A masterpiece EP from the early days of melodic punk, combining speed and lyricism.
This album is representative of Fat Wreck Chords' early days. Tight rhythms and melodic guitars intersect, creating a key album that laid the foundation for melodic punk in the 90s and beyond.
This is the first work in which Tony Sly's songwriting clearly blossomed, featuring melancholic melodies that breathe amidst a sense of speed. The guitar chords are thick, and the rhythms are well-structured while maintaining the energy of hardcore. The sound is dry yet clear, and Fat Wreck Chords' signature tight production stands out. This EP condenses the band's aesthetic into a short recording time, marking an important turning point that would go on to define melodic punk.
A:
1)
Until It's Gone
2)
Old What's His Name
3)
Permanent Rust
4)
Biomag
B:
1)
Countdown
2)
Hazardous To Yourself
3)
The Daily Grind
4)
Feeding The Fire
Producer - Don Cameron
Engineer - Pat Coughlin (A1 to B3)
Producer - Pat Coughlin (A1 to B3)
Bass, Other [Sega] - Steve Papoutsis
Backing Vocals [Additional Back Ups] - Steve
Backing Vocals [Additional Back Ups] - Fat Mike (2)
Producer - Fat Mike (2) (A1 to B3)
Mastered By - Ken Lee (Sonic Ninja)
Drums - Rory Koff
Vocals, Guitar - Tony Sly
Backing Vocals [Additional Back Ups] - Tony
Artwork [Graphic Art] - Nick Rubenstein
Lead Guitar - Robin Pfefer
Backing Vocals [Back Up Vocals], Harmony Vocals [Harmonies] - The Slothe Chorus
Engineer [With Help From] - Stan Ballard (A1 to B3)
