIN tape I grabbed a few other tapes as
well, including the HYDE demo (Brain Slug side Project), SPERM Demo, and
a few tapes from FERAL KID RECORDS including a PLATES Discography Tape,
AARON AND THE BURRS Demo, and PLEASURE LEFTISTS Discography tape.
Finally some restocks from RADIOACTIVITY, BAD SPORTS, CONFUSE, BLITZ, EXPLODING HEARTS, SHIPWRECKED, VANNA INGET, and More!
That's all for now, thanks for reading and have a GREAT weekend!!!
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NEW IN THE WEBSTORE FOR 12.12.13:
MERCY KILLINGS "S/T" 7" (BEACH IMPEDIMENT)
Beach Impediment is proud to close out 2013 with the debut EP by MERCY KILLINGS. Formed earlier in the year by a cadre of chaps who’d previously served time in DIRECT CONTROL, WASTED TIME, and a slew of other acts; the prime directive hasn’t changed much for the folks in question. There is still a strong desire to produce and execute punishing hardcore punk, the results of which are captured on this 6 song EP. This is harsh and ugly music for those with a matching demeanor and appearance. Each record comes in a felt based glue pocket sleeve adorned with full color art by Guillem Muro.
KOWARD "S/T" 7" (TOTAL FUCKER)
Raw, Uncompromising Hardcore Punk from Boston/PDX. Featuring members from the Scapegoat camp, Who Killed Spikey Jacket? and Terokal. Taking influence from Scandinavian HC, UKHC and Boston 82.
DOWN BUT NOT OUT "CAUGHT IN THE CYCLE" 7" (PAINKILLER)
One of Boston's true cult classics from the last decade, Down But Not Out emerged from the ether fully a formed hardcore power house in 1999. For a minute it seemed they might take over the world with their perfectly crafted and delivered 4 song demo, and crushing live performances. It wasn't meant to be in the end, but even 14 years later the initial promise of the Caught in the Cycle demo is still obvious, holding up far better than the majority of their peers when you listen now. Here we present it to you, mastered for the first time and pressed to 7" vinyl
HIGH AND MIGHTY, THE "CRUNCH ON" 7" (RADIO RAHEEM)
Radio Raheem proudly presents another slice of long-lost New York Hardcore, The High and The Mighty's 1984 "Crunch On" demo tape, available here for the first time on vinyl. Featuring ex- and future- members of Antidote and the infamous Mighty CO's, The High and The Mighty bust out eight tracks of pure early 80's New York Hardcore that kept fists and boots flying well into the wee hours at A7 and beyond. Comes housed in a 12-page booklet cover, containing many never-before-seen photos and flyers from the golden years of New York Hardcore. Limited to 500 copies.
CONCRETE ASYLUM "SOCIAL ANXIETY" 7" (BAD VIBRATIONS)
Concrete Asylum is a band from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Their record "Social Anxiety" has five tracks of fast, raw, crude, furious, and unique hardcore PUNK. Their noise is reminiscent of Rudimentary Peni, The Fix, Heresy or Jerrys Kids. But who cares! Just like punk itself, there is more to this unit than a list of old bands we all love. Recorded in 2012 and originally released as the band's second tape to high praises, this session is now mastered and released on vinyl, complete with jaw dropping double-sided 11x17 sleeve by artist and member Adam Kindred. MRR: "This is the epitome of fast and chaotic hardcore. This could have been generic and unmemorable, but instead it fucking rips! Interesting rhythm and vocal hooks and creative riffs are their strengths. It's their second demo and is recommended for fans of shit like Heresy and Electro Hippies."
BAD PEOPLE "MEAN TALKIN" 7" (FEEBLE MINDS)
No rest for the wicked, here's the sophomore effort from these Buffalo bad boys. Another batch of outsider hardcore, musical complaints and grievances, this time with a wider scope of influence. A bit darker, a bit dirtier, an unquestionable progression from the first 7" but just as stupid and fucked up. This is a split release with Ut and Feral Kid Records.
NO///SE "BEACH BLANKET BINGO" 7" (1859)
Two new songs from Ventura, California's purveyor's of fist-pumping power-punk, No///Sé -- just in time for their European tour!! Ex-Glass & Ashes, Young Livers - current Youth Brigade, Stop Breathing, split release with Different Kitchen in the UK, only 225 available in the US!
