Stage Diving To The Oldies

Various Artists “Stage Diving To The Oldies” (Restless, 1995; original recordings 1978-82)
Release date indicates attempted cash-in on the post-Nirvana commercial breakthroughs of the Offspring and Bad Religion, but whatever – this is a snazzy set of vintage L. A. hardcore. This really gets the signature sound and sensibility of its subject – the suburban nihilism, the late-night visionary flash, the revved-up surf-beat with snarling guitars and razor-edged hooks. Crucial shit.
Try 1, 3, 5, 10, 12, 13, 16
8/16/15