The Price Of Silence

Caught In A Crowd - You've Lost

2011-12-04T16:47:00.001-08:00

Caught In A Crowd - You've Lost (2011)

Our Cape Cod straight edge rockers have dropped this awesome EP. Great music, great message, and so full of energy you'll wanna stage/bed/couch dive from just the first song! Influenced from classics like Chain Of Strength and Youth Of Today, this record is definitely not limited musically to that sound. They defy the cookie-cutter "youth crew" sound with very well-written riffs that'll make you bounce like a Sean Paul music video. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?55hw4sdpaordj23

Payback - Draw The Line EP

2011-09-14T19:13:00.000-07:00

Payback - Draw The Line EP (1989)

Payback was from CT and I don't think many people really know about them. This EP is great and reminds me of bands like Confront or Judge because its pretty hard, but there's parts that sound like the whole Wide Awake, Youth Of Today, Unit Pride-esque vibe. I'm sure you get the idea. Get this right now because it's pretty fucking awesome. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ghc2w6lt6jn1sk4

Truth - Demo '11

2011-05-18T10:57:00.000-07:00

Truth - Demo '11 (2011)

This is a newer band from Dallas, TX. They draw influence from bands like Youth Of Today, Side By Side, Wide Awake, Chain Of Strength, etc., in case you couldn't tell from the badass demo art. It's cool to see a straight edge band like this come out of Texas because I can't really think of any other current bands holdin down the edge down there. This demo is pretty damn awesome. This band did it right with the art, the songs, and even has a Bold cover! Perfect. Check this shit out right now because chances are if you visit this blog on the regular, you're into this style of hardcore. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?t6fei1vs9tpv2h9

Crucial Times - We Want Freedom

2011-05-18T10:24:00.000-07:00

Crucial Times - We Want Freedom (2011)

Sweet band from Vermont. The name is taken from a Youth Of Today song I believe, so I'm sure what you can expect from this record. Great riffs with pissed off lyrics. Also, some of the songs have a certain heaviness to them so that they exceed the typical cookie cutter youth crew sound. I believe this band has a new singer now, too. Danielle from the CT band Offsides now fronts this band and since Offsides was pretty damn awesome, I'm excited to hear Crucial Times' new material. Check this band out because they are holdin it down for Vermont right now! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?5skzttwxah8w9a9

Big Mouth - We Are The Youth

2011-05-03T11:27:00.000-07:00

Big Mouth - We Are The Youth (2011)

"Yo sucka you got a big mouth, bidipbo!" Can't go wrong with a name that came from a Gorilla Biscuits song. This is a band from Springfield, Illinois. And they are a straight edge band and from the name and album art, I'm sure you can figure out what style they play in. This band is one of many awesome bands in the midwest doing it right now. Sweet riffs, good energy, awesome influences, you can't go wrong. Get this shit right now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ebzx5a03h98d0kt

The First Step - What We Know Sessions

2011-05-02T09:31:00.000-07:00

The First Step - What We Know Sessions (2009)

My friend Jeff over at Bottled Up records took some TFS recordings from 2003 when they were reforming after their 2003 breakup. These songs would eventually go onto the What We Know LP. I love this band a lot. They were my favorite current band when they were around and definitely up there in the top bands list for me. I love all their material and this is no exception. This band had a lot of heart, sincerity, energy, passion, everything. Get this record right now.

http://www.mediafire.com/?z0etmjcwzki

Enough - Demo

2011-05-01T20:03:00.000-07:00

Enough - Demo (2010)

Enough is a straight edge band from Nashville, TN. My friend once told me they sounded like a mix between Mental and Our Turn, and I think that's a pretty good description, though probably more Mental/Stop & Think than Our Turn. It's a very awesome demo nonetheless. Don't sleep on Enough! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?4drmdmoih33rm7d

Inside Out (NY) - Demo

2011-05-01T19:33:00.000-07:00

Inside Out - Demo (1988)

I would have uploaded this way before but I was trying to find some art and a release date for it and kind of just put it off. I finally gave in because people who haven't heard this really need to. This band is awesome. They are not a west coast band on Revelation records featuring Zack de la Rocha of Rage Against The Machine. They were from NY and played a style like some of the other bands around that time. Outburst, Breakdown, Uppercut, etc. They had two singers and they looked just like the image above. Awesome band, awesome demo, get it now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ph4o7s2syq7lke2

Half The Battle - What We Have

2011-04-28T13:17:00.000-07:00

Half The Battle - What We Have (2009)

This is a pretty awesome hardcore band from the Phillipines. I get vibes of Battery, Hands Tied and Rancor. Their singer is a pretty awesome dude as well. It was originally a CD pressed on Take Four Collective/Major Malfunction records in 2009 then was pressed as a 12" record in 2010 on Jut Another Day records. Get into this record especially if you're into any of the bands I named above, or else angry X'd up Phillipino dudes will rip you apart like that poor robot. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?d4l10ryxb2tbkt4

Black SS - Bullshit Rites Of Passage

2011-04-28T09:16:00.000-07:00

Black SS - Bullshit Rites Of Passage (2004)

