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JAPANESE HARDCORE ATTACK ON F.O.A.D: 3 out of 4 releases completely sold out on preorder!!

Posted in Canaria, Eyescream, No No No, Rocky And The Sweden, 惡AI意, 経血 (Keiketsu) on November 24th, 2019 by foadmaster2022

For the first time ever in the history of F.O.A.D. Records we are coming to the end of a preorder phase with 3 out of 4 releases completely sold out. Yes, what was announced as the “JAPANESE HARDCORE ATTACK on F.O.A.D.” consisting of ROCKY AND THE SWEDEN “City baby attacked by buds” LP, CANARIA “死灰復燃 ” LP, 惡AI意 “Backing to the battle – Demo 1997” LP and “CROON A LULLABY” 3 way LP has been all swept away by a flood of orders!

Thanks to all those who constantly support our label keeping an eye open on our works and not missing one of them, you know who you are! Japanese customers: in the next few weeks all 4 of these LP’s will be available at your main local stores dealing with Hardcore/Punk, so get ready. So the only release still in stock at the moment (less than 30 on black vinyl, act fast!) is 惡AI意 “Backing to the battle – Demo 1997” LP, here you’ll find all infos about it and the direct link to order. So see you in a few weeks for the next F.O.A.D. Records‘ bath of preorders and expect it to be once again a heavy bombardment, we want to close the year with a bang!

Last one still in stock:

惡AI意 “Backing to the battle – Demo 1997” LP (F.O.A.D. 181)

Pure mindblowing fury! The rare debut demotape 1997 from Kitakyūshū’s most intense Hardcore unit for the first time on vinyl… A deadly clash of speed, distortion and caustic screams blended into a complete Japanese Hardcore slaughter! After recording this incredible demo the band went on putting out amazing works such as “The sound of hearts“, “Ain’t no slaves” and more, and they’re still active now keeping the flame burning with rage and strength. One sided LP with silkscreen art on the back. 24 page booklet filled with rare photos, flyers, original tape scans and lyrics. Artwork by Sugi! Click HERE for the trailer!

Black vinyl (ltd to 200 copies)

JAPANESE HARDCORE ATTACK ON FOAD: ROCKY AND THE SWEDEN “City baby attacked by buds” LP, CANARIA new LP, 惡AI意 “Backing to the battle – demo 1997” LP and “CROON A LULLABY” 3 way LP…. PREORDERS START NOW!!

Posted in Eyescream, Releases, Rocky And The Sweden, 惡AI意, 経血 (Keiketsu) on November 8th, 2019 by foadmaster2022

Over the years and through nearly 200 F.O.A.D. releases, there have been countries and specific areas on which we have repeatedly aimed our sights, either for a matter of taste or for certain coincidences and personal ties. It’s the case of Italy (obviously), California, ex Yugoslavia, Sweden, some parts of South America and the list goes on. But the country with whose scene we have built the most solid and lasting legacy over time it’s one and only: JAPAN! This thanks to the many friends that we have there, to the various trips we have made from South to North and of course the fact that we love their enormous musical panorama in many of its facets and mysteries. And this month is completely dedicated to this unique creative symbiosis that is solidifying over time… get ready: 4x JAPANESE HARDCORE releases is our recipe for November.

This is what we have: the brand new full length by the all-star legend ROCKY AND THE SWEDEN, called “City Baby Attacked By Buds“… in their ranks Captain Koba from Systematic Death and local heroes that have played in bands like Idora, Headless, Scumbag, Vivisick. This is their new studio album after nearly 20 years!

Then if you like traditional Japanese Hardcore close to the Burning Spirits type with those riffs and solos that make you feel like you could punch through a concrete wall, you should definitely check Okayama City’s Hardcore jewel CANARIA… when we first heard their demo we have been totally floored by its irrepressible power, so we asked them to do this LP that contains both new recordings and their incredible debut effort.

Moving much further south, we have also picked a classic band from the ominous Kyushu area… the furious Hardcore powerhouse 惡AI意 with their rare demo 1997 restored, remastered and for the first time on vinyl enriched by a stunning 24 page booklet.

