Description
Slapshot – Olde Tyme Hardcore – White Vinyl Record
Released in 1996, Olde Tyme Hardcore is the fifth studio album by Slapshot, the legendary Boston hardcore band. Known for their aggressive, straight-edge ethos and no-nonsense approach to hardcore punk, Slapshot continued their legacy with this album, delivering raw, fast, and intense tracks that stay true to their roots.
Slapshot, formed in 1985 by former members of Negative FX, Last Rights, and DYS, became a defining force in Boston hardcore. By the time Olde Tyme Hardcore was released, the band had already gone through multiple lineup changes, but frontman Choke (Jack Kelly) remained the driving force behind their uncompromising sound.
This album was seen as a return to form after the more metal-leaning Blast Furnace (1993). With Olde Tyme Hardcore, Slapshot embraced a back-to-basics approach, stripping away any excess and focusing on their trademark short, furious, and straight-to-the-point hardcore anthems.
Notable Tracks
“Olde Tyme Hardcore” – The title track sets the tone, an anthem to staying true to the hardcore spirit despite changing trends.
“Silence” – A classic hard-hitting, mid-tempo stomper that showcases Slapshot’s ability to mix speed with groove.
“Locash” – A fast and furious track that reflects their disdain for sellouts and trends in the punk scene.
“Lip Service” – Another blast of pure hardcore energy, featuring some of Choke’s most venomous lyrics.
“I Want You Dead” – A brutally direct song with unapologetically aggressive lyrics, a hallmark of Slapshot’s style.
Olde Tyme Hardcore was well received by fans of traditional hardcore, particularly those who had followed Slapshot since their early days. While the mid-’90s saw many hardcore bands experimenting with metal and alternative influences, Slapshot’s refusal to change their sound made this album a cult favorite among purists.
The album remains an important piece of Boston hardcore history, capturing the gritty, unfiltered essence of hardcore punk. For fans of bands like Agnostic Front, SSD, and Sick of It All, Olde Tyme Hardcore is a must-listen.
500 copies made
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Coaches Speech
Old Tyme Hardcore
Silence
Pennies From Heaven
What’s On Your Mind
What’s In My Head
Lip Service
Get It Away
If You Had
I Knew I’d Lose