Awesome fucking straight edge band from Syracuse. This was one of their demos I believe and it fucking rips. I wish this band would play more because they are definitely one of my favorite current bands, but I guess they all have families and other grown up things so they cannot play that often. Singer sounds real similar to John Brannon of Negative Approach and the music sounds influenced by NA as well, among others. All around this band is fucking great. They are big into pro wrestling which is a plus. Get this shit right now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?azojymym4jd

Better Times - Demo ft. William Franger

2011-04-26T15:15:00.000-07:00

Better Times - Demo ft. William Franger (2011)

One of the many awesome newer bands out there. This band is from Buffalo and this demo is pretty damn awesome. If you couldn't tell from the awesome artwork of the Jay Jacoby, this band is all about the youth crew. Awesome riffs, energetic, fast and fun, and I can't wait to see what comes out next. So if you're into the youth crew style, especially the 97 revival-esque bands, you will without a doubt love this demo. And don't you forget.. William Franger (guitar player/charming edgeman) is the man. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?xwckp1szsyi1bcb

Crumbsuckers - Life Of Dreams

2011-04-26T10:41:00.000-07:00

Crumbsuckers - Life Of Dreams (1986)

Okay firstly, I know it's been a million years since the last update, but I'm back in the groove so expect more uploads from now on. Alright, now on to this record. I absolutely fucking love it. I think it's a perfect record. This NYHC band mixed elements of hardcore and metal (well a lot of NYHC bands did) but I really like how this band did it. Think sort of along the lines of Agnostic Front - Cause For Alarm. I think the two records are similar but it's kind of hard to figure out which one I like more. Anyway, check out this banger of a record. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?cxwpem867z4i373

Blue Monday - Rewritten

2010-09-03T19:04:00.000-07:00

Blue Monday - Rewritten (2005)

Awesome straight edge band from Vancouver. They sound kind of similar to other west coast bands of that time. Think Betrayed, Champion, or Set It Straight and you get the idea. This album is pretty cool. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?dmyzmiytddt

Against The Wall - Identify Me

2010-09-03T18:51:00.000-07:00

Against The Wall-Identify Me (1989)

Yo! This records from Against the Wall from California. The music on the record is hard, I get kind of a Judge feel from them. I've also heard them compared to Turning Point, I wouldn't say so personally but I can kinda see where thats coming from since they have some more melodic riffs mixed in. Definitely check this out, you won't be let down! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?5njtcmv2w13

Up To Us - Demo

2010-09-01T00:46:00.000-07:00

Up To Us - Demo (2009)

Newer Cleveland hardcore band. Youth crew style with a female vocalist. I've never quite heard a female vocalist who wasn't very angry sounding so this took me a bit by surprise, but overall it's pretty cool. It's fun. Kind of reminds me of 7 Seconds at time. I'm interested to see what this band does next. Definitely check out this demo! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?9b10pomtxxk6con

Committed - Demo

2010-09-01T00:36:00.001-07:00

Committed - Demo (1998)

Demo of an awesome Cleveland band called Committed. Hopefully you've already downloaded the 7" I posted way back when. This demo is great, this band is great, and Clevo Stomp is an awesome song (among others). Download this demo because Committed rules and is underrated and the singer sounds really similar to Ray Cappo. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?28zgd14css1otkj

(also big thanks to Frank for providing the demo cover!)

Sorry Excuse - Demo

2010-08-23T00:13:00.001-07:00

Sorry Excuse - Demo (2008)

This is an awesome straight edge hardcore band from Kansas City, Missouri. I remember checked them out when the demo first came out, but it hadn't really clicked hard until I recently saw this band at Force Fed's last show earlier this summer. It's fast and pissed and has a shit ton of influence. Everything from early Madball to Youth Of Today to Poison Idea. Definitely one of my favorite current bands going. Check out the demo. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?1qz0rahq0ujcd40

Confront - Payday

2010-08-22T12:21:00.000-07:00

Confront - Payday (1991)

Late 80's Cleveland hardcore. If you're a fan of Youth Of Today, Judge, Brotherhood, and SSD then this is the record for you. Harder sounding pissed off youth crew style. It's a great fucking record. Also, if you didn't know this band is pre-One Life Crew. That may or may not effect your drive to get this album if you don't have it. If you're a fan of any of the bands I compared Confront to, you'll love this record. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?0i33o50i0io6qt5

Brink - The Demo Strikes Back

2010-08-11T10:59:00.000-07:00

Brink - The Demo Strikes Back (2010)

This Michigan comes back with a revised version of the demo with much better quality. It's tighter and even has a couple new songs added it. This has a strong Lockin Out feel in the vain of bands like Mental, Stop & Think, and Jaguarz. If you have the old demo, definitely get this one! If you don't have the old demo, well, get this one anyway! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?jvl19xyr21xs8e8

Billingsgate - Reach Out

2010-08-05T12:13:00.001-07:00

Billingsgate - Reach Out (1990)

Chicago area hardcore band whose guitar player, Erik Funk, went on later be in the band Dillinger Four. This record is pretty cool. I'd say it has a harder youth crew/nyhc feel compared to the LP they released a year later. I prefer this because its more raw in my opinion. If you're into bands like Confront, Youth Of Today or most of the stuff I post in this blog, you'll be into this band/record. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?vd4qv2b4bboqosx

