What makes Shootin' Up the World by Discharge notable?

'Shootin' Up the World' is significant for its exploration of darker themes in hardcore punk and its reception as a bold statement during a time when the genre was evolving. It received mixed reviews but still resonated within the underground scene, influencing subsequent bands in the punk and metal genres. By 1993, Discharge was transitioning from their influential early work into a more experimental phase. 'Shootin' Up the World' marked their first album after a lengthy hiatus and lineup changes, showcasing a sonic evolution while maintaining their punk roots.

Who is Shootin' Up the World for?

Shootin' Up the World works well if you're into raw energy for cathartic release, intense bursts of aggression and short tracks for quick listening.

How many songs are on Shootin' Up the World?

Shootin' Up the World has 11 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.

Shootin' Up the World

Discharge · 1993

31 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk

Raw, aggressive hardcore punk energy collides with darkly introspective lyrics and relentless rhythms.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

raw energy for cathartic release
intense bursts of aggression
short tracks for quick listening
darkly introspective lyrical themes
early energy that declines

Maybe skip if you want

prefer mellow, soothing sounds
look for lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context: By 1993, Discharge was transitioning from their influential early work into a more experimental phase. 'Shootin' Up the World' marked their first album after a lengthy hiatus and lineup changes, showcasing a sonic evolution while maintaining their punk roots.
Stylistic neighbors: Agnostic Front· GBH· Chaos UK