And to complete this sword bloodshed we’re also adding a 3 way split called “Croon a lullaby” with 10 ferocious tracks delivered by the most raging female fronted bands of the current days: 経血 (Keiketsu), Eyescream and No No No.

So, to sum things up: ROCKY AND THE SWEDEN “City baby attacked by buds” LP, CANARIA “死灰復燃 ” LP, 惡AI意 “Backing to the battle – demo 1997” LP and “CROON A LULLABY” – 経血 (Keiketsu) / Eyescream / No No No – 3 way LP are all up for preorders and you have to be seriously fast if you want to catch the limited colored vinyl versions, they are expected to get sold out instantly! The official release date is set for November 21, 2019.

More in detail about each release:

ROCKY AND THE SWEDEN “City baby attacked by buds” LP (F.O.A.D. 177)

Beware, the Hardcore grass hoppers are back! The longly awaited return of this weed-fueled all star Japanese legend, nearly 20 years after their last full length… 12 new tracks of highly energetic Hardcore driven by the ballistic drumming assault of Masaaki “Koba” Sweden from SYSTEMATIC DEATH!! You know what to expect: a complete riff-machine, uncontrollable speed and a dynamitic vocal delivery. With no doubt one of the best Japanese HC records of the last decade! LP with OBI strip and foldout insert. Click HERE for the trailer!

Available in 2 different versions:

Diehard hemp-green/orange-bud splatter vinyl (ltd to 150 copies)

Black vinyl (ltd to 250 copies)

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CANARIA “死灰復燃 ” LP (F.O.A.D. 178)

An all-out assault of Burning Spirits Hardcore from Okayama City, Japan!! One of the most promising revelations of the last years, powerful Japanese HC with all the classic features of the genre…an incredible guitar work with blazing solos and memorable riffs, tight drumming and anger filled vocals! Members of this incredible band have also played in Padlock and in Excreteass. This LP includes brand new studio recordings and their demo 2004. If you’re into traditional Japanese HC and solid, original HC of all kinds made with heart and energy, CANARIA will definitely make your day! LP with OBI strip and insert. Click HERE for the trailer!

Available in 2 different versions:

Diehard swirl magenta vinyl (ltd to 100 copies)

Black vinyl (ltd to 200 copies)

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惡AI意 “Backing to the battle – Demo 1997” LP (F.O.A.D. 181)

Available in 2 different versions:

Diehard blue vinyl (ltd to 100 copies)

Black vinyl (ltd to 200 copies)

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“CROON A LULLABY” – 経血 (Keiketsu) / Eyescream / No No No – 3 way LP (F.O.A.D. 184)

3 of the most insane and powerful female-fronted Japanese Punk/HC bands of today team up for a devastating split release!
経血 (Keiketsu) alternate cathartic mid tempos with a strong ’80s Punk backbone, EYESCREAM deliver short explosive old school HC and they feature an ex member of the legendary Disarray, NO NO NO are the craziest of the team and they shred nerves with their full speed and absolutely pissed off Hardcore tornado! 10 exclusive songs, if you miss the spirit and unmatchable class of bands like The Comes, Nurse, Gas and the style of ADK Records, you’ll find it all in this record! One sided LP with OBI + insert. Silk screened art on the back. Click HERE for the trailer!

Available in 2 different versions:

Diehard red vinyl (ltd to 100 copies)

Black vinyl (ltd to 200 copies)

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THE UNDESIRABLES
“s/t”
LP

““Varukers and Discharge main-men go head to head!!“. Pounding, metallic Dis-charged Hardcore delivered by two timeless giants that wrote the history of British Punk: TEZZ (Discharge, Broken Bones, Battalion Of Saints and more) & RAT (Varukers, Discharge, The Vile and more)!!

V/A
“The legend of Kansai Hardcore”
Book

“This book, previously published only in Japanese and now finally translated into English, is an incredible journey through the depths of the Kansai Hardcore hell run by none other than Ishiya of DEATH SIDE and FORWARD fame. Teaming up with him in the interviews is Shintani from RAPES, whose career stretches from the early days of the Punk/Metal scene to the present.

