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IlliteratesDoes Not Compete

Hardcore's dumbest band is back with a rager of 80's style fastcore with a few stomping moments - has that Western Mass vibe mixed with early Youth Crew - think Crippled Youth, the first YOT recordings (the fact that the vocalist has a bit of a Ray of Today vibe helps in this department), crossed with Deep Wound.

Also, I love the artwork, same illustration style as their previous releases. The insert includes a poster-sized word search, which is funny because everyone knows those are crosswords for dummies.

One song ("Hig Champion") is basically an ode to their new guitarist which is funny and sweet, including the line Down with the boys who cannot read (aka...the Illiterates. get it????)

Over in a flash - listen loud and fast - a highlight of 2025.