The Age of Quarrel

by Cro-Mags

Overview

Formed by New York punk child prodigy Harley Flanagan and guitarist Parris Mayhew, the Cro-Mags helped define the East Coast hardcore movement with their now legendary debut, Age of Quarrel. Originally released on Profile Records, the 15-track collection was later combined with the band's 1989 follow-up, Best Wishes, as a single 22-song package. Joining Flanagan (bass) and Mayhew (guitars) on Age of Quarrel are vocalist John "Bloodclot" Joseph, drummer Mackie Jayson, and co-guitarist Doug Holland. Together, these musicians are considered the quintessential Cro-Mags lineup and this is their only recording together. Near record-setting member changes plagued the band and the considerable momentum created by this debut was never capitalized on. Age of Quarrel is loaded with hardcore classics like "World Peace," "We Gotta Know," and "Street Justice." On these cuts and throughout the record, Mayhew presents what were at the time cutting-edge post-Motoerhead punk/metal riffs, and the entire group execute their roles with passion, dexterity, and extreme focus. It's practically impossible to understand or appreciate New York hardcore without first spending time listening to Age of Quarrel. ~ Vincent Jeffries

Product Details

Release Date:	01/27/2023
Label:	Astor Place
UPC:	0819376028828
Rank:	31405

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Cro-Mags   Primary Artist

Technical Credits

Lars Ulrich   Composer
James Hetfield   Composer
John Joseph   Composer
Catie Curtis   Composer
Harley Flanagan   Composer
Parris Mayhew   Composer