Urban Discipline
Biohazard · 1992
74 min · 18 tracks · hardcore punk · groove metal · rap metal
A relentless fusion of hardcore punk and rap metal, punctuated by gritty lyrics and aggressive rhythms.
Why this album works
'Urban Discipline' gained significant attention for its innovative blend of styles, helping to pave the way for the nu-metal movement in the late '90s. The album's standout track 'Wrong Side of the Tracks' resonated with audiences, contributing to the band's rise in popularity and charting on Billboard's Heatseekers list.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing fluctuations
- Context
- Released in January 1992, 'Urban Discipline' was Biohazard's second studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the New York hardcore scene, blending elements of hip-hop with heavy metal to carve out a unique sound that would influence future genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sick of It All· Madball· 25 ta Life
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chamber Spins Three 3:41
- 2 Punishment 4:44
- 3 Shades of Grey Standout 3:26
- 4 Business 4:04
- 5 Black and White and Red All Over 4:04
- 6 Man With a Promise 3:20
- 7 Disease 4:00
- 8 Urban Discipline Standout 5:33
- 9 Loss 5:19
- 10 Wrong Side of the Tracks Standout 3:36
- 11 Mistaken Identity 4:31
- 12 We're Only Gonna Die 2:18
- 13 Tears of Blood 4:51
- 14 Hold My Own 2:51
- 15 Business (demo) 4:22
- 16 Urban Discipline (demo) 5:31
- 17 Loss (demo) 4:39
- 18 Black and White and Red All Over (demo) 3:59
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