Description
Biohazard – State Of The World Address – 180 Gram Vinyl Record
Released on May 24, 1994, State of the World Address was Biohazard’s third studio album, a defining moment in hardcore, metal, and hip-hop fusion. Following the success of Urban Discipline (1992), the Brooklyn-based band continued refining their aggressive, streetwise sound, blending hardcore punk, thrash metal, and rap-style vocal deliveries into a record that was both socially aware and brutally intense.
With tight, groove-heavy riffs, politically charged lyrics, and a raw, street-tough attitude, State of the World Address solidified Biohazard as one of the most influential crossover bands of the ‘90s, bridging the gap between metal, punk, and hip-hop culture.
Musically, State of the World Address builds upon Biohazard’s signature blend of hardcore punk and heavy metal, while further integrating hip-hop’s rhythmic vocal delivery and urban storytelling. The album is packed with crunchy, groove-laden guitar riffs that lean into thrash metal and hardcore punk aggression. Aggressive, shouted vocals from Evan Seinfeld and Billy Graziadei, often trading off in a call-and-response style reminiscent of rap duos. Funky, groove-heavy basslines, which add a hip-hop-inspired bounce to the band’s otherwise crushing sound. Slam-worthy breakdowns, making it a favorite among hardcore and metal crowds alike.
The production, handled by Ed Stasium (known for his work with Ramones and Living Colour), gives the album a polished but still raw and aggressive edge, allowing every riff, bass groove, and shouted lyric to hit with full force.
Biohazard has always been known for their socially conscious, street-level lyrics, and State of the World Address takes this to another level. Unlike bands that glorify violence, Biohazard presents it as a reality of the world they grew up in, offering a brutally honest perspective rather than a glorification of destruction.
Key Tracks That Defined State of the World Address
State of the World Address – The opening title track, setting the tone with heavy riffs, politically charged lyrics, and a call to action.
Down for Life – A groove-heavy anthem about loyalty, survival, and standing strong in the face of adversity.
How It Is (feat. Sen Dog of Cypress Hill) – A crossover rap-metal track that highlights Biohazard’s ability to seamlessly blend genres.
Love Denied – One of the most emotionally intense tracks, dealing with personal betrayal and heartbreak in a raw, aggressive way.
Pride – A tribute to staying true to oneself and one’s roots, backed by an anthemic chorus and heavy breakdowns.
State of the World Address was both critically acclaimed and commercially successful, charting on the Billboard 200 and earning Biohazard mainstream recognition without compromising their underground credibility. The album helped cement rap-metal and hardcore crossover as a legitimate movement, influencing later acts like Limp Bizkit, Korn, and Rage Against the Machine. Gave Biohazard international exposure, leading to major tours with bands like Pantera and Slayer. Showed that hardcore punk and hip-hop could share the same rebellious, anti-authority spirit, opening doors for future genre fusions.
State of the World Address remains one of the defining hardcore/metal albums of the 1990s, capturing both the aggression and social awareness of the era. Its blend of metal, punk, and hip-hop still resonates today, proving that Biohazard was ahead of its time in fusing genres while staying brutally authentic.
For fans of hardcore punk, groove metal, and politically charged music, State of the World Address is a must-listen—a raw, uncompromising album that hits just as hard today as it did in 1994.
180 gram audiophile vinyl
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic sealed
Track Listing
State Of The World Address
Down For Life
What Makes Us Tick
Tales From The Hard Side
How It Is
Remember
Five Blocks To The Subway
Each Day
Failed Territory
Lack There Of
Pride
Human Animal
Cornered
Love Denied