CHAOS CHANNEL "(MAGIC BULLET) THAT WORKS TO FEED THE PIG" 7" (SPHC)
You probably remember Chaos CH from their two classic 7"s on Overthrow Records, displaying a clear mastery of "noise punk" and becoming a textbook example for other bands to copy and take influence from. However, returning as CHAOSCHANNEL, they have moved beyond the boundaries and limitations of that terminology to create a uniquely new style of 'noise and dance'. And there's nothing we love more at SPHC than bands with their own unique sense of identity beyond genre exercising and copying. Chaos Channel - How You’d Never Been So High? (But Then You’d Never Needed To Be?) CD from 2010 is possibly the best noisy punk record of our times, a really fresh and exciting take on a style they already mastered years ago. And this 7" single continues with these ideas. A meticulous recording of super catchy riffs fit into a bizarre and chaotic sense of songwriting and arrangements, with No. 6's instantly recognizable vocals belting out lyrics that border between absurd nonsense and high-art genius. Overall a totally unique punk rock experience for pogo and flight.
ABUSED, THE "LOUD AND CLEAR" LP (RADIO RAHEEM)
In 1983, a foursome of self-released seven inch ep’s came out of the Lower East Side of Manhattan that heralded a new breed of hardcore punk for New York. Agnostic Front’s ‘United Blood’, Antidote’s ‘Thou Shall Not Kill’, Cause For Alarm’s self-titled release and The Abused’s ‘Loud and Clear’ all defined the sound and aesthetic of New York Hardcore for years to come with their sonic brutality and fervent lyrics. Since then, all of these records have been re-issued barring the latterly mentioned ‘Loud and Clear’. That is, until now. Radio Raheem proudly presents the first fully authorized re-issue of the ‘Loud and Clear’ ep. Pressed in the LP format, this 21-track collection is rounded out by the band’s 1982 demo and never before heard live material. Also included is a 24-page, full color booklet containing photos, lyrics and the band’s infamous show flyers drawn by their vocalist Kevin Crowley, as well as a sticker sheet of original Abused sticker designs. Finally, the most arcane and collectible piece of the early 80’s NYHC puzzle is available for both the tight pursed nerd and curious onlooker alike.
OUT COLD "A HEATED DISPLAY" LP (PAINKILLER)
The final recordings from Out Cold. These tracks were begun in 2005 shortly after the release of their "Goodbye Cruel World" LP, but after a long and tumultuous ride, were not finished until 2012. After the untimely passing of long-time singer Mark Sheehan, the master tapes fell to the wayside, presumed to be lost. The session was eventually rescued from the abyss by engineer David Minehan, and original frontman Kevin Mertens was brought in to lay down vocals. Half of the session's 28 tracks are represented here -- 14 songs, in a scant 20 minutes -- in the typical no-frills hardcore fashion that Out Cold perfected over their career. Produced by the legendary Daniel Rey (Ramones, Misfits, Richard Hell, etc).
SACRILEGE "IT'S TIME TO FACE THE REAPER: DEMOS 84-86" 2xLP (HAVOC)
Sacrilege emerged from the UK hardcore scene in the mid 80's. Featuring ex members of Warwound and Varukers, Sacrilege took the UK hardcore sounds of the day (Discharge, Varukers, Icons of Filth, Antisect) and mixed in a combination of powerful thrash and metal. The resulting mix was a high energy metal/hardcore hybrid which quickly stood apart from many of the other bands mixing punk and metal at the time. Sacrilege had the killer combination of epic metal songwriting with Tam's scorching female vocals and the power, passion and intensity of hardcore punk. This double LP (at a single LP price!) features four demos remastered for vinyl, unreleased bonus track, in a Crass Records style foldout poster sleeve.
AUTISTC YOUTH "NONAGE" LP (DIRTNAP)
Reigning from the burbs of Portland in late 2003, Autistic Youth has spent the past 10 years touring and releasing records in North America and Europe. After almost three years since their last full length record, Autistic Youth is releasing their junior LP. Drawing from both classic and obscure influences, "Nonage" is more refined, yet remains true to the sound they've had for so many years. "Nonage" was recorded and produced by Autistic Youth, Adam Becker and Matthew Morgan at Red Lantern studios in Portland, OR this past winter. AY's upcoming west coast tour with Freedom Club begins in November with a European tour to follow in February. Watch out for a new 7" in early 2014.
ABRASIVE WHEELS "WHEN THE PUNKS GO MARCHING IN" LP (REAMP)
I'm gonna make a little editors note here ... I will admit, I JUST got into this band this year, and I don't think I've ever felt so stupid and embarrassed for not hearing such a "classic" band sooner. I'm not sure why it took me so to hear them, I've known the name pretty much since I got into punk, but for some reason I never gave em a listen. I don't think I've been this excited "discovering" an old classic in years. For all of you that know how incredible this band is, I'm sure you are hanging your head, shaking it at me in shame ... and I understand. But for those of you who happen to be in the same boat as myself ... you need this LP in your life, plain and simple. Ok, end rant. "The Abrasive Wheels were one of the most influential bands to arise from the UK punk scene. Their early material became the blueprint by which many punk bands to this day build their sound from. When The Punks Go Marching In is widely accepted as their finest work and one of the greatest punk albums of that (or any) time. Re-Amp Records is proud to present a vinyl-only reissue of this, one of the most sought out pieces of punk vinyl in the world. In an effort to maintain historical accuracy and artistic integrity, it is being released exactly as it was in 1982 – no gimmicky picture discs, alternate takes, bonus tracks, or “re-vamped” artwork – just the original songs in the original packaging, exactly the way the punk gods intended."