Billingsgate - No Apologies

2010-08-05T12:01:00.000-07:00

Billingsgate - No Apologies (1991)

I believe this band was from Chicago. This is their LP released on Nemesis records. Think Outspoken and Verbal Assault with a bit of NYHC influence I'd say. This record is pretty good so if you're into the above mentioned bands, check it out! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zhot3w0h3vhhdnt

Injustice System - Spoken Word

2010-08-05T11:42:00.000-07:00

Injustice System - Spoken Word (2010)

Injustice System or Inj/Sys for short are a hardcore band from Tampa, FL. I assume their name comes from the Sick Of It All song. I hear a bit of SOIA influence mixed with earlier NYHC and Boston hardcore. Basically it sounds like it came out in 1982. I'm into it so check it out! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?wmnn2wngthm

Seeker - Demo

2010-08-02T09:14:00.000-07:00

Seeker - Demo (2008)

This is easily one of my favorite current bands, even considering I have not yet seen them. They are from Texas and bring an awesome mix of influence. 3 that come to mind to me almost instantly are Bad Brains, Inside Out (Rev), Burn, and Beyond. The guitar work is very good and the music as a whole gives me somewhat of a spiritual feel, which I can always get down with. Seriously don't sleep on this demo if you've never heard this band, especially because they have an EP in the works. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?c8fuwrwk9x4z2em

Thick Skin - Bottom Feeder Demo

2010-08-01T18:11:00.000-07:00

Thick Skin - Bottom Feeder Demo (2010)

This band hails from Australia. They are fast, pissed, straight edge, and draw influence from a lot of good bands. It reminds me of older Boston bands mixed with more recent bands like Step Forward, Stop & Think, or Righteous Jams. It's a pretty awesome sound and this demo is a great first impression on this band. Get this right now! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?33u7miz8f4biknk

Accident Prone - Demo 2009

2010-05-24T17:10:00.000-07:00

Accident Prone - Demo (2009)

A newer Philly band with all sorts of influences. A l t of times it reminds me of fast early 2000s hardcore but there's all sorts of things thrown in there. They also have members of Drug Test and One Up. Just check it out for yourself. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zatlwcyzzy4

Beastie Boys - Aglio E Olio

2010-05-24T17:05:00.000-07:00

Beastie Boys - Aglio E Olio (1995?)

I don't know exactly when this came out though I saw 1995 from some websites. I find that kind of weird since by this time Beastie Boys were a hip hop group and not a hardcore band, so who knows. If you have any information on when this came out, feel free to let me know! It's pretty good stuff. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ywziyn0idoo

Lion Of Judah - Soul Power

2010-05-24T16:55:00.000-07:00

Lion Of Judah - Soul Power (2005)

Awesome band from DC that's still around and kicking. This EP was released on Lockin Out and I feel Lion Of Judah is definitely very unique in their sound. Often times it may remind you of Bad Brains and sometimes Dag Nasty. But the riffs are insane, funky, and awesome. Definitely get this EP right now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?t4zu1joz5li

Count Me Out - 110

2010-05-24T16:45:00.000-07:00

Count Me Out - 110 (2000)

2nd album of the Richmond youth crew-esque hardcore band, Count Me Out. This album rules! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?u2knl1dzmlg

7 Seconds - Skins, Brains and Guts

2010-05-24T16:33:00.000-07:00

7 Seconds - Skins, Brains & Guts EP (1982)

I believe this was 7 Seconds' first EP. It's oldschool as fuck. Fast, raw, and not quite as melodic as their later stuff, but fucking awesome nonetheless. RACISM SUCKS RACISM SUCKS RACISM FUCKING SUCKS! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?4izmz4yzumm

7 Seconds - Committed For Life

2010-05-24T16:27:00.000-07:00

7 Seconds - Committed For Life (1983)

OG hardcore punk band 7 Seconds has a lot of material, but this one is definitely a gem. So this upload goes out to the positive youth! Awesome EP. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?z0zydzzbywm

Lockin' Out presents Sweet Vision Comp

2010-04-04T07:49:00.000-07:00

Lockin' Out presents Sweet Vision Comp (2004)

I'm just assuming this was put out in 2003, so correct me if I'm wrong. This nice little compilation from Lockin' Out records has some sweet tracks from bands like Righteous Jams, SOS, The Wrong Side, Get Real, Say No More, Jaguarz, and Mental. The songs are awesome so check it out! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mmrnzdwmywd

Rampage - Heads In A Vice!