NUCTEMERON
“Posers mutilation 1989/1991”
LP / CD

“The complete and official Nuctemeron’s discography!! Grinding, ferocious Death/Noise terror from the sickest Brazilian necro-underground… of the same ferocious breed that spawned sonic aberrations such as Necrobutcher, Hell Noise, Exterminio Brutal, Dissector, Trucidator, Necrofago and loads more. Brutal, primitive blackened Noise/Grind performed with cannibalistic roughness

ANGEL DEATH
“Memoirs of death 1986/1995”
2xLP

One of the most feared and ancient names in the Italian Death Metal scene. This total discography collection on F.O.A.D. Records is a dream-come-true for a lot of infernal maniacs that for years have hoped to see all the ominous recordings of this band collected on one release. Malicious, satanic Death/Black assault of the most aggressive form!

XASTHUR
“Hidden lore”
LP

The official reissue of the only Demo by this demonic Black/Thrash horde from Singapore, originally released on tape in 1994 and revered by maniacs as a hidden gem of absolute cult. Raw, sinister Black Metal that combines the old school Singaporean sound with influences that recall the ’80s South American Death/Thrash hell!

SCHIZO
“Delayed death 1984/1989 – the years of collapse”
2xCD

Ultra fucking FAST Sicilian Thrash-core assault!! The most exhaustive SCHIZO early days’ collection you can dream about. 31 songs of what was with no doubt one of the most deranged, fast and original Extreme Metal acts in the Italian scene of the ’80s!

ATTOMICA
“Children’s assassin”
LP

The debut demo 1986 from this devastating Brazilian unit for the first time on vinyl. If you’re expecting the ballistic, well-trained assault of their latter works this is a completely different beast: what you get here is an utterly rough, radical overdose of Thrash in its most primordial shape, a pure outburst of chaotic violence forged in the early days of the South American Death/Thrash explosion!

X-CRETA
“We will thrash you!! Demos and live 1984-1986”
LP+CD

A killing collection of rare X-CRETA recordings (demos, rehearsals and live) prior to their smashing debut full length “Patronizing the Heterodox“. This F.O.A.D. anthology traces the early steps of the band starting from the primordial, pure Hardcore approach on their demo 1984 “13 recepten voor en hersenbloeding” and song from “Alle 55 kort” – both sounding quite close to their legendary country fellows Zyklome-A – and moving to the solid Speed/Thrashcore assault that followed with their demo 1985, “We will thrash you!!“. Comes with a bonus CD with live rehearsals, insert with photos, flyers and original tapes’ art!

HUMAN GAS
“Super violence hardcore 1984-1989”
2xLP+CD+DVD boxset

The most exhaustive collection of all their available recordings, spanning from 1985 to 1987! Some of the rawest and most violent Hardcore ever spawned from the darkest lairs of the ’80s Japanese underground! Trifold jacket housed in a casewrapped outer boxset, 24 page full colored booklet with loads of rare photos, flyers, memorabilia and some brief liner notes!

MESSIAH DEATH
“Invocated unholy tracks”
2xLP

Complete discography of these grim and aggressive Japanese Death Metal lunatics! Formed in Tokyo in 1987 on the ashes of Criminal Christ, MESSIAH DEATH stand among the earliest acts to raise the unholy flag of Death Metal in their country!

CRIPPLE BASTARDS
“Misantropo a senso unico”
LP+CD+7” / 2xCD

Italy’s most classic Grindcore album ever turns 20 and gets celebrated with a top notch deluxe edition enriched with a lot of extra contents. Originally released in 2000, CB‘s 2nd full length is an incredible outburst of hyperfast hate-fueled Grind rooted in the most furious and violent 80’s Italian Hardcore. 16 songs of manic speed scream-out-lungs hatred at its most nihilistic form, the band’s absolute manifesto.

