Corrosion Of Conformity - Animosity (180g) LP

Corrosion Of Conformity - Animosity (180g) LP

With Animosity, Corrosion of Conformity delivered one of the most influential crossover records of the 1980s. Originally released during the formative years of hardcore and thrash, the album captures a moment where genres collided and new extremes were forged.

Emerging from the American underground, Corrosion Of Conformity stood at the crossroads of hardcore punk intensity and the rising aggression of metal. Animosity is the sound of that collision, fast, raw and unapologetically rebellious. The album blends breakneck tempos, aggressive riffs and politically charged energy into a chaotic yet controlled assault that helped define crossover thrash.

Unlike more polished releases of later years, Animosity thrives on its raw production and unfiltered spirit. The lo-fi edge only enhances the urgency of the music, giving every track a sense of immediacy and authenticity that continues to resonate decades later. It’s a record that doesn’t just reflect its era, it helped shape it.

Over time, Animosity has earned its place as a cornerstone of underground heavy music, influencing countless bands across hardcore, thrash and metal scenes. Its fearless fusion of styles and uncompromising attitude still feel relevant today.

This 180g vinyl LP edition offers a premium listening experience, bringing the album’s raw power to life with improved sound depth and durability. A must-have for collectors and fans of early crossover and hardcore metal evolution.

Why You’ll Love This Album

• A defining release in hardcore punk and crossover thrash

• Raw, fast and aggressive old-school energy

• Essential listening for fans of underground 80s heavy music

• High-quality 180g vinyl pressing for collectors

Sound & Aesthetics Highlights

Sound & Production

• Raw, lo-fi production full of underground authenticity

• Fast, aggressive drum work and sharp guitar tones

• Unpolished mix that enhances intensity and urgency

Musical Characteristics

• Fusion of hardcore punk and early thrash metal

• Short, explosive song structures

• High-speed riffs and chaotic energy

Atmosphere & Mood

• Rebellious, aggressive and uncompromising

• Pure underground DIY spirit

• Intense and politically charged

Visual & Physical Aesthetic

• Heavyweight 180g vinyl pressing

• Durable, high-quality collector’s format

For Fans Of

• D.R.I.

• Suicidal Tendencies

• Black Flag

• Agnostic Front

Product Details

• Artist: Corrosion Of Conformity

• Title: Animosity

• Format: 180g Vinyl LP

• Genre: Hardcore Punk / Crossover Thrash

• Label: Metal Blade

Manufacturer information

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73049 Eislingen
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