What makes Anarkophobia by Ratos de Porão notable?

Anarkophobia is notable for its impact on the Brazilian punk scene, contributing to the rise of crossover thrash music in the early '90s. The album's raw energy and political themes resonated well within underground circles, earning it a place as a defining work that influenced many subsequent Brazilian hardcore bands. Released in 1991, Anarkophobia is Ratos de Porão's third studio album, following the critical success of their previous release, Cada Passo Como Um Último. At this point, the band had solidified its presence in the Brazilian hardcore scene and was gaining international recognition for their aggressive sound and political lyrics.

Who is Anarkophobia for?

Anarkophobia works well if you're into steady aggressive energy flow, for high-energy workouts and short bursts of intensity.

How many songs are on Anarkophobia?

Anarkophobia has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Anarkophobia

Ratos de Porão · 1991

36 min · 10 tracks · hardcore punk

Frenetic riffs and raw vocals intertwine in a chaotic celebration of punk's rebellious spirit with a heavy crossover influence.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Counting the Dead — The opening track sets a relentless pace with its aggressive guitar riffs and haunting lyrics about mortality, establishing the album's dark tone.
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(All I Need Is) Hatred — This track encapsulates the band's anti-establishment stance, with powerful lyrics that critique societal norms amidst a blistering musical backdrop.
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Mad Society — With its frenetic tempo and biting commentary on contemporary life, this track exemplifies Ratos de Porão's blend of intensity and social critique.
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TV Slave — A scathing indictment of media consumption, this track features catchy hooks layered over fierce instrumentation, highlighting the band's crossover appeal.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album's frenetic energy and political themes mark it as a significant entry in the hardcore punk genre.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a relentless tempo, maintaining high energy through the first five songs before slowing slightly in the second half.
Vocals are delivered in a raw, aggressive style, often layered with backing shouts that enhance the chaotic feel of the music.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

steady aggressive energy flow
for high-energy workouts
short bursts of intensity
cathartic release of frustration
focused listening with urgency

Maybe skip if you

prefer mellow background music
need longer, gradual builds

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1991, Anarkophobia is Ratos de Porão's third studio album, following the critical success of their previous release, Cada Passo Como Um Último. At this point, the band had solidified its presence in the Brazilian hardcore scene and was gaining international recognition for their aggressive sound and political lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors: Napalm Death· Discharge· Cro-Mags