SAGATRAKAVASHEN
“Saga of darkness 1988-2018”
2xLP

Complete discography! Ultra-raw, primordial Black Metal Punk from the frozen Alps! Enter the obscure myth of Pentacolar, a mysterious entity delivering some of the filthiest, visionary Metal/Punk ever conceived in Italy… a unique case of radical isolationism completely stuck in a ’80s time-machine that never reached the internet era!

WARDOGS
“It’s time to fight!”
LP

Granducato Hardcore at the wildest stage!! Complete discography including their only demotape and Live in Pisa 1983, 13 songs of bloody violent Italian Ultra-core rage!
Fanzine styled booklet (12 pages) + A2 poster with their sick “impaled cop” artwork!

CRIPPLE BASTARDS
“Your lies in check”
LP

The debut full length by Italy’s hate-filled Grindcore masters available again in a top quality edition! Originally recorded in 1995 and released in 1996, “Your lies in check” is a 69 song tornado of ultra-violent Grindcore/Punk blasting at the speed of light!

ARTURO
“Giorni lontani 1992-1998”
LP+CD

The early years of one of the most furious Italian Hardcore bands of the Nineties.. fast, top adrenalinic Hardcore that gives no time to breathe from start to finish! It includes their debut CD, the two Ep’s plus a bonus CD with the impossible to find first demo and an unreleased soundboard live at El Paso (Torino), 1996! 63 songs of manic fast TORINO HC!!

YACOPSAE
“Timeo ergo sum”
CD

Germany’s fastest band ever, 24 songs of neck-breaking HC / PowerViolence at impossible blasting speed! After almost 30 years since their inception, these maniacs show no sign of sitting down! Get ready for a new cyclone of unstoppable Turbo Speed Violence!

D.P.C.D.
“Confidencial + Demo“
LP

This incredible band hails from Chile, a country whose Hardcore / Punk scene isn’t much under the international spotlights but is currently very active and vital and hides a lot of interesting revelations and DIY labels like Tobi Records releasing gems to be discovered. D.P.C.D. play a perfect blend of South American Punk / Hardcore and dark-soaked DeathRock!

RAW POWER
“Reptile house XX anniversary edition“
LP+CD

Reptile house stands as one of RAW POWER‘s best efforts of their ’90s discography. Here you finally get it for the first time on vinylin a special picture disc version. And to celebrate this album’s 20th anniversary, the original line-up that made it back then reunited to re-record their favorite songs from it. So as bonus to this special edition you’ll find a CD including the brand new recordings and the original session right after it!

DECAPITATION
“Let the killing begin“
LP

Complete discography consisting of the cult “Killing the innocents” demo 1985 / Rehearsal 1985 / complete live at Canoga Park, CA, 1985 ending with a CONFUSE cover! Horror tinged US Death / Speedcore, a pioneering mix of obscure Death Metal and raw Thrashcore violence at blasting speed. Comes with a 12 page booklet!

MULE SKINNER
“Airstrike“
LP / CD

Their merciless comeback 23 years after their devastating debut album “Abuse“! Ballistic blast beats, caustic vocals and highly addictive riffs make the 13 songs on this new full length a complete aural warfare in the race to be one of the best Grind albums of the year!

VULGARITY KIDS
“No one / Bloody splatter“
LP

Furious Japanese Hardcore founded in Utsunomiya City in 1985! Brand new LP including their “No one” studio session 2017 and the lost & found “Bloody splatter” demo 1989!

RAPT
“Thrash war – discography ’84/’87”
LP+7″+CD

Total discography set authorized by the band’s bass player and screamer Olivier collects their Split 7″ with Final Blast, all their demos (also including the 3rd one recorded in NYC with a different line-up) and a very detailed selection of rare recordings, most of which have never been released to date.

BULLDOZER
” The final separation”
CD

The 2nd full length by Italy’s Metal masters BULLDOZER! Originally released in 1986, here it finally comes in a new edition remastered directly from the studio reels provided by the band and re-packaged with unreleased photos and lyrics!

