Hardcore Lives cover

Released 12 years ago this June

Hardcore Lives

Madball · 2014

36 min · 17 tracks · hardcore punk · New York hardcore

Raw energy and fierce determination collide in a relentless celebration of hardcore punk roots.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energetic flow throughout
  • short bursts of intensity
  • celebration of raw determination
  • for high-energy workouts
  • sing-along anthems for fans

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy, atmospheric pieces
  • seek intricate musical exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 27, 2014, 'Hardcore Lives' marked Madball's return after a five-year hiatus since their last album, 'Empire'. The band continued to solidify their legacy within the New York hardcore scene while introducing newer fans to their aggressive sound and message.
Stylistic neighbors
H2O· Sick of It All· Earth Crisis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:14
  • 2 Hardcore Lives 2:07
  • 3 The Balance 2:49
  • 4 Doc Marten Stomp 3:23
  • 5 DNA 2:30
  • 6 True School 2:13
  • 7 The Here and Now 2:20
  • 8 Nothing to Me 2:52
  • 9 My Armor 1:38
  • 10 Beacon of Light 1:59
  • 11 Born Strong 2:13
  • 12 Spirit 1:53
  • 13 Mi Palabra 2:09
  • 14 NBNC 0:27
  • 15 For the Judged 2:15
  • 16 The Beast 2:10
  • 17 Spit on Your Grave 1:51

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