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Released in 1993 on Epitaph Records, this self-titled debut album by RANCID marked the explosive arrival of a band that would soon become a major force in American punk rock. Formed around Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman, both former members of OPERATION IVY, RANCID deliver raw, fast and uncompromising punk rock, still far removed from the more melodic sound of their later releases.
With tracks like "Adina", "Hyena", "Detroit" and "Get Out of My Way", the band tears through short, furious songs driven by Matt Freeman's outstanding bass lines, razor-sharp guitars and Tim Armstrong's unmistakable raspy vocals. There's plenty of old-school punk urgency, a strong hardcore influence and the streetwise attitude that would become the band's trademark.
Less accessible than their later albums, this debut LP captures RANCID at their rawest and most authentic. No unnecessary polish, no commercial compromises: just straight-up punk rock played with passion and attitude. An essential record for anyone wanting to discover the band's early days, before the breakthrough success of "Let's Go" and "...And Out Come the Wolves". A true 90s American punk rock classic!