2010-04-01T10:06:00.000-07:00

Rampage - Heads In A Vice! (2006)

Seeing this band for the first time this Saturday inspired me to come out of my blog hiatus and provide this upload. This Lockin Out band is pretty damn good. Fast like older NYHC bands with catchy, riffs that are fun and awesome. Excited to see this band. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?o0fyjwb3ymy

Keep It Clear - S/T

2010-01-28T12:11:00.000-08:00

Keep It Clear - S/T (2009)

Self-titled EP of Vancouver straight edge band, Keep It Clear. I believe they have members of Go It Alone and Blue Monday, but I could be wrong. Either way this record is great and they kind of remind me of Floorpunch at times. Perhaps that's where they got their name? In any case, get this EP right now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?eeareoz23a2

Keep It Clear - Demo

2010-01-28T11:54:00.000-08:00

Keep It Clear - Demo (2007)

Great straight edge band from Vancouver. The northwest is really coming through right now with a handful of amazing bands, and this one is one of my favorites for sure. Check it out. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?me2zndeyheg

Stop And Think - Both Demos

2010-01-26T20:28:00.000-08:00

Stop And Think - Both Demos (2003)

Easily one of the best straight edge bands of the early 2000s and they were from Boston. Lockin Out is the illest and this release proves that once again. This one's for Michael! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?kz2oymmh2hf

Invasion - Demo

2010-01-22T07:43:00.000-08:00

Invasion - Demo (2001)

Big props to my boy Jimmie for getting me both the SOS and Invasion demo pictures. Invasion used to be this band, but now we're playing righteous jams! This demo is pretty sweet. Only thing is when you get this and import them to itunes or whatever, the tracks aren't labelled and I should have done it but I didn't. The are in the actual folder though, so just take 5 minutes and name the songs. BUST IT! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?cmgyyoy2jwv

SOS - Demo

2010-01-21T20:28:00.001-08:00

SOS - Demo (2004)

It took a while to track someone down to take a picture of this demo, but here we have it! Lockin Out's 8th release! This band formed from some ex members of Crunch Time. Really hard to find this demo, so get it now... Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?nmz0ymdyylt

Chokehold - Prison Of Hope

2010-01-21T08:50:00.000-08:00

Chokehold - Prison Of Hope (1993)

Canadian vegan straight edge that came out around the time Earth Crisis did. Great fucking band and hard as nails and arguably better than Earth Crisis. Definitely one of the heaviest hardcore bands of their time. This is a great album so check it out! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zzmjtmkmjo1

Get Real - Shore Style

2010-01-18T09:45:00.000-08:00

Get Real - Shore Style (2004)

Not sure how I slept on this fucking band, but they are awesome as hell. Definitely for fans of Lockin Out and more specifically bands like Mental, Crunch Time and Stop & Think. This band is seriously so fucking good. Get this album RIGHT NOW. That means you, Ryan. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zmhmmmbymmj

Bl'ast! - The Power Of Expression

2010-01-14T20:34:00.000-08:00

Bl'ast! - The Power Of Expression (1986)

Bl'ast! fucking rules and this album proves it once again! If you like Black Flag then this is the band for you. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?2uzlbniykmj

Blank Stare - Suicide

2010-01-14T20:27:00.000-08:00

Blank Stare - Suicide EP (2006)

3 songs from Boston's own Blank Stare. One of the best straight edge bands of this decade easily. Fast and pissed check it out! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mwyjyiy0yn0

Urban Waste - S/T (Mob Style)

2010-01-14T13:10:00.000-08:00

Urban Waste - S/T (Mob Style) (1982)

Classic record right here. NYHC, raw recordings, fast, pissed, awesome. Easily one of the best NYHC bands of all time and any fan of early 80's hardcore will agree and appreciate this album. Police Brutality! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?gjnztmni0jj

Cause For Alarm - S/T

2010-01-14T13:00:00.000-08:00

Cause For Alarm - S/T (1983)

Classic NYHC. Very awesome and underrated band. Check out this EP if you're into early NYHC like Agnostic Front, Urban Waste, Antidote, Abused, etc. This band also did a split with Warzone in which they sounded just like Warzone. Either way get this record right now! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?nujkmnjxze3

Integrity - Off The Bat

2010-01-14T10:19:00.001-08:00

Integrity - Off The Bat Demo (1987)

This is before Integrity became the Holy Terror metal charged hardcore band they are today. X'd up gardener gloves, baseball bats, militant edge. Think Confront and Judge and you got one hell of a demo. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?dbnwwqhrnbz

At All Costs - Direction

2010-01-14T09:58:00.000-08:00

At All Costs - Direction (2006)

Awesome CT hardcore band. They broke up and members went on to form Hostage Calm. At All Costs was melodic, youth crew influenced and had a fucking trumpet player. That alone makes this band pretty damn awesome. If you like bands like Champion or With Honor you'll be into this. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?iuoonnjy2yd

Count Me Out - Few And Far Between

2010-01-14T09:55:00.000-08:00

Count Me Out - Few And Far Between (1999)

Another release of this awesome Richmond Straight Edge Band. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?wymziminm2d

Vexed - Demo

2010-01-12T22:40:00.000-08:00

Vexed - Demo (2009)

This is a great straight edge band from Cape Cod, Massachusetts. They are influenced by bands like Integrity, Ringworm, and Cursed. Fast, heavy, and in your face. Check out this 5-song demo because this band is really going to be going places. CAPE COD STRAIGHT EDGE TAKING OVER 2010. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?tmjdmtqeqdj

Committed - The Pride We Share

2010-01-07T09:11:00.000-08:00

Committed - The Pride We Share (1998)