BLITZ "VOICE OF A GENERATION" LP (PHR)
UK82! One of the premeir and defining Lps of the early 80's UK punk explosion. Vinyl re issue on PHR records. This record has really stood the test of time, hard hitting "street" punk with catchy melodies and sharp lyrical assaults. Total classic.
KURO "HARDCORE DAMNATION 1983-1986" LP (NOISE NOT MUSIC)
Probably the most bootlegged punk band of all times, KURO's cult remained unequalled over the years thanks to their hyper-violent live sets and the tightness of their noise-core. This is the vinyl version of the rare discography CD on the legendary King's World label, and features their entire 1983-1986 recordings. According to most, the best Japanese hardcore record ever!
FU'S "MY AMERICA/KILL FOR CHRIST" LP (FANCLUB)
What appears to be a fanclub version of these two classic early 80's Boston hc LPs on one convenient 12". Essential listening here.
LIBYANS, THE "EXPIRED LANGUAGE" LP (SORRY STATE)
It's been a while since we've heard from Boston's Libyans, but Expired Language proves that the passage of time and the increase of space between members hasn't blunted this band's attack at all. While not quite as frantic as A Common Place, you still get plenty of rapid-fire vocals and Dan's trademark epic snare rolls, but Expired Language is an entirely subtler and more melodic record than the previous one. The guitars in particular are stunning; dense and melodic without leaning on typical punk power chord tropes. And if you liked the big sing-alongs on A Common Place, then be prepared for Expired Language to knock you out, because the choruses on this record are truly epic. The mailorder version is limited to 165 copies on smoke-colored vinyl.
EXIT HIPPIES / LOTUS FUCKER - SPLIT LP (SPHC)
After recording delays, re-recordings, art delays, re-drawings, re-masterings, and then the inevitable pressing plant delays, summing to multiple years of process, we are extremely proud, pleased, and relieved to finally present this split record between two bands that both love noise, cute cartoon characters, and the KLF/Extreme Noise Terror 7”. Exit Hippies is one of the most exciting raw punk bands around, carving out a totally unique scene and style of punk that knows no bounds and no fears, making punk music as they see fit, without compromise to style or expectation. Their material here is possibly their most brutal and harsh recordings yet, in the style that they are known and loved for. Absolute shit-fi unlistenable garbage Extreme Noise Terror/Sore Throat worship mixed with lo-fi minimalist acid/house techno. This recording contains some new songs (including a slow mosh jammer that I think if the first slow song they’ve ever written?), some old songs re-recorded (like usual), and all songs that make us grin from ear to ear and feel like life is still worth living. Lotus Fucker produces their most claustrophobic, paranoid, and anxious material yet in their standard “noise hardcore” style, fueled by sleep deprivation, lack of sunlight, and poor dietary decisions. We will never be defined by others. Noise forever. Features artwork by Izak.
NEKROMANTIKER "S/T" LP (SPHC)
On their first LP, Nekromantiker continues to refine their fucking harsh noise punk style, mixing the song construction and style of classic noise punk heroes like Confuse and Gai with the sonic brutalities and effects-laden idealism of the Tokyo Sound System/New Smell scene (ie Exit Hippies, Filth Militia, Aostrapos, Stagnation, etc). The entire LP feels like the finely crafted product of a band in their prime. Mixing mid-tempo jammers with short/fast/loud hardcore shockers, straight-forward drums with obtuse/experimenting harsh noise guitars, their highest-fidelity recording yet with their best 'ghouls/skeletons/mushroom people' aesthetic yet, the result is an excellent genre exercise in "noise punk" that manages to bring a new perspective and unique personality to the canon
BOOM BOOM KID "MUSICA SIN LA INTERVENCION DE CRISTE" LP (SPHC)
Argentina’s pop-punk legends Boom Boom Kid are one of my top 3 favorite bands of all time. They’ve toured the USA four times now (and the rest of the planet Earth plenty of times too), but have always lacked any meaningful distribution in North America and have never had a substantive, comprehensive vinyl release in the USA until now (no offense intended to the EP on Hysteria that came out a few years back). This LP+flexi is a neat and tidy summation of one of the most unique, compelling, and important South American punk bands, and in our opinion one of the absolute best. Drawing from each of the six Boom Boom Kid full-lengths, this release runs the gamut of what Boom Boom Kid is capable of, from sweet and beautiful pop-punk to blastbeat-and-breakdown hardcore to acoustic singer/songwriter to beat-oriented bedroom recordings and beyond, from explosive piss raw live recordings to pristine professional studio recordings, from minimalist weirdness to full-on melodic punk rockers and ragers, from classic hits that have been staples of their live shows for over a decade to sleeper hits tucked away in the 50th minute of the Frisbee CD to brand new songs that got their live debut here in America on their recent tour.
