Madball "Empire"

Let's get one thing clear; when it comes to New York Hardcore, Sick Of It All will now and forever hold my vote for the kings of NYHC. Still, Madball reigns along side them at the top of my list.

If you've heard their last release or any other bad ass Madball record, you know what to expect. Empire is tough, street wise and heavy as fuck. Lets talk about some standout tracks starting with the opening song "Invigorate" with its driving double bass attack and defiant lyrics. Track 4 "All Or Nothing" is another hand pick and will have you smashing your enemy and singing along in the process, no kidding this song is catchy. My personal favorite happens to be "R.A.H.C." ( REAL American Hardcore) ,which is a violently fast "FUCK YOU!" to naysayers who claim hardcore is dead and buried (Looking forward to that American Hardcore re-write Mr. Blush...).

Another great Madball record. Still throwing punches and perhaps more relevent than ever.

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