I seriously wish more people talked about Committed because this band was fucking awesome. I love 97 youth crew revival bands. There are few I REALLY like including Ten Yard Fight (who got me into this style to begin with), Floorpunch, and COMMITTED. Seriously, youth crew bands draw influence from Youth Of Today we all know, but this band does it so damn well. The vocalist even sounds very much like Ray Cappo. Clevo straight edge in your face. Get this EP or never return to my blog again. Period. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?nhm2jjjzkyn

Four Walls Falling - Live at the King's Head Inn

2010-01-07T07:55:00.001-08:00

Four Walls Falling - Live at the King's Head Inn

First of all this picture isn't from that show. Also, I'm not sure when this show was exactly. I received an email with pretty much Four Walls Falling's entire discography which made me a very happy man. I love this band too much and it was cool all the stuff I've never heard before. As you can see, this is from a live set and it's most all their later stuff (post-Culture Shock) which is fine by me because everything they put out I enjoy. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?wzywzzlz4dg

Bulldoze - The Final Beatdown

2010-01-07T07:45:00.000-08:00

Bulldoze - The Final Beatdown (2001)

Not even sure if this is when this record was released (I thought it was 1994 at first), but I guess this is their discography. Bulldoze is pretty much the only "beatdown" band I can really tolerate. All the carbon-copy bands that supposedly use this name for their sound aren't really carbon copies at all. It's far worse in my opinion, but to each their own as they say. With that said, Bulldoze was pretty damn hard. I wasn't around then, but I'm pretty sure they lived up to their sound as well. BEATDOWN. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mlmmghz0iwj

Breakdown - The '87 Demo

2010-01-07T07:39:00.001-08:00

Breakdown - The '87 Demo (1987)

My friends are always telling me that this is their favorite release of Breakdown and they have good reason to feel that way. This demo fucking rips. It's NYHC of course and it's around the time were the tougher sounds emerged. This is essential for NY during the time so get it now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?jzbo23ynnfg

The Abused - Loud And Clear

2010-01-07T07:28:00.000-08:00

The Abused - Loud And Clear (1983)

Easily one of the best NYHC bands of all time. They were earlier so it's before NY got that tougher metal influenced sound. I love both sounds, but The Abused were just too fucking good. Any fan of hardcore should get this if they don't, because it's essential. DRUG FREE... DRUG FREE YOUTH! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?z0xmnjlzdiz

Caught In A Crowd - Live Unreserved

2010-01-05T23:51:00.000-08:00

Caught In A Crowd - Live Unreserved (2009)

This is the demo of an awesome and upcoming band from Cape Cod. They play energetic youth crew style and they do it pretty damn well. Definitely a demo you want to check out. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ounz4mmmnux

Betrayed - Substance

2010-01-05T23:37:00.000-08:00

Betrayed - Substance (2006)

Fronted by the founder of React! Records, this band is too fucking good. Full of awesome lyrics, pounding energy and a great sound behind it. Not sure if this band is considered broken up or active right now though. Either way, get this now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?jonfizzddjz

The California Takeover

2010-01-05T23:30:00.000-08:00

The California Takeover Compilation (1996)

Earth Crisis? Snapcase? Strife? All live on one compilation? HOLY SHIT. It's amazing! Great songs of choice as well. Get it while it's hot.. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?43nyzzz0mm3

Coke Bust - Demo

2010-01-05T23:25:00.000-08:00

Coke Bust - Demo (2007)

Angry, fast, awesome, in your face, COKE BUST! This is the demo of the DC straight edge band that are supposedly the king of basement shows. I haven't seen them in a basement yet, but I know I definitely wouldn't be let down. Get this demo because it's fucking amazing. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?qmtnnxuyt5y

Breakdown - Blacklisted

2010-01-05T23:20:00.000-08:00

Breakdown - Blacklisted (1997)

Later release of an awesome NYHC band. I DON'T CARE WHO'S WRONG AND WHO'S RIGHT, I JUST WANNA SEE A STREET FIGHT. Awesome EP! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?3thgmytmln1

Carry On - A Life Less Plagued

2010-01-05T23:16:00.000-08:00

Carry On - A Life Less Plagued (2001)

Great fucking band from California. Amazing sound and energy. Very unique sound in my opinion and everyone loved it. Get all their music right now if you don't. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?rmwnuwyjyqu

Shelter - Mantra

2009-12-31T08:11:00.000-08:00

Shelter - Mantra (1995)

Probably my favorite Shelter record. It's extremely catchy as hell with songs like Message Of The Bhagavat (which sounds kinda nu-metally) and Here We Go (which has an awesome classic music video with it). Let's all get Krishna haircuts and buy a pair of JNCOs to mosh in. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zbd2ontjjo2

Bl'ast! - It's In My Blood + School's Out

2009-12-31T07:51:00.000-08:00

Bl'ast! - It's In My Blood (1987)

Bl'ast! - School's Out (1987)

This band was from California and sounded like Black Flag. Can't go wrong with that! This file has both the LP It's In My Blood and the EP School's Out as one file. These records are seriously amazing and I can't imagine anyone who is into hardcore not to like them. Pardon me if that sounded a bit elitist, but this band is seriously that good. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?yz2u45wymyf

Attitude Adjustment - Dead Serious Demo

2009-12-30T23:32:00.000-08:00

Attitude Adjustment - Dead Serious Demo (1985)

