What makes Demonstrating My Style by Madball notable?

'Demonstrating My Style' is significant for its raw energy and direct approach, which resonated deeply within the hardcore community. The album has been influential in cementing the New York hardcore sound and is often cited as a key release during the genre's resurgence in the mid-90s. Released in 1996, 'Demonstrating My Style' was Madball's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Set It Off' in 1994. At this point, the band had solidified their presence in the hardcore scene and were actively shaping its direction with their sound and lyrical themes.

Who is Demonstrating My Style for?

Demonstrating My Style works well if you're into short bursts of raw energy, for intense workouts and unfiltered aggression and passion.

How many songs are on Demonstrating My Style?

Demonstrating My Style has 14 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Demonstrating My Style

Madball · 1996

27 min · 14 tracks · hardcore punk · New York hardcore

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and impassioned vocals that encapsulates the spirit of East Coast hardcore.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of raw energy
for intense workouts
unfiltered aggression and passion
quick anthems for adrenaline rush

Maybe skip if you want

prefer longer, drawn-out tracks
seek subtle, intricate details

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1996, 'Demonstrating My Style' was Madball's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Set It Off' in 1994. At this point, the band had solidified their presence in the hardcore scene and were actively shaping its direction with their sound and lyrical themes.
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