As the forefathers of “Skate Punk” Agression we’re on the front lines as they fused the union between skateboarding and punk rock cultures. Their fast-paced, aggressive songs not only became anthems for generations to come, but their convergence of punk’s anger and simplicity, mixed with the furious speed of hardcore, became the blueprint for all skate punk bands to follow. As they innovated, everyone else imitated.
Agression emerged from southern California in the early ’80s. Their debut album ‘Don’t Be Mistaken’ was initially released on B.Y.O. in 1983 and is full of rapid-fire skatepunk rhythm and truly stands as a crowning achievement of the movement. The vocals are literally spit out, and the songs are as melodic as they are thrashy. Agression is considered to be the pioneers of the unique hardcore punk movement affectionately dubbed “Nardcore,” created by combining the words “Oxnard” and “Hardcore,” which originated in Oxnard, California. Outside of Agression this Southern California scene featured bands such as Stalag 13, Dr. know, Scared Straight, and False Confession.
This masterpiece has been remastered by David Gardner from the original analog tapes. It has been repackaged, featuring a beautiful 20-page full-color book on the oral history of the band from inception through the making of “Don’t Be Mistaken” narrated by John Reis (Rocket From The Crypt, Hot Snakes, and Drive Like Jehu). It includes insights from the likes of Roger Miret (Agnostic Front) Rikk Agnew (Adolescents) and Jeff Fahl (Angry Samoans), and many others, as well as unpublished flyers, photos, and other fun little trinkets. The original packaging, including labels, lyric sheets, and original colorways, have been reproduced in exact detail.
Agression is one of the best skate punk bands of all time, and this iconic release is perfect for fans of the Adolescents, Black Flag, T.S.O.L., and the Circle Jerks.
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Tracklist:
01. It Can Happen
02. Brain Bondage
03. Non Person
04. Body Count
05. Money Machine
06. No Mercy
07. Don't Be Mistaken
08. Intense Energy
09. S.A.T.C.
10. Locals Only
11. Insomnia
12. Secret Sex
13. Stop The Clock
14. Cat Killer