Awesome California band who was on the End The Warzone compilation with a bunch of other awesome bands. This band was fast and did the whole hardcore crossover into thrash deal and they did it well. Check out this demo because it's fucking sweet. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?kznijnyejcm

Count Me Out - Permanent

2009-12-30T23:29:00.000-08:00

Count Me Out - Permanent (2002)

Great straight edge band from Richmond, Virginia. I believe this was their last release before they called it quits. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?ktztditnmmz

The Wrong Side - The Wrong Side Of The Grave

2009-12-30T23:13:00.000-08:00

The Wrong Side - The Wrong Side Of The Grave (2004)

Previously known as Dumptruck this Lockin Out band featured members of bands like Righteous Jams and Mental. They are funky, heavy, and awesome. They are kind of still a band, but not really. It's complicated. Instead of worrying about it, get the record and mosh. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mnyuznelfno

The Freeze - Guilty Face

2009-12-30T23:02:00.000-08:00

The Freeze - Guilty Face (1984)

Awesome early Boston hardcore band who were really from Cape Cod. No one ever talks about the Freeze and I don't know why because they are fucking awesome. Great record. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?imxyhjxlmy5

Reconcile - Youth Crew 1999

2009-12-28T09:06:00.000-08:00

Reconcile - Youth Crew 1999 (1999)

From Argentina, this band is fast melodic youth crew. 7 Seconds, Youth Of Today, and Insted are easily influences as you can hear it in the music. Still alive and kick'n after 10 years, this band is still pretty sweet. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mzmminlz3d3

Rotting Out - This Is Just A Life

2009-12-28T08:54:00.000-08:00

Rotting Out - This Is Just A Life (2007)

The actual demo was released in 2007, but it was released as a 7" that included a couple more tracks and a couple covers in early 2009 I think. Either way, this is a great band from California with pissed off fast hardcore. You're never gonna make it with your positive views! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?innqfz2dnnh

Four Walls Falling - Demo '87

2009-12-28T08:49:00.000-08:00

Four Walls Falling - Demo '87 (1987)

First demo of one of my favorite hardcore bands ever. Richmond hardcore on top. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?gdig5kyywai

Edgewise - Silent Rage

2009-12-27T21:33:00.000-08:00

Edgewise - Silent Rage (1990)

The original 7" was Smorgasbord's 3rd release, but this is the re-issue (hence the re-issue art) which is the 7" plus two other tracks that I think were from some comps or something. This band was from Pennsylvania and they were fucking hard. Another record that defines early 90s hardcore as it transitioned and got a bit more metallic. Other bands that come to mind are Release and Turning Point a bit but heavier. I'm having a tough time describing this. Just check it out! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?nmj0mfuy2mq

Damage Control - Can't Keep Us Down

2009-12-27T21:21:00.000-08:00

Damage Control - Can't Keep Us Down (2001)

Awesome Norwegian hardcore band. Fasted paced youth crew band with melody in both the music and vocals. Great band and in my opinion, underrated. Check out this earlier album of theirs! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?fnnvmmkz5xn

Bad Seed - Demo II

2009-12-27T20:52:00.000-08:00

Bad Seed - Demo II (2008)

I think this is the album art of their 1st demo, but I don't care. Sick band from PA. I guess this is just a side project deal of a couple members of the band Title Fight. Apples and oranges, but I like Bad Seed more and this demo fucking rules. Check it. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?jmrkom1zn5h

Backtrack - Demo

2009-12-26T09:29:00.000-08:00

Backtrack - Demo (2008)

I love the stack of newer bands holding the oldschool NYHC sound and I feel this band is one that does it extremely well. I'm pretty sure they got their name from the Raw Deal song which is awesome and fitting because you can hear the influence, though they add their own uniqueness to this mix. Check out this demo. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?jmyj25agtfh

Doubledealer - Demo MMIX

2009-12-26T09:17:00.001-08:00

Doubledealer - Demo MMIX (2009)

This is the demo of a newer band from Delaware who's pretty damn good. They are heavy and seems to grab influence from bands like Merauder and Ringworm. This demo is very "bouncy" as I like to call it, fast, and heavy. It's seriously fucking awesome and since this band is fairly new, my opinion is they will be tearing up the US in no time. Check it out. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?digmtntcujn

Envision - Changing Times

2009-12-26T09:11:00.000-08:00

Envision - Changing Times (2009)

This band has been around for 10 years now, but they still released an amazing demo in 2009 and you should check it out. Being from Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada, this band is greatly underrated and I feel if they were in the US during the "youth crew revival" era of hardcore they'd be definitely more well known. With that said, if you're into those revival bands, check this band out for sure. Great band! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mlwmjje1zj0

Floorpunch - Fast Times At The Jersey Shore

2009-12-26T09:04:00.000-08:00

Floorpunch - Fast Times At The Jersey Shore (1998)

One of my favorite band of the late 90's for sure. This band is like if Youth Of Today, Judge, Breakdown and Raw Deal had a circle jerk and formed a super sperm that was given to a woman. Behold, Floorpunch is born! This album is very good and if you're a fan of any of the bands I just mentioned, check this out. Oh, and their intro sounds just like the Release intro and I'm pretty sure they have a member of Release in the band. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mnmnmzojxbd

