Based on a True Story
Sick of It All · 2010
33 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk · New York hardcore
Relentless hardcore punk energy meets pointed social commentary in a blistering sonic assault.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- relentless energy for quick bursts
- social commentary through urgency
- for short, intense sessions
- fast-paced tracks for adrenaline
- headbanging anthems with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer laid-back listening experiences
- want longer, immersive tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 20, 2010, 'Based on a True Story' is Sick of It All's ninth studio album and follows their 2006 record 'Sworn Enemy.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status as veterans of the New York hardcore scene, continuing to influence younger acts while remaining committed to their roots and message.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madball· H2O· Earth Crisis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Death or Jail 2:50
- 2 The Divide 2:50
- 3 Dominated 2:09
- 4 A Month of Sundays 2:34
- 5 Braveheart 0:45
- 6 Bent Outta Shape 1:53
- 7 Lowest Common Denominator 2:15
- 8 Good Cop 2:26
- 9 Lifeline 2:31
- 10 Watch It Burn 2:32
- 11 Waiting for the Day 2:24
- 12 Long as She's Standing 2:32
- 13 Nobody Rules 2:38
- 14 Dirty Money 2:57
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