Assault Records

ASR031 ENOUGH Something We Can Build 7-inch

Five tracks of powerful straight edge hardcore from these nashville locals. The songs are direct and to the point, and you'll be fingerpointing and singing along in no time flat. If you're missing bands like THE FIRST STEP and YOUTH OF TOADY, look no further than ENOUGH. This urgent, no frills youth crew hardcore that leaves you wanting more. Limited edition of 300 copies on colored vinyl, US press on Iron Mind Crew Records.

ASR030 ACCEPT THE CHANGE Escapism Is A Dying Art LP

Taking their influences from a variety of bands such as Have Heart, Modern Life Is War, Verse or Defeater, ACCEPT THE CHANGE has come up with their very own mixture of modern hardcore. Listening to "Escapism", it's hard to imagine this to be their debut record, that's how strong it is. The songwriting is anchored by the passionate lyrics from singer Tom: "Escapism" is about the vicious circle of giving up and having to start over, only to hit the ground again. In these songs I talk about the things that I went through and how I felt about it. Starting out like all teenagers uncertain and anxious sinking to the blackest depths of major depression it's a journey through my mind. It will not be the most touching story you'll ever hear. But I can assure you it's real." "Escapism" is personal and deeply honest. There's no doubt that these five friends have poured their hearts into these tracks. They've come up with the perfect way to express their emotions through their music. Raw and sincere, you'll do more than hear these songs... you'll feel them.

ASR029 JUST WENT BLACK Dead Ends LP

Six new tracks of heartfelt and passionate hardcore from jaded old men. Following the trail of dead bands, these guys still got what it takes to write intense songs laced with their signature melodies. Eventhough this is their fifth record, their songs are as passionate as ever, maybe even more so. These new tracks serve as a remainder of just what makes Just Went Black so special. It's the ability to express feelings of angst and despair in beautiful and emotional songs that pull the listener into their world. You're invited to be a part of this, so journey with them down into these "Dead Ends". To make this extra special, all records come housed in custom-made covers, on clear vinyl and with a silkscreened B-side, making this a pleasure for ears and eyes alike.

ASR028 MAN THE CHANGE Forgiver LP

"Forgiver", the debut album from MAN THE CHANCE is finally here and it's definitely worth the wait. 9 tracks of rocking mid-90s style hardcore that brings to mind bands like Abhinanda, Threadbare or Hope Conspiracy (with a nod to LOXIRAN). These guys have poured their hearts into these songs and it shows. Honest and passionate, filled with rage an emotion, "Forgiver" puts MAN THE CHANGE squarely on the map and leaves you wanting more. Gang vocals, screamed lyrics, passionate delivery... and a keen sense for melodies- put them together and you have "Forgiver". Prepare to be impressed. Thick cardboard covers (artwork by Juan Comadre) and colored vinyl was the only way we could do these songs justice. Split release with our austrian friends from DeafCult Records (deafcult.org) http://www.myspace.com/manthechange

ASR027.5 Punch crew shirt

Three-sided silkscreened "DC Cross" design. This is a preorder item and will be limited to actual orders.

ASR027 PUNCH Push Pull LP

The Bay Area mosh-bringer unit known as PUNCH delivers their second LP - chock full of 1000mph pissedness with hammers-of-justice mosh-trocious breakdowns that can get even the the longest of the long-hairs starting the mower. A great combination of good people, intelligent and insightful lyrics, and fucking full-on pissed and fast hardcore. One of the best around. Gatefold cover and colored vinyl.

ASR026 REMISSION Accept LP

With these 9 songs, REMISSION delivers us a sound reminiscent of late 80's and early 90's bands such as Verbal Assault, One Step Ahead and Uniform Choice, but with a unique touch that makes this record a very progressive piece, with both awesome vocal and guitar works. Lyrically this album is absolutely powerful and insightful, but direct at the same time. It goes from personal topics like true love and self-criticism, to social stuff like brutal consequences of Pinochet's dictatorship in Chile, the illusion of patriotism, social discrimination and imposition to believe in a dude with long hair, by our parents and society. These lyrics encourage you in a positive way to think for yourself and to struggle for what you think is fair in this sick world. remission live shows could give you an idea that hardcore is more than music. This record is so amazing that I had to repress it on Assault. To celebrate this, the guys came up with a new cover and we had it pressed on dark purple vinyl to match it.

ASR025 PUNCH s/t LP

Busting out an LP's worth of thrashcore, San Francisco, CA's Punch rip through a high-speed attack with female vocals that varies in speed from blast beats to mosh parts with some youth crew influences thrown in, all with social and political lyrics. Every song is carried out with an intensity that is lacking in a lot of modern hardcore. The vocals are screamed with total rage, to the backing of a band that sound like they're playing their instruments as hard and fast as they possible can. If you like your hardcore really fast and hard, make sure to pick this up.

ASR024 Another Breath God Complex LP

Good things come to those who wait... After keeping a low profile for the last few months, ANOTHER BREATH are back with their third and possibly strongest LP yet. Eleven new tracks sees the band treading new ground musically and lyrically. A lot of thought went into creating "The God Complex" and it certainly shows. You might be surprised to see some rock influences, but make no mistake- this is a hardcore record first and foremost, honesty and passion abound. The deeply personal lyrics dig deep in their search for answers in this world of uncertainty. They are the threads that hold everything together, providing a path for your journey into "The God Complex". Emotional and challenging, this is definitely more than the sum of its parts. ANOTHER BREATH are back and I couldn't be happier with the result. With a record like this, we've decided to give it the deluxe treatment. "The God Complex" will be pressed on three different vinyl colors, all of which are housed in heavy natural brown chipboard covers. A poster insert and a download code are included with every record.