Sick Of It All - Scratch The Surface

2009-12-25T10:34:00.000-08:00

Sick Of It All - Scratch The Surface (1994)

A great record, though I choose Blood, Sweat & No Tears and Just Look Around over it any day. I absolutely love this band as a whole and this record has a bunch of awesome, catchy songs. Scratch The Surface, Step Down, and even a Straight Ahead cover! Amazing band, great record, get it now! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?m2yoj5m1voy

Junkyard Dogs - Demo 2009

2009-12-25T10:29:00.000-08:00

Junkyard Dogs - Demo (2009)

It's a shame this band was so short-lived. They were a style I was very fond of and reminded me of current bands like Trapped Under Ice, Backtrack and Bad Seed and NYHC in the vain of Breakdown, Merauder and Biohazard. If you like any of those bands, check out this Richmond based band. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zqzwowqhjjy

Gray Matter - Take It Back

2009-12-25T10:19:00.000-08:00

Gray Matter - Take It Back (1985)

One of my favorite of the "revolution summer" Dischord releases. Their sound is melodic punk, with raw vocals and it strays away from the sheer aggression and speed of hardcore bands before them. If you're a fan of bands like Moss Icon, Beefeater, or Embrace, then you probably already have this record. If you don't, get it now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?yjvk2yzdmtn

Snapcase - Comatose

2009-12-24T21:43:00.000-08:00

Snapcase - Comatose (1992)

Fucking awesome first EP of an amazing band from Buffalo, NY. This 2 song EP is seriously amazing and to me a defining record for that heavy 90's metallic sound. I believe this EP had a different vocalist than the records that followed after but don't quote me on that. Either way great record from a time Victory Records was actually good. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?qnrawlmz4q2

Jaguarz - Jungle Jamz

2009-12-10T13:21:00.000-08:00

Jaguarz - Jungle Jamz (2003)

Another early Lockin Out exclusive and this album fucking rips. Jaguarz was an edge band from Boston. This, honestly, is probably one of my favorite Lockin Out releases. It's fast and not too complicated or overdone with hip hop influence. It's a shame this band was underrated and no one ever talks about them anymore. Great record nonetheless! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?joztqztcktj

Crunch Time - The Realness

2009-12-10T12:50:00.000-08:00

Crunch Time - The Realness (2003)

Yo, it's time for another Lockin' Out exclusive. This is Crunch Time, the Realness! I love this 7" so much. It's the typical Lockin Out sound, a little more youth crew sounding but with the rappy vocals very similar to Mental's vocals. Full of face paced riffs, sick transitions, and funky breakdowns, this is a must for any Lockin Out fan! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?qzf5qyvbzym

Bloodtype - Demo

2009-12-10T12:36:00.001-08:00

Bloodtype - Demo (2009)

One of my favorite demos of this year. This NJ straight edge bands brings it fast, raw, and pissed off. That's exactly how I like it! If you love bands like The Abused, Antidote, Straight Ahead, and SSD you'll be into this demo. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?yzewnhymjoq

Trial - Are These Our Lives?

2009-11-26T15:12:00.000-08:00

Trial - Are These Our Lives? (1999)

Not very often do you come across a perfect hardcore record. Well, luckily for you, this is one of them. Strong, insightful, political lyrics refined with a strong, technical sound. I seriously get chills from listening to this record from start to finish every time. I was even fortunate enough to see this band in their most recent (and most likely final) reunion in Chicago earlier this year. Trial is easily in my top favorite hardcore bands of all time, and it's all thanks to this record right here. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mnznzmqog4n

Social Justice - Unity Is Strength

2009-11-26T15:04:00.000-08:00

Social Justice - Unity Is Strength (1989)

Such an awesome, underrated band. I think this record repressed in 1995. Social Justice was from California and drew influences from bands like Uniform Choice, Bad Religion, Suicidal Tendencies, and Insted. Seriously this band is so underrated and if you haven't heard of them or this record, get it right now! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mmuxtm240uj

Blank Stare - S/T

2009-11-26T09:21:00.001-08:00

Blank Stare - S/T (2008)

This is Boston straight edge band, Blank Stare's LP and it's pretty damn good. This band recently broke up, which is kind of a bummer. It's fast, it's pissed off, it's edge, it's Boston hardcore. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?wdfzwwdm1yn

Remission - Accept

2009-11-26T09:14:00.000-08:00

Remission - Accept (2009)

This is the full length from the Chile sensation, Remission. I personally love this band as they remind me of Verbal Assault and One Step Ahead. If you're a fan of those bands, definitely check this out and purchase the record. Order it here: http://www.amendment-records.com/store.htm Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?y3yztkwgumj

Iceburn - Moon/Brew #9

2009-11-20T08:15:00.000-08:00

Iceburn - Moon/Brew #9 (1994)

I don't know much about this band to be honest, but there was a request for this 7" by someone who sent me a bunch of sweet music, so this is the least I could do in return. But from listening to this record, I can say this band is pretty much a jazz band. I mean the punk influence can be heard, but this is like straight jazz, which is awesome of course. So, Tim, I hope this made your day, haha. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?y2encw1yxfx