KREMLIN "LAST LAST EP" TAPE
The final release from Toronto's KREMLIN!
BIG EYES "ALMOST FAMOUS" TAPE (BURGER)
Here is the official cassette version of "Almost Famous" on the one and only Burger Records! The highly anticipated sophomore full length from Seattle's BIG EYES! With a solidified West Coast lineup, BIG EYES have stepped up their game with a more definitive sound and unified vision. "ALMOST FAMOUS" finds the band drawing even more of a hard rock influence, while maintaining both the pop sensibility and punk edge that you've come to know and love. Taking inspiration from a wide variety of bands ranging from 70's rock and roll staples like Kiss and Blue Oyster Cult, 70's and 80's power pop classics like The Nerves, The Shivvers and The Undertones, and 90's pop punk bands like Scared of Chaka and Mr. T Experience, the trio continue to develop their signature style - tastefully embracing the more glamorous aspects of rock and roll without compromising the attitude and grit.
PLATES "FOUR HORSEMEN OF BEAUTY: SINGLES COLLECTION" TAPE (FERAL KID)
"I might be biased and/or talking shit, but I give Plates credit and thanks for being the band that ushered in the resurgence of Buffalo's music scene around five years ago, which along with the Rust Belt Revolt years was the most exciting period of local action I've experienced. They were the band that bridged the gap between the Big Neck garage scene that was dying off (Furies, Blowtops, TPT) and brought it into the hardcore basements which begat bands like White Whale (and EFA before them), Mayday, Brown Sugar and others ... Unjustly under-appreciated, at least outside of Buffalo (and Cleveland). For whatever reasons, they might not have found what they were looking for outside of WNY, not for lack of trying ... Maybe their blue collar dirt was too honestly Rust Belt for the rest of the world. ... The ultimate injustice is that this tape kicks off with their last recording session, three songs that are probably the best songs they wrote. "The Privelege of Bordeom", "To Pieces" and "First Teacher" are songs you probably heard live if you caught them during their last year, and offer a more streamlined and cleaner attack which is no less powerful than their earlier and dirtier tunes. They'd really become masters of their sound, and it's a shame they pulled the plug at the top of the hill. Or maybe that's what they wanted. I know I want these songs on vinyl. The rest of the tape compiles their three EPs, adds two unreleased earlier tunes ("With Teeth" being particularly notable) and some songs from a live on the radio set that sound great (with OG bass player Ross Vegas). As it stands, you absolutely need this for the three "new" songs and the rest is gravy. Sweet sweet gravy. Plates, I miss you already." - Rich / Terminal Boredom
PLEASURE LEFTISTS - DISCOGRAPHY TAPE (FERAL KID)
Compiling all recorded output thus far by this incredible band; their 12", new 7" single, and some unreleased songs. A must have. Killer tape by one of the best bands going today. Scum Stats: 300 units on white cassettes. no variant.
AARON AND THE BURRS "II" TAPE (FERAL KID)
"Buffalo basement surfers with two tapes worth of treble-instrumentals. Clean and low key recording with a couple of spy moves (including a Gray Matter cover) amongst mostly seaborne themes. Best song title: "Davy Jones' Hurt Locker". More SMOASP souding sharp-pickers than washed out reverb-twangers. "II" has some darker vibes and a Spotnicks cover. Well played and traditonal surf from a non-surf locale. The exact opposite of Thee Cormans. With member(s) of Space Wolves, go to the UT Records site for free downloads of this and the rest of their catalog." - Rich / Terminal Boredom
SPERM "NIGHTMARE LIFE" TAPE
The new breed of Buffalo hardcore, capturing the isolation and hopelessness of Western NY's forgotten industry. Demented hardcore frenzy, not to be pinned down, with a diverse range of influences across the punk spectrum and beyond.
HYDE - DEMO TAPE
"There is something within all of us; a caged beast which delights in horror" and as any good punk band should, Hyde springs from these dark crevices. Kicking and spitting pure hardcore music, plain and simple; tough punk, cranked up, kept simple, and full of heavy hitting breaks, Hyde bridges the gap between all the ill early 2000s straight hardcore bands (No Justice, Think I Care, Striking Distance) and the darker/stranger side of 80s NYHC regulars (Citizen's Arrest, Born Against, Rorschach). A one-man-jam of seven cuts in thirteen minutes from a founding member of one of NY's finest, Brain Slug."
