Against All Authority

This is the best band I've ever heard, I've not yet heard there other CD's, but this is fast and hard punk with a horn in a few spots and an extreamly strong and clear message...

Yeah? So what if this album is almost absent of ska and horns? Jdog,you couldn't be more wrong about this CD. This CD slams into you headfirst from start to finish. I love all their cd's,and this cd makes their catalog even more delicious. If you like just straight-ahead punk rock,just pick this up already.

When I bought this cd I thought i would get to here the catchy happy horns I got to here on all fall down but there was no horns except for on two songs and on the second song they only played for a couple seconds. I read the other reviews for this album and cant understand how it got good ratings this album .... They are not turning punk they are getting hardcore and there singer's voice is all scary.The lyrics are more politicial but who says thats a good thing All Fall Down was better because they had Politicial lyrics and songs about skateboarding and other things that more people can relate to. I do not recomend this album to anyone you should buy all fall down or destroy what destroys you.

Against All Authority consistantly puts out great political ska/punk albums. This album may actually be their best, their lyrics are top notch on 24 Hour Road Side Resistance, and the music is great, even though it is different than on previous albums. Everyone else has already mentioned that there are virtually no horns on this album except for on a few songs, so the music is a lot more punkish than on their previous two albums. If you like All Fall Down or Destroy What Destroys You I'm sure you'll like his album too.

As people have stated in their reviews this album is far less ska than other previous albums, only two of the songs actually have brass instruments. Having said that it is better for this. All Fall Down is good but is not in this albums league. The lyrics in this album are extremely good and you get a lovely sleeve with the album with good pictures. Danny Lore has a great voice and musically this album is excellent. Some bands just rely on good lyrics but against all authority incorporate both to great effect. I would definitely recommend that people buy this album but not if you are a big trendy because you won't like it.

get this cd ASAP because its good times one million. this cd has some political songs but not all of them are so you wont get bored or anything. the music is AWESOME the vocals are GREEATTTT just get the cd

The vocals sound like lung cancer, the guitars chords sound like a car accident, and the drums are so fast it's like a constant roll; it's awesome. This is the zenith of skate-core ska. Although, the lyrics are usually incomprehensble; they do have depth to them. It's appeal is within it's jagged, raw sound. Imagine Leftover Crack at 8 beats/second.

The melodic brass breakdowns, juxtaposed to the 100mph stanzas, provide an excellent bridge and give the songs dimensions. Any band that can play that fast, without sounding like a cluttered mess, or exploding, is awesome. Definately one of the better CDs I've purchased, lately.

This cd is the best AAA cd in stores. I got it and memorized all the songs in one week. This cd is a must.

Well if you like Operation Ivy, Smiley Kids, and Anti-Flag, then chances are you'll love this as well. This is political ska great if your a fan of propagandhi! also if you like ska-core and ska. Worth every penny. -(AAA)- are not posers!!! I'm so sick of you jerks telling us what to listen to and what not to listen to. You ask me I'd say you're the poseurs and not us. Face it, the Sex Pistols and The Ramones are gone, and we'll never have old school back, so shut up and just deal with it! These guys are awesome and ever track is amazing. I say buy it now!!!

Yeah its good go buy it Now its so stimulating so great great great i loved it so did my mom and my dog so buy it now

It's good. Kind of a different sound than I'm used to with Against All Authority. It's not quite as hard as their previous stuff. Not bad though... The first song does hit pretty hard though.

the song Barricades on this cd is AWESOME! i love that song, musically and lyrically its grand also World Dominator is really good too its more ska. ok well anyway this cd is good in what you'd expect from AAA, but its also a good cd i think for Common Rider, this cd makes me really want to get more Common Rider but i'm just too lazy right now to make the decision of which cd i want to get first. but yea this is a good cd

This cd is so cool it features one of my favorite song, War Machine Break Down. Other than that the cd is way good if you like punk/ska. Which really AAA has has still it's raw medalic sound.

Both bands on this split are amazing. If you have enver heard either definitely pick this one up. The AAA part is hard punk rock, my favorite song is Barricades, then Common Rider comes on and their chill, skacore feel is in complete and perfect contrast to the previous 4 songs. My favorite Common Rider song is Blue Spark. This CD is great to drive to, though it is a little short.

I bought this CD after hearing a sample of some of their songs off of a Hopelessly Devoted to You sampler CD and I was very pleased. THis is like angry ska music, I guess some would call it Skacore, whatever it is I like it a lot. But I am sad to say that my CD has gone either missing or was stolen because I havent seen it now in about 2 months, but luckily it is on my computer and my mp3 player. Anyways, this CD has very catchy songs with some sweet horns and awesome anti-authority lyrics. Highly recommended for fans of ska music. I also own their CD 24-hour Roadside Resistance and I greatly like this one better, this one is much more ska than 24 hour.

I thought this was a pretty good CD, some new songs and some old songs. If you like this I recommend Choking Victim and Operation Ivy.
And to the guy who said the thing about "a ska band that hates ska", Ska sucks is a cover song from Propagandhi, which is a joke song.

