Combatwoundedveteran - 11 Song 7” | Screamo Hall of Fame Class of 1996 Nominee

Release Information:

1996
Suppose I Break Your Neck Records
Tampa, FL
Runtime: 10:16
Tracks: 11

Band Members:

Christopher Norris (Vocals)
Davey Bartlett (Guitar, Vocals)
Dan Ponch (Bass, Vocals)
Mar Muenchinger (Drums)

Genres, Influences and Characteristics:

Emoviolence, Grindcore, Frantic, Dissonant, Chaotic

Musical Analysis:

With the average track being less than a minute, CWV attempts the most extreme version of Screamo we've heard yet. Taking the metallic nastiness of Grind and the unpredictability and dynamism of Powerviolence, CWV threads these elements together with politically charged sampled interludes and merciless guttural screeches from three different vocalists.

Historical Analysis:

This debut EP is one of the first examples of Emoviolence getting fleshed out. Although Grindcore wouldn't be the most popular mixer for this genre, its inclusion as a strong influence showcases the desire for early Emoviolence to branch away from its humble beginnings into its own plane of musical insanity.

Lyrical Analysis:

With sarcastic song titles and critical, biting lyrics, Comwbatwoundedveteran are unabashedly Hardcore in their approach to song themes. Touching on issues of consumerism, authority, conformity, toxic masculinity and toxic work culture, among others, in a straightforward and pissed-off way puts the listener right n the zeitgeist of early Screamo.