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NEW IN THE WEBSTORE FOR 12.12.13:
MERCY KILLINGS "S/T" 7" (BEACH IMPEDIMENT)
Beach Impediment is proud to close out 2013 with the debut EP by MERCY KILLINGS. Formed earlier in the year by a cadre of chaps who’d previously served time in DIRECT CONTROL, WASTED TIME, and a slew of other acts; the prime directive hasn’t changed much for the folks in question. There is still a strong desire to produce and execute punishing hardcore punk, the results of which are captured on this 6 song EP. This is harsh and ugly music for those with a matching demeanor and appearance. Each record comes in a felt based glue pocket sleeve adorned with full color art by Guillem Muro.
KOWARD "S/T" 7" (TOTAL FUCKER)
Raw, Uncompromising Hardcore Punk from Boston/PDX. Featuring members from the Scapegoat camp, Who Killed Spikey Jacket? and Terokal. Taking influence from Scandinavian HC, UKHC and Boston 82.
DOWN BUT NOT OUT "CAUGHT IN THE CYCLE" 7" (PAINKILLER)
One of Boston's true cult classics from the last decade, Down But Not Out emerged from the ether fully a formed hardcore power house in 1999. For a minute it seemed they might take over the world with their perfectly crafted and delivered 4 song demo, and crushing live performances. It wasn't meant to be in the end, but even 14 years later the initial promise of the Caught in the Cycle demo is still obvious, holding up far better than the majority of their peers when you listen now. Here we present it to you, mastered for the first time and pressed to 7" vinyl
HIGH AND MIGHTY, THE "CRUNCH ON" 7" (RADIO RAHEEM)
Radio Raheem proudly presents another slice of long-lost New York Hardcore, The High and The Mighty's 1984 "Crunch On" demo tape, available here for the first time on vinyl. Featuring ex- and future- members of Antidote and the infamous Mighty CO's, The High and The Mighty bust out eight tracks of pure early 80's New York Hardcore that kept fists and boots flying well into the wee hours at A7 and beyond. Comes housed in a 12-page booklet cover, containing many never-before-seen photos and flyers from the golden years of New York Hardcore. Limited to 500 copies.
CONCRETE ASYLUM "SOCIAL ANXIETY" 7" (BAD VIBRATIONS)
Concrete Asylum is a band from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Their record "Social Anxiety" has five tracks of fast, raw, crude, furious, and unique hardcore PUNK. Their noise is reminiscent of Rudimentary Peni, The Fix, Heresy or Jerrys Kids. But who cares! Just like punk itself, there is more to this unit than a list of old bands we all love. Recorded in 2012 and originally released as the band's second tape to high praises, this session is now mastered and released on vinyl, complete with jaw dropping double-sided 11x17 sleeve by artist and member Adam Kindred. MRR: "This is the epitome of fast and chaotic hardcore. This could have been generic and unmemorable, but instead it fucking rips! Interesting rhythm and vocal hooks and creative riffs are their strengths. It's their second demo and is recommended for fans of shit like Heresy and Electro Hippies."
BAD PEOPLE "MEAN TALKIN" 7" (FEEBLE MINDS)
No rest for the wicked, here's the sophomore effort from these Buffalo bad boys. Another batch of outsider hardcore, musical complaints and grievances, this time with a wider scope of influence. A bit darker, a bit dirtier, an unquestionable progression from the first 7" but just as stupid and fucked up. This is a split release with Ut and Feral Kid Records.
NO///SE "BEACH BLANKET BINGO" 7" (1859)
Two new songs from Ventura, California's purveyor's of fist-pumping power-punk, No///Sé -- just in time for their European tour!! Ex-Glass & Ashes, Young Livers - current Youth Brigade, Stop Breathing, split release with Different Kitchen in the UK, only 225 available in the US!
CHAOS CHANNEL "(MAGIC BULLET) THAT WORKS TO FEED THE PIG" 7" (SPHC)
You probably remember Chaos CH from their two classic 7"s on Overthrow Records, displaying a clear mastery of "noise punk" and becoming a textbook example for other bands to copy and take influence from. However, returning as CHAOSCHANNEL, they have moved beyond the boundaries and limitations of that terminology to create a uniquely new style of 'noise and dance'. And there's nothing we love more at SPHC than bands with their own unique sense of identity beyond genre exercising and copying. Chaos Channel - How You’d Never Been So High? (But Then You’d Never Needed To Be?) CD from 2010 is possibly the best noisy punk record of our times, a really fresh and exciting take on a style they already mastered years ago. And this 7" single continues with these ideas. A meticulous recording of super catchy riffs fit into a bizarre and chaotic sense of songwriting and arrangements, with No. 6's instantly recognizable vocals belting out lyrics that border between absurd nonsense and high-art genius. Overall a totally unique punk rock experience for pogo and flight.
