Liberty and Justice For...
Agnostic Front · 1987
25 min · 11 tracks · crossover thrash
Raw energy collides with socially conscious lyrics in a relentless barrage of hardcore punk and crossover thrash.
Top tracks — play these first
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Liberty & Justice — The opening track sets the tone with its anthemic chorus and fierce instrumentation, encapsulating the album's spirit of defiance against societal issues.
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Hypocrisy — This track critiques societal double standards with sharp lyrics and frenetic pacing, showcasing the band's ability to blend aggression with insightful commentary.
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Censored — Addressing themes of freedom of expression, this track delivers a potent message wrapped in relentless riffs, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases raw energy and socially conscious lyrics typical of its genre, making it a notable entry in crossover thrash.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced title track that sets a relentless tempo, which is maintained through the first half of the record.
- Tracks often feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of urgency and chaos typical of hardcore punk.
- Lyrically, the songs address social issues directly, with verses often delivered in a shouted vocal style that emphasizes their confrontational nature.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- short bursts of raw energy
- intense anthems for rebellion
- energizing tracks for workouts
- socially charged lyrical content
- quick, powerful listening experience
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, immersive albums
- seek mellow or relaxed sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Liberty and Justice For... was Agnostic Front's third studio album, following the influential Cause for Alarm from 1986. At this point, the band had solidified their place within the New York hardcore scene, gaining recognition for their aggressive sound and politically charged messages.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sick of It All· Cro-Mags· H2O
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Censored
The verses confront censorship directly, highlighting the struggle for free speech with a call to action against oppressive forces.
The direct confrontation with censorship not only underlines the album's political stance but also reflects broader struggles faced by artists during the era.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Liberty & Justice 2:56
- 2 Crucial Moment 1:08
- 3 Strength 2:43
- 4 Genesis 1:37
- 5 Anthem 2:52
- 6 Another Side 2:51
- 7 Happened Yesterday 2:29
- 8 Lost 1:59
- 9 Hypocrisy 2:47
- 10 Crucified 2:28
- 11 Censored 2:00
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