You know I was considering buying this cd until I heard the last song on the cd

For those of you that don't know the history of AAA, they were formed in 1992 under the premise that they would do everything themselves, and they did in the beginning: Booking their own tour, producing their own merchandise, choosing their own singles etc. Their sound basically mixes some ska style rock, jump-around punk, and of course a tiny touch of screamo here and there.

While this album features many a song by the group, that doesn't mean everyone is a keeper. The actual sound of the band is interesting because the upbeat punk/ska (Think brass instruments and funky guitar work) is a sharp contrast to the yelling 'vocals' throughout. I do give the guys props for sticking to their guns and playing the kind've music they have always played: politically uncensored punk music with a touch of ska, and for not really changing their formula, because it does work for the guys, to set them apart. However after a while, the droning vocals, the repetitive beats throughout every song, and the altogether length of the album might ware on your nerves as much as it did with mine.

This band is just plain incredible. Political ska-core at its best. 18 great songs. If you wanna get [mad] at the government and society, I highly reccomend this. They sure do like to use the "F" word and sing about how corrupt authority figures are, and I sure like it. My favorites include Just An Obstruction, That Way, Above The Law, Court 22, Under Your Authority, Centerfold, and Hard As F--k. I also think they do the best version of Ska Sucks. If you like harder punk stuff and ska-core, get this!

If you are a fan of Against All Authority, you should get this cd. If you are just getting into AAA, i would suggest 24 hour roadside resistance, or All Fall Down, Those Cds have that classic AAA signature sound. but this cd is extremely catchy, and has those angry, angst-filled lyrics that make you want to shout along with every song. buy this if you like fast ska, with sweet hooks and catchy horn parts. this was the first AAA cd i had ever heard, so when i heard their later cds, each one felt more and more powerful. if you own 24 hour, and All fall down, but like their heavier stuff, i would suggest either Restoration of Chaos and Order, or possibly their split cds with the criminals and common rider. if you like AAA in general, this cd is worth your money. and then when you go see them at a show, meet up with Joe and tell him they gotta play stuff off of Destroy what Destroys you and he'll be stoked that you even know of that cd. theyre great guys so if you do ever see them live, buy em' a shot or two, and buy this cd.

this cd is defenitly not a let down, it sounds more the same as All Fall Down, not really anything like the Resteration of Chaos and Order...which i didnt like, mayb not too close to 24 Hour Roadside Resistance but whatever this cd is good, its got 22 songs, the mojority of which dont suck, some get a little repetative and pointless so i skip them but over all this is a good cd

Against All Authority is an excellent band and this is an excellent CD. The lyrics are angry, revolutionary, and violent. Sure its a little bit rough around the edges but its so easy to listen to. Not to mention all the energy the album provides. There's 22 songs and they're all great. The album is a bit repetetive, as all the songs do sound a bit similar but still I just love the anger and "F--k the Establishment and kill cops" message of this album. This is by far the best AAA album, ignore all those idiots who reviewed "All Fall Down". 5 stars.

I'd have to say this album definitely has the potential to be great. There's a lot of energy coming from the band, especially the vocals. But what immediately turned me off to this album is the horns. I don't think I've ever heard an album from a signed band that is as out of tune as this one. As soon as the horns start playing you can tell unmistakebly that they are not in tune at all with the rest of the instruments. I don't see how they could overlook that. They should have noticed after recording the very first song that something wasn't right, but instead let it go for another 20 songs. If everything had been in tune, this album would definitely rock and I would give it at least a 4, but instead it gets a 2.

... i first saw against all authority back in 97 with the skankin' in the pit tour. what fun. this band has the drunk-anthem singalong style to the words, an intense energy, horns, and some great ska songs too. a little bit of everything. if you like these guys' sound, check out some of the other hopeless bands, too.

I have owned about three copies of this release. Against All Authority is a band that can't be pigeon holed very easily. They mix in a blend of all out fast, snotty punk rock which rivals any other band in the genre. They separate themselves the most with the incorporation of a horn section, making fast, snarling punk songs with strong guitars, a solid rhythm section, and a singer who not only belts out the anthems against anything unjust, while playing his bass guitar at speeds a great deal of punk rock bass players could only dream of playing; while singing none the less. Agains All Authority are coupled with The Criminals, who are in my opinion, one of the best bands to hit the Bay Area scene with their finger in the air, yet empathetic approach to some of the toughest subjects we encounter in life. They have since broken up and I am not certain of the status of AAA, although, the Criminals ruled the straight out punk rock scene with comrades, The Nerve Agents, a much different and more straight forward AFI, The Swingin' Utters, and the Rancid family, among hundreds of other bands. They were fronted by Jesse Lucious, who still contributes a ton of knowledge and wisdom to a younger punk scene through his work with other bands and his work at Alternative Tentacles. Mike Sexx played the bass guitar for this band like the bass was about to go out of style. He was one of the people who gave me some of the first advise on how to tear it up on the four string and I will be forever greatful. Brady Ceasar, despite leaving the band after their second release, did all the guitar work for the Criminals and the second guitar player, who is exceptional as well, came in after all the Criminal recordings that I know of were complete. Brady is doing well and is not in any other bands that I know of although I see him in the SFC every now and then. AAA, and the Criminals are so punk that I don't think some can handle it. Their message is one of hope amongst a society of hypocrissy, liars, drug addiction, depression, silly scenesters, homophobes, homelessness, and police brutality.

