Against All Odds
Conflict · 1989
33 min · 6 tracks · hardcore punk
A relentless barrage of political urgency wrapped in aggressive hardcore punk rhythms and anthemic shouts.
Top tracks — play these first
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Against All Odds — The title track serves as a powerful manifesto encapsulating the band's ethos, combining lengthy instrumental passages with urgent lyrical calls to action. Its ambitious structure showcases Conflict's ability to fuse intricate arrangements with punk intensity.
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Slaughter of Innocence — This track stands out for its biting critique of war and violence, delivered through blistering riffs and relentless drumming that heighten its emotional weight. It exemplifies the band's commitment to addressing uncomfortable truths.
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A Message to Who — This song features an infectious chorus that underscores a direct appeal for awareness and activism, making it both memorable and impactful. Its straightforward approach highlights Conflict’s skill in merging catchy hooks with serious themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers intense political messages through relentless punk rhythms, maintaining strong cohesion but limited melodic variety.
What we noticed
- Each track maintains a high tempo, with aggressive guitar riffs and shouted vocals that create a sense of urgency.
- The lyrics are direct and politically charged, often addressing social issues without metaphor.
- The album features a consistent sound throughout, with little variation in style or pacing across the six tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- political urgency in every note
- brief bursts of fierce intensity
- engaging anthems for protest settings
- cathartic release of pent-up energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer mellow, soothing sounds
- avoid aggressive, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Against All Odds' was Conflict's third studio album, following their acclaimed release 'From the Cradle to the Grave.' At this point in their career, the band was firmly established within the UK punk scene, known for blending socio-political commentary with raw musical energy. This album continued to build on their reputation as a voice of dissent against societal injustices.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Crass· Minor Threat· Agnostic Front
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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A State of Mind
The bridge shifts from a collective perspective to an introspective examination of personal responsibility in societal issues.
This structural choice emphasizes the transition from external critique to personal accountability, urging listeners to reflect on their own roles in challenging injustices.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Against All Odds 14:09
- 2 Slaughter of Innocence 4:30
- 3 Assured Mutual Destruction 2:39
- 4 The Greatest Show on Earth 3:19
- 5 A Message to Who 3:32
- 6 A State of Mind 4:55
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