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United Blood

Agnostic Front · 1983

6 min · 10 tracks · crossover thrash ยท New York hardcore

A blistering barrage of frenetic riffs and raw energy that defines the early New York hardcore scene.

United Blood is an EP by Agnostic Front, released in 1983. A blistering barrage of frenetic riffs and raw energy that defines the early New York hardcore scene. 'United Blood' is significant for its raw energy and lyrical content that addressed social issues, setting a precedent for future hardcore bands. The EP's impact helped shape the genre's identity, leading to critical acclaim from punk scenes and solidifying Agnostic Front's status as pioneers of hardcore music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does United Blood sound like?

A blistering barrage of frenetic riffs and raw energy that defines the early New York hardcore scene. Rooted in crossover thrash and New York hardcore.

What makes United Blood by Agnostic Front notable?

'United Blood' is significant for its raw energy and lyrical content that addressed social issues, setting a precedent for future hardcore bands. The EP's impact helped shape the genre's identity, leading to critical acclaim from punk scenes and solidifying Agnostic Front's status as pioneers of hardcore music. Released in January 1983, 'United Blood' was Agnostic Front's debut EP, introducing their aggressive sound at the dawn of the hardcore punk movement. The band was still relatively unknown, but this release laid the groundwork for their influential career, establishing them as key players in the burgeoning New York hardcore scene.

How many songs are on United Blood?

United Blood has 10 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·6:21

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 No One Rules Standout 0:25
  • 2 Final War 0:22
  • 3 Last Warning 0:48
  • 4 Tratior 0:25
  • 5 Friend or Foe 1:16
  • 6 United Blood Standout 1:13
  • 7 Fight 0:15
  • 8 Discriminate Me Standout 0:42
  • 9 In Control 0:30
  • 10 Crucial Change 0:25

Release Date

January 1, 1983

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

6 min 21 sec