Description
Dropdead – Demos 1991 – Vinyl Record
This LP compiles the first and second demos plus one track from a compilation. All the songs were recorded in 1991.
Dropdead – Demos 1991 refers to a collection of early recordings by the American hardcore punk band Dropdead. Known for their ferocious speed and politically charged lyrics, Dropdead emerged from the vibrant punk scene of Providence, Rhode Island. The demos recorded in 1991 are crucial for understanding the band’s raw, unfiltered beginnings and their commitment to the DIY ethics typical of hardcore punk.
These demo recordings capture the intense energy and aggressive sound that would define Dropdead’s music. They include a series of fast-paced tracks that are typically short, rarely lasting more than a minute or two, reflecting the band’s grindcore influences. The lyrical themes often revolve around social justice, animal rights, and anti-war sentiments, showcasing the band’s activism and its role in the punk community.
While these demos might lack the polished production of later studio releases, they are valued by fans and collectors for their authenticity and the glimpse they offer into the band’s formative stages. The 1991 demos are not only a testament to Dropdead’s musical ferocity but also a snapshot of the early 90s hardcore scene, characterized by a raw sound and a confrontational stance against societal issues.
For anyone interested in the history of hardcore punk and its more extreme offshoots, Dropdead – Demos 1991 provides an essential insight into one of the genre’s most uncompromising bands.
3rd pressing on green opaque vinyl
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Intro
Unjustified Murder
At The Cost Of An Animal
Doorway To Extinction
Direct Action
Wound Runs Deep
Power
Ignorant
The Circle Complete
Attention
Confused
Easy Way Out
Follow Blindly
Protest
Chosen Path
In The Name
War System
Is This Life?
Do You Choose Life
Fucking Assholes
Strength In Your Conviction
Deliver Yourself
Legacy Of Death
Only A Fool
Survival
Untitled
Pliers
Black Diamond Outro
