Extreme Noise Terror
Extreme Noise Terror · 2015
26 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk
Raw, relentless grindcore assaults collide with hardcore punk's fierce energy, delivering a visceral critique of societal norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Punk Rock Patrol — Opening the album with a blistering pace, this track encapsulates the band's critique of commercialized punk culture while delivering an unyielding sonic assault.
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No One Is Innocent — This track stands out for its biting lyrics addressing moral hypocrisy, presented through chaotic instrumentals that amplify its message of disillusionment.
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Only in It for the Music Pt. 27 (Black Putrefaction) — This closing track serves as a furious manifesto against insincerity in the music industry, combining frenetic rhythms with incisive social critique.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album delivers relentless energy with aggressive vocals and chaotic structures, characteristic of grindcore's raw sound.
What we noticed
- Vocals are delivered in a harsh, aggressive style that often overlaps with the instrumentation, blurring the lines between melody and noise.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, shifting from grindcore blasts to slower, heavier breakdowns, enhancing the chaotic feel.
- 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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6/10
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
- frenetic bursts of aggressive energy
- short tracks for quick intensity
- visceral critiques of societal norms
- high-octane anthems for rebellion
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- want melodic, soothing sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Extreme Noise Terror, a pioneer of the grindcore genre, released this self-titled album in 2015 as their first studio effort in over a decade. Following the band’s late '80s and early '90s prominence, this album marked a significant return, showcasing their enduring influence in the underground music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Napalm Death· Carcass· Pig Destroyer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Punk Rock Patrol 2:12
- 2 Dogma, Intolerance, Control 1:26
- 3 No One Is Innocent 3:33
- 4 I Like Coca 2:06
- 5 Think Outside the Box 1:27
- 6 Chained & Crazed 1:48
- 7 An Endless Cycle of Misery 1:57
- 8 Sheep in Wolf's Clothing 1:46
- 9 Cash and Trash 1:36
- 10 Cruel and Unusual Punishment 2:12
- 11 Last Fix of Fame 1:51
- 12 Cage Paralysis 2:04
- 13 Only in It for the Music Pt. 27 (Black Putrefaction) 2:03
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