ASR023PE Just Went Black Crossroads PACKAGE 7-Inch

Four new tracks of passionate and melodic hardcore from JWB are definitely a cause to celebrate. They've managed to create their own sound and the new tracks are no exception. Haunting melodies, harsh and vocals and a sense of urgency- these tracks hit all the right spots. If you're familiar with these guy, you owe it to yourself to check this out, and if you've just crawled out from under a rock, this is your chance to discover the unique voice of JWB.

ASR023 Just Went Black Crossroads 7-Inch

Four new tracks of passionate and melodic hardcore from JWB are definitely a cause to celebrate. They've managed to create their own sound and the new tracks are no exception. Haunting melodies, harsh and vocals and a sense of urgency- these tracks hit all the right spots. If you're familiar with these guy, you owe it to yourself to check this out, and if you've just crawled out from under a rock, this is your chance to discover the unique voice of JWB.

ASR022PE Day Of The Dead Perspectives PACKAGE LP

DOTD's new full length entitled "Perspectives", sees the band moving forward into a darker and heavier sound, both musically and lyrically, while keeping their trademark classic raw yet melodic hardcore/punk sound. Imagine Unbroken's heaviness, Tragedy's sense of urgency and Kid Dynamite's melodic sensibility rolled into one. Top it all off with the political and social awareness so much alive during the 90's hardcore scene and you get the idea of what "Perspectives" sounds like.
Split release with We Love Pandas Records, CD version available from Anchors Aweigh Records.

ASR022 Day Of The Dead Perspectives LP

DOTD's new full length entitled "Perspectives", sees the band moving forward into a darker and heavier sound, both musically and lyrically, while keeping their trademark classic raw yet melodic hardcore/punk sound. Imagine Unbroken's heaviness, Tragedy's sense of urgency and Kid Dynamite's melodic sensibility rolled into one. Top it all off with the political and social awareness so much alive during the 90's hardcore scene and you get the idea of what "Perspectives" sounds like.
Split release with We Love Pandas Records, CD version available from Anchors Aweigh Records.

ASR021 At Half-Mast Fathers & Sons LP

With great pleasure we're happy to announce the sophomore full length release for the South Carolina's own AT HALF-MAST. The new full length LP is a further improvement of their powerful sound and original songwriting. Comparisons aren't that easy to make, because they have developed a sound of their own, but if you imagine modern hardcore influenced by Shai Hulud and Comeback Kid you won't be very wrong about what AT HALF-MAST sound like.
Split release with Goodwill Records.

ASR020PE Tall Ships Voyages PACKAGE LP

Eleven tracks of passionate and melodic 'modern' hardcore from Grand Rapids, MI. These guys are friends with the entire BROTHERS crew (maybe sharing members as well) and it shows. From fast and short (HCP) to slow and (a little) heavy, this one has it all. Add to that some gang vocals, truly great melodies and a powerful vocal delivery that brings it all home, and you have "Voyages" Fans of everything from Comeback Kid to Champion, give this a try, these songs rule!
CD version available from truthandjusticerecords.com

ASR020 Tall Ships Voyages LP

Eleven tracks of passionate and melodic 'modern' hardcore from Grand Rapids, MI. These guys are friends with the entire BROTHERS crew (maybe sharing members as well) and it shows. From fast and short (HCP) to slow and (a little) heavy, this one has it all. Add to that some gang vocals, truly great melodies and a powerful vocal delivery that brings it all home, and you have "Voyages" Fans of everything from Comeback Kid to Champion, give this a try, these songs rule!
CD version available from truthandjusticerecords.com

ASR019PE Brothers Tragedy PACKAGE LP

The follow-up to their debut LP "Black Friday" brings us five new tracks of hardcore fury from this Michigan powerhouse. They've added a little more variety, without losing their trademark sound that should appeal to fans of modern hardcore. Powerful and in your face, they've got plenty of sing-alongs and enough melodies to make this a worthy successor to "black Friday". This is a split release with Saw Her Ghost Records from the US.

ASR019 Brothers Tragedy 7-Inch / MCD

The follow-up to their debut LP "Black Friday" brings us five new tracks of hardcore fury from this Michigan powerhouse. They've added a little more variety, without losing their trademark sound that should appeal to fans of modern hardcore. Powerful and in your face, they've got plenty of sing-alongs and enough melodies to make this a worthy successor to "black Friday". This is a split release with Saw Her Ghost Records from the US.

ASR018 Brothers Black Friday LP

ASR017 Counting The Days Finding A Balance LP

ASR016 Short Fuse Blight 7-Inch

ASR015 Just Went Black Embracing Emptiness 10-Inch

ASR014 Empty Vision The Rise LP

ASR013 Short Fuse Fruitless Efforts 7-Inch

ASR012 Day Of The Dead A New Healing Process LP

ASR011 Short Fuse s/t LP / CD

ASR010 The Legacy We Gave It Everything MCD

ASR007 Another Breath Not Now, Not Ever - SILKSCREEN COVER LP

ASR005 Just Went Black Balancing Releasons... 7-Inch

ASR003 R.A.M.B.O. Wall Of Death The System CD

ASR002 The Disaster Black And White And ... LP

ASR001 The Scarlet Letter Pure, Unadulterated-Adultery 7-Inch