ANTI CIMEX · Scandinavian Jawbreaker | CLEAR/BLACK SPLATTER LP

Clear vinyl with black splatter LP.

Background information about 'Scandinavian Jawbreaker'

"Scandinavian Jawbreaker" stands as the sophomore masterpiece from Swedish hardcore punk legends Anti Cimex, originally unleashed in 1993. This album perfectly captures the band's evolution from their raw early punk roots into a more metallic, aggressive sound that would define an entire generation of Scandinavian extreme music. The record showcases Anti Cimex at their creative peak, delivering twelve tracks of relentless energy that seamlessly blend hardcore punk's urgency with metal's crushing weight. From the opening assault of "Braincell Battle" to the closing devastation of "Nailbiter", every moment crackles with the kind of authentic fury that can't be manufactured.

What makes this album truly special is how it bridges the gap between punk's rebellious spirit and metal's technical prowess without losing an ounce of authenticity. Anti Cimex's influence on the Scandinavian extreme music scene cannot be overstated - their DNA runs through countless bands that followed, with former members going on to anchor current stalwarts like Driller Killer and Wolfbrigade. The two-part title track serves as the album's centerpiece, showcasing the band's ability to craft epic compositions while maintaining their trademark intensity. This reissue on deluxe clear vinyl with black splatter perfectly honors the legacy of these Swedish pioneers.

For fans of: Discharge, Wolfbrigade, Driller Killer, Disfear and Totalitär

Track listing

A1. Braincell Battle
A2. Only In Dreams
A3. Dogfight
A4. Hatred
A5. Scandinavian Jaw Breaker part I
A6. Scandinavian Jaw Breaker part II
B1. New Blood
B2. Pain (U Bring Me)
B3. Of Ice
B4. Heading For Hell
B5. Rust Never Sleep
B6. Nailbiter

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