Monday, August 7, 2023

Agnostic Front - Victim in Pain

The new vinyl LP reissue of “Victim in Pain” by Agnostic Front is a 40th anniversary edition released by Bridge 9 Records. The packaging of the reissue is top-notch, featuring the original jacket design with embossed lettering, the sleeve is printed with a live picture of the band with lyrics on the opposite side. “Victim in Pain” includes all the original songs remastered and pressed on limited edition colored vinyl.

Gold - 200 (Coretex Records Exclusive)

Red - 300 (Generation Records Exclusive)

Blue - 500 (Bridge 9 Records Exclusive)

Black Platinum Swirl - 500 (Revolver Exclusive) 

Silver - 1000 (Bridge 9 Records Exclusive)

Yellow - 1000 (Revelation Records Exclusive)

The sound of the reissue is excellent. The remastering has brought out the best of the album's raw, aggressive sound. The drums sound punchy, the guitars and bass are sharp, and Roger’s vocals are clear and powerful.

“Victim in Pain” was originally released in 1984 by Rat Cage Records. It was the band's debut album and is considered one of the most important albums in the history of hardcore punk. Agnostic Front is considered one of the most influential bands in the New York Hardcore scene, as well as pioneers of the crossover thrash genre.

Overall, the 40th anniversary repress of “Victim in Pain” is a great release. It's a classic album and the music is still as powerful and relevant as it was when it first came out. If you're a fan of hardcore punk, then you need to own this album.

“Victim in Pain” is available now at Bridge 9 Records