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Brutal Truth

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The Profile

Brutal Truth is an American grindcore band from New York City formed in 1990 by bassist Dan Lilker. Across releases for Earache and later Relapse, they fused grindcore with death metal, hardcore, sludge, and noise. The group was active 1990–1999 and 2006–2014, disbanding on October 18, 2014.

Formed in 1990 in New York City by Dan Lilker (ex–Nuclear Assault). Early releases on Earache; later moved to Relapse. Known for extreme, politically charged grindcore and collaborations within the extreme music scene, including the Melvins. Final disbandment announced on October 18, 2014.

DeBaser’s reviewers dive into Brutal Truth’s grindcore: from the landmark debut to late-era sludge/noise assaults. Themes span political fury, urban decay, and sheer sonic extremism. Highlights include the Earache-to-Relapse era shift, ferocious live documents, and the 2011 swansong atmosphere. Overall tone: loud, fast, and oddly cathartic.

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