ABUSED, THE "LOUD AND CLEAR" LP (RADIO RAHEEM)
In 1983, a foursome of self-released seven inch ep’s came out of the Lower East Side of Manhattan that heralded a new breed of hardcore punk for New York. Agnostic Front’s ‘United Blood’, Antidote’s ‘Thou Shall Not Kill’, Cause For Alarm’s self-titled release and The Abused’s ‘Loud and Clear’ all defined the sound and aesthetic of New York Hardcore for years to come with their sonic brutality and fervent lyrics. Since then, all of these records have been re-issued barring the latterly mentioned ‘Loud and Clear’. That is, until now. Radio Raheem proudly presents the first fully authorized re-issue of the ‘Loud and Clear’ ep. Pressed in the LP format, this 21-track collection is rounded out by the band’s 1982 demo and never before heard live material. Also included is a 24-page, full color booklet containing photos, lyrics and the band’s infamous show flyers drawn by their vocalist Kevin Crowley, as well as a sticker sheet of original Abused sticker designs. Finally, the most arcane and collectible piece of the early 80’s NYHC puzzle is available for both the tight pursed nerd and curious onlooker alike.
OUT COLD "A HEATED DISPLAY" LP (PAINKILLER)
The final recordings from Out Cold. These tracks were begun in 2005 shortly after the release of their "Goodbye Cruel World" LP, but after a long and tumultuous ride, were not finished until 2012. After the untimely passing of long-time singer Mark Sheehan, the master tapes fell to the wayside, presumed to be lost. The session was eventually rescued from the abyss by engineer David Minehan, and original frontman Kevin Mertens was brought in to lay down vocals. Half of the session's 28 tracks are represented here -- 14 songs, in a scant 20 minutes -- in the typical no-frills hardcore fashion that Out Cold perfected over their career. Produced by the legendary Daniel Rey (Ramones, Misfits, Richard Hell, etc).
SACRILEGE "IT'S TIME TO FACE THE REAPER: DEMOS 84-86" 2xLP (HAVOC)
Sacrilege emerged from the UK hardcore scene in the mid 80's. Featuring ex members of Warwound and Varukers, Sacrilege took the UK hardcore sounds of the day (Discharge, Varukers, Icons of Filth, Antisect) and mixed in a combination of powerful thrash and metal. The resulting mix was a high energy metal/hardcore hybrid which quickly stood apart from many of the other bands mixing punk and metal at the time. Sacrilege had the killer combination of epic metal songwriting with Tam's scorching female vocals and the power, passion and intensity of hardcore punk. This double LP (at a single LP price!) features four demos remastered for vinyl, unreleased bonus track, in a Crass Records style foldout poster sleeve.
AUTISTC YOUTH "NONAGE" LP (DIRTNAP)
Reigning from the burbs of Portland in late 2003, Autistic Youth has spent the past 10 years touring and releasing records in North America and Europe. After almost three years since their last full length record, Autistic Youth is releasing their junior LP. Drawing from both classic and obscure influences, "Nonage" is more refined, yet remains true to the sound they've had for so many years. "Nonage" was recorded and produced by Autistic Youth, Adam Becker and Matthew Morgan at Red Lantern studios in Portland, OR this past winter. AY's upcoming west coast tour with Freedom Club begins in November with a European tour to follow in February. Watch out for a new 7" in early 2014.
ABRASIVE WHEELS "WHEN THE PUNKS GO MARCHING IN" LP (REAMP)
I'm gonna make a little editors note here ... I will admit, I JUST got into this band this year, and I don't think I've ever felt so stupid and embarrassed for not hearing such a "classic" band sooner. I'm not sure why it took me so to hear them, I've known the name pretty much since I got into punk, but for some reason I never gave em a listen. I don't think I've been this excited "discovering" an old classic in years. For all of you that know how incredible this band is, I'm sure you are hanging your head, shaking it at me in shame ... and I understand. But for those of you who happen to be in the same boat as myself ... you need this LP in your life, plain and simple. Ok, end rant. "The Abrasive Wheels were one of the most influential bands to arise from the UK punk scene. Their early material became the blueprint by which many punk bands to this day build their sound from. When The Punks Go Marching In is widely accepted as their finest work and one of the greatest punk albums of that (or any) time. Re-Amp Records is proud to present a vinyl-only reissue of this, one of the most sought out pieces of punk vinyl in the world. In an effort to maintain historical accuracy and artistic integrity, it is being released exactly as it was in 1982 – no gimmicky picture discs, alternate takes, bonus tracks, or “re-vamped” artwork – just the original songs in the original packaging, exactly the way the punk gods intended."
BLITZ "VOICE OF A GENERATION" LP (PHR)
UK82! One of the premeir and defining Lps of the early 80's UK punk explosion. Vinyl re issue on PHR records. This record has really stood the test of time, hard hitting "street" punk with catchy melodies and sharp lyrical assaults. Total classic.