This album contains some material that will not see the dawn of day after this release is well out of reach at most record shops. I recommend anyone who enjoys solid punk rock with attitude to get this. The bands play songs from each others' libraries. AAA playing the Criminal's masterpiece, "I Want to Stab You With Something Rusty", and the Criminals playing possible one of the best punk/ska songs ever, "All Fall Down", sans horns, which does not take away from the song in the least.

I grew up in the East Bay so call me bias, but this album is something that any true listener and appreciater of punk rock needs to have in their collection. It also benefits something that I see as a growing problem in my community and has touched so many loved ones and individuals that I know and care about. It benefits the Exchange Program, which provides clean needles and supplies for injection drug users. Having had my struggles and watching so many soldiers and comrades die from unnecessary disease transfer, I feel that clean needles, access to doctors and medicine for infection, detox, and other disorders, food, blankets, and other supplies are crucial in keeping people as safe as possible and making strides toward getting everyone a chance to start over. This record helps that ongoing fight. So, even if you are not into the bands, punk rock, ska, or whatever, you should buy the disc due to the cause alone. The music is as good as it gets in the genre and I feel that any true punk rocker, open minded person, and appreciator of music will enjoy, nay covet this album.

I enjoyed this cd very much especially the AAA songs but the criminals are cool too! i cant wait for 24 roadside resistance!

Against All Authority's new split with The Criminals, Exchange, is fantastic. The whole CD is hyper and explosive, and is one of AAA's best efforts to date. The new version of "All Fall Down" is wild, and even better than the old one. I hope all up and coming AAA releases are as electric and addictive as this one, because it's simply perfection. The reason I marked it down a star is because the CD's so short, you'll want to listen to more than is on there.

AAA didn't authorize this cd. They actually have nothing to do with the label that released this. So, what AAA has decided to do is release these songs on their website. You can go to AAA.org and get the entire CD for free. Enjoy!

this is the best AAA album...the vocals are the best and this is the best skaish band around its really hard to say what the best song is cause theyre all so good

By far THE BEST release by Against All Authority. In my opinion, you must hear this album before checking out any other AAA albums. (...)BR>Fast, hard-hitting, fully-charged punk ska with a political edge, their messages much like the legendary Dead Kennedys.
If you can find this anywhere, PICK IT UP. No matter what they charge you for it, it's worth it.

I have always been a great punk fan and when this CD came out I was skeptical but after listening to it for a while I decided it's my favorite album. They have a lot of talent for a punk band and even some new istruments (saxaphone, trumpet). These guys have no "bad" songs on this album. BUY IT NOW.

This is really the best and one of the only true ska/punk albums out there. Against All Authority's aggressive ska/punk style features some of the fastest and most punk-like horns around. They're a great fast, in your face kind of style that makes you wanna get moving. Most of the songs are politically oriented, which are sung by a vocalist that gets seriously into what he believes. This is one of the best politically charged albums around. I would maybe even recommend this over Anti-Flag and Propagandhi.

Big up to Craig M. CSHS 96/Key Largo reprezent. Hook me up with free tix, please. Your band kicks.

SJ

get this cd ASAP because its good times one million. this cd has some political songs but not all of them are so you wont get bored or anything. the music is AWESOME the vocals are GREEATTTT just get the cd

The vocals sound like lung cancer, the guitars chords sound like a car accident, and the drums are so fast it's like a constant roll; it's awesome. This is the zenith of skate-core ska. Although, the lyrics are usually incomprehensble; they do have depth to them. It's appeal is within it's jagged, raw sound. Imagine Leftover Crack at 8 beats/second.

The melodic brass breakdowns, juxtaposed to the 100mph stanzas, provide an excellent bridge and give the songs dimensions. Any band that can play that fast, without sounding like a cluttered mess, or exploding, is awesome. Definately one of the better CDs I've purchased, lately.

This cd is the best AAA cd in stores. I got it and memorized all the songs in one week. This cd is a must.

Well if you like Operation Ivy, Smiley Kids, and Anti-Flag, then chances are you'll love this as well. This is political ska great if your a fan of propagandhi! also if you like ska-core and ska. Worth every penny. -(AAA)- are not posers!!! I'm so sick of you jerks telling us what to listen to and what not to listen to. You ask me I'd say you're the poseurs and not us. Face it, the Sex Pistols and The Ramones are gone, and we'll never have old school back, so shut up and just deal with it! These guys are awesome and ever track is amazing. I say buy it now!!!

Yeah its good go buy it Now its so stimulating so great great great i loved it so did my mom and my dog so buy it now