DECLINO
“Terra bruciata – discografia completa”
2xLP

The most exhaustive and complete DECLINO discography release ever made!One of the most important names in the legendary first wave of Italian Hardcore. Housed in a deluxe gatefold sleeve with a 11″x11″ booklet glued on the inner panel, collecting a huge selection of photos, flyers, artworks and all the lyrics!

MACABRO GENOCIDIO / MORBOSATAN
“Split”
LP

Ecuador VS Peru chaotic and raw Black Metal abomination, blasting from start to finish on a blasphemous sonic onslaught topped by some lunatic Satan invoking yells oozing malevolence and cruelty.

LOOKING FOR AN ANSWER
“Dios carne”
LP / CD

Spanish Grindcore veterans LOOKING FOR AN ANSWER return with their first full length in 6 years. “DIOS CARNE” is a visceral sonic descent into the deepest layers of carnism and human depravity. Straight to the throat grindcore with a heavy old school death metal influence, that promises to unrelentingly punish the listener!

WARTORN
“Destroy all monsters!”
LP

32 song discography including all the studio recordings (1991-1993) of this high speed thrashing Hardcore brigade from the U.K. With members of SORE THROAT, IRON MONKEY & GERIATRIC UNIT!

ITALIAN PUNK HARDCORE
“1980-1989 il film / the movie”
DVD

The definitive and most exhaustive documentary about the roots of Punk and Hardcore in Italy! Almost 2 hours tracing the history of how it all came together…told in first person by those who lived it through detailed interviews and a lot of rare videos showing the bands in action. Photos, flyers, original 80’s TV features and rare live footage from more than 50 bands and 62 characters!

DESECRATION
“Dead…yet, not forgotten”
4xCD+DVD boxset

Pioneering Death/Thrash Metal in the best Bay Area tradition delivered by maniacs that lived the very core of the mid 80s Californian Thrash scene. 4 x CDs, 86 songs in over four hours of neck-breaking devastation including all the existing demo recordings, loads of unreleased tunes and a bonus CD with Bob Yost’s other bands, including POSSESSED in their 1990-1992 phase!

UPSET NOISE
“Nothing more to be said / Growing pain + live ’86”
CD+DVD

Italian Hardcore/Crossover at its finest! Includes their classic debut album “Nothing more to be said” + “Growing pain” MLP and a completely unreleased soundboard live assault recorded in ’86! Includes extra DVD documentary!

RAW POWER
“After your brain – redux edition”
LP / CD

The timeless Italian Hardcore masterpiece in its best sounding version ever, repackaged in a deluxe version with extended artwork! Completely dissected and reassembled you can listen to it how it should have been, rediscovering details that have been hidden, up to today!

CRIPPLE BASTARDS
“Live to hate people II/I”
CD

The insane follow up to “Live to hate people” 3″ MCD (1998) including – on popular demand – the highly debated Rovereto show interrupted by a furious riot and anarchists throwing bottles on stage. This has been captured by a crystal ultra-powerful soundboard recording, and besides the fun fact of all the insults and gags between the songs, you also get the best sounding CB live performance ever, strenghtened by the band vs audience hostilty of the whole set! 32 songs, digipack sleeve with booklet including photos and liner notes!

PEGGIO PUNX
“30 anni di rumori”
2xCD

89 song discography including all the existing PEGGIO PUNX studio and demo recordings (1982-1989), unreleased sessions + their best sounding live material from 1983 to 1989, everything carefully remastered from 1/4″ reels and 1st generation tapes. Double CD digipack including a thick 36 page booklet with a HUGE collection of band’s photos, artworks flyers and lyrics. Classic Italian Hardcore/Punk from the furious years!

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JAPANESE HARDCORE ATTACK ON F.O.A.D: 3 out of 4 releases completely sold out on preorder!!

JAPANESE HARDCORE ATTACK ON FOAD: ROCKY AND THE SWEDEN “City baby attacked by buds” LP, CANARIA new LP, 惡AI意 “Backing to the battle – demo 1997” LP and “CROON A LULLABY” 3 way LP…. PREORDERS START NOW!!

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