Brink - Garage Dayz

2009-11-10T21:25:00.000-08:00

Brink - Garage Days (2009)

This is the demo of a new Michigan band called Brink. It was recorded in a garage (hence the name of the demo) and it's actually pretty good for that quality. It was a strong Lockin Out feeling. It reminds me of Breakdown a lot with some Underdog which I can always get down with. Definitely check out this demo if you like those bands or Lockin Out. Hopefully this band puts out some more material with better quality because they are pretty damn sick. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?oyyzz3j5tky

Wake Up Call - One Eye Open

2009-10-12T08:01:00.000-07:00

Wake Up Call - One Eye Open (2006)

This is CD version of this record so it holds both the EP and the demo. It's too bad this band didn't stick around that long, because I could easily that they were top 5 favorite current bands. Every set I've seen was golden. This band was from Maine and had a good style of mixed influences. Please check it out! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?2m2cjmrz5ji

Ten Yard Fight / Fastbreak split

2009-10-12T07:57:00.000-07:00

Ten Yard Fight / Fastbreak split (1997)

Two great bands and this is a great split. What more can I say? Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?4djomtwzoxn

Up Front - Movement

2009-10-12T07:52:00.000-07:00

Up Front - Movement (1997)

Late Up Front release. Veyr post hardcore-esque but I really like it a lot. The vocals are very monotone throughout the entire album, but to me it still really fits. This album sounds nothing like Spirit so if you're expecting that, don't. Check it out anyway! Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?2ndtzmefuzy

Trial - Foundation

2009-10-02T23:10:00.000-07:00

Trial - Foundation (1997)

This is easily one of the best hardcore bands of all time. Strong, political lyrics supported by a strong, technical sound. This isn't quite as technical as the LP that followed after, but it's very good none the less. Think Strife, or even earlier, Judge. Very good EP. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mqwnjqjj3wj

The Icemen - Rest In Peace

2009-09-28T11:03:00.000-07:00

The Icemen - Rest In Peace (1991)

An awesome NYHC band. Check out this EP. Mosh. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?jaz2qgdzjzm

The Rival Mob - Bitter Rivals Demo

2009-09-28T10:56:00.000-07:00

The Rival Mob - Bitter Rivals Demo (2007)

One of my favorite current bands. I believe the frontman in this band also sand for XfilesX. If you dig the whole NYHC influenced Lockin Out sound, you'll enjoy this record. This band still retains originality with it, too. Seriously check out this demo. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?h1yz2ry2zdz

Outspoken - The Current

2009-09-28T10:47:00.000-07:00

Outspoken - The Current (1994)

This is an amazing 7" by a band that was definitely underrated. Heavy 90's sound mixed with melodic youth crew-esque influence. If you don't have this record, please get this right now and take a listen. The piano intro to the song, Current, does it for me every time. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zzmzc2jralj

Waste Management - Get Your Mind Right

2009-09-26T21:22:00.000-07:00

Waste Management - Get Your Mind Right (2007)

Early 80's boston and new york inspired hardcore. Vocals, you'll think SSD immediately. This band is seriously great. Very fast, pissed, and straight edge! A nice Agnostic Front cover squeezed into this EP as well. Please check it out as this is easily one of the best current hardcore bands right now. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?iemmmydjmov

Follow Through - Taking It Back

2009-09-26T21:17:00.000-07:00

Follow Through - Taking It Back (1997)

CT straight edge band that's very underrated. I believe this band was fronted by Craig Mack, current singer of the band Living Hell, who is also a great band. Check out this LP, because Follow Through is a sweet band. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?uwmnljxgqzn

Underdog - True Blue

2009-09-23T12:13:00.000-07:00

Underdog - True Blue (1986)

One of my favorite EP's of all time by a band that I just can't get enough of, Underdog. This EP (referred to as both True Blue or S/T) also has my favorite Underdog song on it, Say It To My Face. This EP is great and a must have for every one into hardcore, even if you don't like it. Get it anyway. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?nhgtdtm1jjc

Not Sorry - Demo

2009-09-23T11:54:00.001-07:00

Not Sorry - Demo (2009)

The northwest comes out with this awesome fucking band called Not Sorry. When I first heard this I was blown away. This band is hard. I also believe they promote the vegetarian lifestyle. Awesome. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?zyfikdzeyyn

Gone But Not Forgotten - Seattle Crew Demo

2009-09-23T08:21:00.000-07:00

Gone But Not Forgotten - Seattle Crew Demo (2008)

The northwest does it again with this solid band GBNF. Judge, Warzone, Brotherhood, Killing Time, Youth Of Today. You get a feel of all these bands when you listen to GBNF. They are hard and pissed off and an awesome band who needs to play the east coast already. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?gmyhztjniiz

No Tolerance - Boston Straight Edge Demo

2009-09-23T08:19:00.001-07:00

No Tolerance - Boston Straight Edge Demo (2008)

This band made their debut at 2008's Edge Day show in Boston. Though I missed it, this band still kills. Judge? Confront? Brotherhood? NO TOLERANCE. Check this demo out because it rules. Enjoy.

http://www.mediafire.com/?mzdzjmyjygh