Start Today
Gorilla Biscuits · 1989
42 tracks · hardcore punk · New York hardcore
A fiery fusion of aggressive riffs and melodic undertones that captures the rebellious spirit of late '80s hardcore punk.
Why this album works
'Start Today' is significant for its critical reception and impact on the hardcore punk genre, often cited as one of the definitive albums of the late '80s. The album's blend of melody and aggression influenced countless bands in the punk and hardcore scenes, solidifying Gorilla Biscuits' place in music history.
- Best for
- frantic bursts of energy rebel spirit and urgency sing-along moments with friends
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Start Today' was Gorilla Biscuits' debut studio album following their notable EP 'Gorilla Biscuits'. At this point, the band was at the forefront of the New York hardcore scene, helping to define its sound and ethos while transitioning from a local influence to a more nationally recognized act.
- Stylistic neighbors
- 25 ta Life· Biohazard· Madball
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Direction Standout
- 2 Stand Still
- 3 Degradation
- 4 Good Intentions Standout
- 5 Forgotten
- 6 Things We Say
- 7 Start Today
- 8 Two Sides
- 9 First Failure
- 10 Competition Standout
- 11 Time Flies
- 12 Cats and Dogs
- 13 Sitting Round at Home
- 14 Biscuit Power
- 15 [silence]
- 16 [silence]
- 17 [silence]
- 18 [silence]
- 19 [silence]
- 20 [silence]
- 21 [silence]
- 22 [silence]
- 23 [silence]
- 24 [silence]
- 25 [silence]
- 26 [silence]
- 27 [silence]
- 28 [silence]
- 29 [silence]
- 30 [silence]
- 31 [silence]
- 32 [silence]
- 33 [silence]
- 34 [silence]
- 35 [silence]
- 36 [silence]
- 37 [silence]
- 38 [silence]
- 39 [silence]
- 40 [silence]
- 41 [silence]
- 42 [untitled]
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