Blood-Red States cover

Released 20 years ago

Blood-Red States

Witch Hunt · 2006

24 min · 10 tracks · hardcore punk

Fierce hardcore punk energy collides with introspective lyrics, capturing a raw urgency that reflects the socio-political climate of its time.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Desperation — This opening track sets a frantic pace with aggressive instrumentals and sharp vocals, encapsulating the album's raw emotional energy and urgency.
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    Blood-Red States — The title track confronts political unrest directly, showcasing both lyrical depth and a compelling hook that highlights the band's critique of American society.
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    Shades of Grey — This song features a melodic yet hard-hitting approach, blending introspection with powerful instrumentation, illustrating the complexities of personal and political narratives.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • War-Coma

    The moment shifts from vivid imagery of conflict to a haunting reflection on the numbness that follows violence.

    This transition highlights the psychological toll of war, contrasting chaotic scenes with an emotional stillness that deepens the impact.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Desperation 2:46
  • 2 Obscenity 2:02
  • 3 Blindfold 2:10
  • 4 War-Coma 2:19
  • 5 Shades of Grey 3:23
  • 6 Blood-Red States 2:23
  • 7 All Torn Up 2:57
  • 8 Wall 2:28
  • 9 Take It All Away 1:29
  • 10 Twenty-Five 2:19

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