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Unchained
Dark Days

Independent (2008) — Michael

Unchained – Dark Days cover artwork
Unchained – Dark Days — Independent, 2008

Unchained is a five-piece of youngsters from the Bay Area of California. This release is a four-song demo EP titled Dark Days. On these four tracks the band offers up a nice blend of hardcore, fast-paced punk, and even a dash of 80's thrash ala D.R.I.. "I'm Walking Home" had me thinking of Lights Out. "Fuck Off Die Slow" is a bitter and angry piece of music perfect for demolishing anything in sight. This is a solid demo that you can grab off the band for free. It's got some rad art too. Pick up a copy now!

7.0 / 10 — Michael • December 22, 2008

Unchained – Dark Days cover artwork
Unchained – Dark Days — Independent, 2008

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