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Bl’ast! – The Power Of Expression – Cassette

The Power of Expression is the second studio album by the American hardcore punk band Bl’ast!, released in 1986. Bl’ast! formed in Santa Cruz, California in the early 1980s and gained recognition for their intense and aggressive sound that combined elements of punk, hardcore, and metal.

The Power of Expression showcases Bl’ast!’s raw and heavy style with fast-paced and aggressive tracks. The album features a mix of high-energy punk riffs, thrash-inspired guitar work, and powerful vocals. Lyrically, the album explores personal struggles, societal issues, and introspective themes.

Notable tracks from The Power of Expression include ‘Time Waits (For No One),’ ‘Something Beyond,’ ‘The Future,’ and the title track, ‘Time to think.’ The album is characterized by its blistering guitar solos, pounding drums, and frontman Clifford Dinsmore’s intense vocal delivery.

Despite receiving critical acclaim for their powerful sound and energetic performances, Bl’ast! faced challenges in gaining widespread commercial success. Internal conflicts and lineup changes within the band led to their breakup in the late 1980s, shortly after the release of ‘The Power of Expression.’

Over the years, Bl’ast! has gained a cult following and the album is regarded as a seminal release within the hardcore punk genre. Its aggressive and heavy sound, combined with its introspective lyrics, continues to resonate with fans of punk and metal music.

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Track Listing
time to think
surf and destroy
fuckin with my head
EIB
Our Explanation
The Future
Break It Down
Time Waits For No One
I Don’t Need It
Its Alive
Look Into Myself
Nightmare
Something Beyond