KURO "HARDCORE DAMNATION 1983-1986" LP (NOISE NOT MUSIC)
Probably the most bootlegged punk band of all times, KURO's cult remained unequalled over the years thanks to their hyper-violent live sets and the tightness of their noise-core. This is the vinyl version of the rare discography CD on the legendary King's World label, and features their entire 1983-1986 recordings. According to most, the best Japanese hardcore record ever!
FU'S "MY AMERICA/KILL FOR CHRIST" LP (FANCLUB)
What appears to be a fanclub version of these two classic early 80's Boston hc LPs on one convenient 12". Essential listening here.
LIBYANS, THE "EXPIRED LANGUAGE" LP (SORRY STATE)
It's been a while since we've heard from Boston's Libyans, but Expired Language proves that the passage of time and the increase of space between members hasn't blunted this band's attack at all. While not quite as frantic as A Common Place, you still get plenty of rapid-fire vocals and Dan's trademark epic snare rolls, but Expired Language is an entirely subtler and more melodic record than the previous one. The guitars in particular are stunning; dense and melodic without leaning on typical punk power chord tropes. And if you liked the big sing-alongs on A Common Place, then be prepared for Expired Language to knock you out, because the choruses on this record are truly epic. The mailorder version is limited to 165 copies on smoke-colored vinyl.
EXIT HIPPIES / LOTUS FUCKER - SPLIT LP (SPHC)
After recording delays, re-recordings, art delays, re-drawings, re-masterings, and then the inevitable pressing plant delays, summing to multiple years of process, we are extremely proud, pleased, and relieved to finally present this split record between two bands that both love noise, cute cartoon characters, and the KLF/Extreme Noise Terror 7”. Exit Hippies is one of the most exciting raw punk bands around, carving out a totally unique scene and style of punk that knows no bounds and no fears, making punk music as they see fit, without compromise to style or expectation. Their material here is possibly their most brutal and harsh recordings yet, in the style that they are known and loved for. Absolute shit-fi unlistenable garbage Extreme Noise Terror/Sore Throat worship mixed with lo-fi minimalist acid/house techno. This recording contains some new songs (including a slow mosh jammer that I think if the first slow song they’ve ever written?), some old songs re-recorded (like usual), and all songs that make us grin from ear to ear and feel like life is still worth living. Lotus Fucker produces their most claustrophobic, paranoid, and anxious material yet in their standard “noise hardcore” style, fueled by sleep deprivation, lack of sunlight, and poor dietary decisions. We will never be defined by others. Noise forever. Features artwork by Izak.
NEKROMANTIKER "S/T" LP (SPHC)
On their first LP, Nekromantiker continues to refine their fucking harsh noise punk style, mixing the song construction and style of classic noise punk heroes like Confuse and Gai with the sonic brutalities and effects-laden idealism of the Tokyo Sound System/New Smell scene (ie Exit Hippies, Filth Militia, Aostrapos, Stagnation, etc). The entire LP feels like the finely crafted product of a band in their prime. Mixing mid-tempo jammers with short/fast/loud hardcore shockers, straight-forward drums with obtuse/experimenting harsh noise guitars, their highest-fidelity recording yet with their best 'ghouls/skeletons/mushroom people' aesthetic yet, the result is an excellent genre exercise in "noise punk" that manages to bring a new perspective and unique personality to the canon
BOOM BOOM KID "MUSICA SIN LA INTERVENCION DE CRISTE" LP (SPHC)
Argentina’s pop-punk legends Boom Boom Kid are one of my top 3 favorite bands of all time. They’ve toured the USA four times now (and the rest of the planet Earth plenty of times too), but have always lacked any meaningful distribution in North America and have never had a substantive, comprehensive vinyl release in the USA until now (no offense intended to the EP on Hysteria that came out a few years back). This LP+flexi is a neat and tidy summation of one of the most unique, compelling, and important South American punk bands, and in our opinion one of the absolute best. Drawing from each of the six Boom Boom Kid full-lengths, this release runs the gamut of what Boom Boom Kid is capable of, from sweet and beautiful pop-punk to blastbeat-and-breakdown hardcore to acoustic singer/songwriter to beat-oriented bedroom recordings and beyond, from explosive piss raw live recordings to pristine professional studio recordings, from minimalist weirdness to full-on melodic punk rockers and ragers, from classic hits that have been staples of their live shows for over a decade to sleeper hits tucked away in the 50th minute of the Frisbee CD to brand new songs that got their live debut here in America on their recent tour.
KREMLIN "LAST LAST EP" TAPE
The final release from Toronto's KREMLIN!
