In the Beginning
Cro-Mags · 2020
38 min · 13 tracks · hardcore punk · crossover thrash
Ferocious riffs collide with raw, unfiltered energy, embodying the spirit of hardcore punk and crossover thrash.
Why this album works
'In the Beginning' received significant attention for its return after a lengthy hiatus, showcasing the band's enduring impact on the hardcore punk genre. The album's release was met with positive reviews, highlighting its blend of classic thrash elements with modern production techniques, reinforcing Cro-Mags' status as pioneers in the scene.
- Best for
- short, intense listening bursts steady emotional build-up raw energy and urgency
- Context
- Released on June 19, 2020, 'In the Beginning' marks Cro-Mags' first studio album in over two decades, following their 2000 EP 'Retribution'. This album comes during a period of rejuvenated interest in the band's legacy and influence in the hardcore scene, reflecting both their historical roots and contemporary relevance.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ratos de Porão· 25 ta Life· Suicidal Tendencies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don’t Give In Standout 3:00
- 2 Drag You Under 1:32
- 3 No One’s Victim Standout 2:39
- 4 From the Grave 2:18
- 5 No One’s Coming 4:38
- 6 PTSD Standout 3:30
- 7 The Final Test 3:23
- 8 One Bad Decision 2:12
- 9 Two Hours 2:24
- 10 Don’t Talk About It 2:08
- 11 Between Wars (inst.) 5:49
- 12 No Turning Back 2:19
- 13 There Was a Time 2:28
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