a tribute to a legendary hardcore band. Hatebreed are one of the innovators in this genre and there's no denying that no matter your opinion on the band. now that that's been said lets talk about the bands on this release. a few of pennsylvania's finest hardcore/metal bands Built Upon Frustration are pittsburgh local legends period eric klinger from pro-pane holding down the vocals lends to a brutality unparalleled in past or present hardcore/metal acts. Endless are another legendary pittsburgh band and if you're not familiar with these 2 bands i highly suggest seeking them out and giving them a listen. Shockwave a band hailing from Erie, PA another legendary band this band is a transformer theme based.. that's right.. "transformer". this bands roster reads like the who's who in hardcore their members came from and went on to form so many improtant bands in the genre it's not even funny. A Well Thought Tragedy are from Philadelphia, PA and while not around very long their impact doesn't go unnoticed. Redtops hailing from Phoenixville, PA are another band who needs more recognition.the bottom line is Hatebreed fans are treated to some of their favorite songs covered by a few bands that shine a different light on songs that helped build the hardcore scene and a precursor to bands you absolutely need to check out as soon as possible.seek these bands out you won't be disappointed.