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No Use For A Name – Incognito – Cassette
Incognito was No Use for a Name’s debut full-length, a solid slab of hulking hardcore with mighty fists full of metal. At this point, the group was a trio comprised of Tony Sly, Rory Koff, and bassist Steve Papoutsis. Melodies were at a premium, the rhythms were pusillanimous, the attitude angry, and the atmosphere threatening. On the almost Neurosis-like “It Won’t Happen Again,” they’re absolutely menacing, a far cry from their more contemporary sound.
No Use For A Name is a punk rock band from California, United States. They were active from 1986 until 2012 and were known for their melodic punk sound and introspective lyrics. Incognito is the title of one of their albums.
The album Incognito by No Use For A Name was released in 1990. It was their first studio album and showcased their signature blend of fast-paced punk rock with catchy melodies. The album features songs like “It Won’t Happen Again,” “Record Thieves,” and “Power Bitch?” The lyrics often touch upon personal struggles, relationships, and societal issues.
No Use For A Name gained a loyal following in the punk rock community, and their music resonated with fans who appreciated their melodic and energetic sound. Over the years, they released several albums and became a respected band within the punk rock scene.
However, there are hints of their future direction. “Truth Hits Everybody,” for example, is fast and furious, with a contagious melody and an anthemic, harmony-rinsed chorus. Producers Brett Gurewitz and Donnell Cameron give the whole album a shine, smoothing down the more jagged edges and gracing the album with a more coherent feel than the group really had in those early days. No Use for a Name had a way to go, and at this point they were more in the thrall of metal than punk. That would change.
Unfortunately, the band’s lead vocalist and primary songwriter, Tony Sly, passed away in 2012, leading to the disbandment of No Use For A Name. However, their music continues to be cherished by fans, and their albums, including “Incognito,” remain popular among punk rock enthusiasts.
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Track Listing
1. DMV
2. Sign The Bill
3. It Won’t Happen Again
4. Hail to the King
5. Weirdo
6. Truth Hits Everybody
7. Felix
8. Noitall
9. I Detest
10. Puppet Show
11. Record Thieves
12. Power Bitch
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