BIG EYES "ALMOST FAMOUS" TAPE (BURGER)
Here is the official cassette version of "Almost Famous" on the one and only Burger Records! The highly anticipated sophomore full length from Seattle's BIG EYES! With a solidified West Coast lineup, BIG EYES have stepped up their game with a more definitive sound and unified vision. "ALMOST FAMOUS" finds the band drawing even more of a hard rock influence, while maintaining both the pop sensibility and punk edge that you've come to know and love. Taking inspiration from a wide variety of bands ranging from 70's rock and roll staples like Kiss and Blue Oyster Cult, 70's and 80's power pop classics like The Nerves, The Shivvers and The Undertones, and 90's pop punk bands like Scared of Chaka and Mr. T Experience, the trio continue to develop their signature style - tastefully embracing the more glamorous aspects of rock and roll without compromising the attitude and grit.
PLATES "FOUR HORSEMEN OF BEAUTY: SINGLES COLLECTION" TAPE (FERAL KID)
"I might be biased and/or talking shit, but I give Plates credit and thanks for being the band that ushered in the resurgence of Buffalo's music scene around five years ago, which along with the Rust Belt Revolt years was the most exciting period of local action I've experienced. They were the band that bridged the gap between the Big Neck garage scene that was dying off (Furies, Blowtops, TPT) and brought it into the hardcore basements which begat bands like White Whale (and EFA before them), Mayday, Brown Sugar and others ... Unjustly under-appreciated, at least outside of Buffalo (and Cleveland). For whatever reasons, they might not have found what they were looking for outside of WNY, not for lack of trying ... Maybe their blue collar dirt was too honestly Rust Belt for the rest of the world. ... The ultimate injustice is that this tape kicks off with their last recording session, three songs that are probably the best songs they wrote. "The Privelege of Bordeom", "To Pieces" and "First Teacher" are songs you probably heard live if you caught them during their last year, and offer a more streamlined and cleaner attack which is no less powerful than their earlier and dirtier tunes. They'd really become masters of their sound, and it's a shame they pulled the plug at the top of the hill. Or maybe that's what they wanted. I know I want these songs on vinyl. The rest of the tape compiles their three EPs, adds two unreleased earlier tunes ("With Teeth" being particularly notable) and some songs from a live on the radio set that sound great (with OG bass player Ross Vegas). As it stands, you absolutely need this for the three "new" songs and the rest is gravy. Sweet sweet gravy. Plates, I miss you already." - Rich / Terminal Boredom
PLEASURE LEFTISTS - DISCOGRAPHY TAPE (FERAL KID)
Compiling all recorded output thus far by this incredible band; their 12", new 7" single, and some unreleased songs. A must have. Killer tape by one of the best bands going today. Scum Stats: 300 units on white cassettes. no variant.
AARON AND THE BURRS "II" TAPE (FERAL KID)
"Buffalo basement surfers with two tapes worth of treble-instrumentals. Clean and low key recording with a couple of spy moves (including a Gray Matter cover) amongst mostly seaborne themes. Best song title: "Davy Jones' Hurt Locker". More SMOASP souding sharp-pickers than washed out reverb-twangers. "II" has some darker vibes and a Spotnicks cover. Well played and traditonal surf from a non-surf locale. The exact opposite of Thee Cormans. With member(s) of Space Wolves, go to the UT Records site for free downloads of this and the rest of their catalog." - Rich / Terminal Boredom
SPERM "NIGHTMARE LIFE" TAPE
The new breed of Buffalo hardcore, capturing the isolation and hopelessness of Western NY's forgotten industry. Demented hardcore frenzy, not to be pinned down, with a diverse range of influences across the punk spectrum and beyond.
HYDE - DEMO TAPE
"There is something within all of us; a caged beast which delights in horror" and as any good punk band should, Hyde springs from these dark crevices. Kicking and spitting pure hardcore music, plain and simple; tough punk, cranked up, kept simple, and full of heavy hitting breaks, Hyde bridges the gap between all the ill early 2000s straight hardcore bands (No Justice, Think I Care, Striking Distance) and the darker/stranger side of 80s NYHC regulars (Citizen's Arrest, Born Against, Rorschach). A one-man-jam of seven cuts in thirteen minutes from a founding member of one of NY's finest, Brain Slug."
RESTOCKS FOR 12.13.13:
BAD SPORTS - BRAS LP
BLITZ - TIME BOMB (EARLY SINGLES COLLECTION)
CONFUSE - INDIGNATION LP
EXPLODING HEARTS - GUITAR ROMANTIC LP
MARKED MEN - GHOSTS LP
NEW FLESH, THE "REALITY" LP
RADIOACTIVITY - S/T LP
SHIPWRECKED - THE LAST PAGANS LP
VANNA INGET - ALLVAR LP
CABBAGEHEADS - S/T 7"
TSOL - YOU DON'T HAVE TO DIE 7"
