About This Album

Discover the unrelenting ferocity of **Venomous Concept’s** seminal album **"Kick Me Silly"** now available on limited-edition **VC3 cassette tape** format—a must-have for aficionados of hardcore punk, grindcore, and extreme metal genres. This release from **Solstice Eclipse Records & Tapes** delivers an authentic analog experience, preserving the raw energy and primal aggression that have defined Venomous Concept since their inception. ### Venomous Concept: A Legacy of Hardcore Intensity Venomous Concept emerged as a ferocious side project in the early 2000s, uniting veteran musicians from legendary bands such as Napalm Death and The Melvins. Featuring bassist and vocalist Kevin Sharp (Brutal Truth) alongside Shane Embury (Napalm Death), Buzz Osborne (The Melvins), and Danny Herrera (Napalm Death), the band embodies a potent fusion of hardcore punk’s relentless speed and metal’s crushing heaviness. Their sound is often described as a jagged collision of noise, grindcore brutality, and punk anarchism—making them a cornerstone act for fans who crave unfiltered sonic violence. ### "Kick Me Silly": An Anthem of Cacophonous Rebellion Originally released in 2016, *Kick Me Silly* represents the third full-length chapter in Venomous Concept’s oeuvre, encapsulating their signature blend of aggressive riffs, snarling vocals, and blistering tempos. The album dives headfirst into themes of social unrest, personal frustration, and raw emotional catharsis, articulated with both biting wit and palpable urgency. Tracks like the title cut and “Purpose is a Blur” showcase ferocious songwriting balanced by a gritty, DIY punk ethos, replete with sharp lyrical content that critiques societal norms without compromise. The production on *Kick Me Silly* is intentionally stripped down, echoing the band’s commitment to authentic hardcore aesthetics. The sound is immediate and visceral—raw guitar tones cut through the mix with razor-sharp precision, while the rhythm section propels the listener through rapid-fire blasts and groove-laden thrash beats. This album is a testament to Venomous Concept’s refusal to dilute their artistic vision, prioritizing visceral impact over polished studio gloss. ### Comparable Artists & Genre Placement Fans of Converge, Poison Idea, Napalm Death, and early Melvins will find *Kick Me Silly* an essential listening experience. Its fusion of hardcore punk’s brutality with grindcore’s speed and sludge metal’s weighty undertones places it squarely in the canon of extreme underground metal and punk. Venomous Concept continues to bridge the gap between punk’s raw immediacy and metal’s technical ferocity, influencing a new generation of crossover acts. ### The VC3 Cassette Tape Experience The *VC3* tape release offers collectors and fans an intimate, analog listening experience. Released on high-quality chrome cassette tape, it delivers warmth and texture distinct from digital formats. Tapes are housed in classic J-card packaging featuring exclusive artwork reflective of the album’s gritty tone and rebellious spirit. This format pays homage to the DIY origins of hardcore culture—until today, the tape remains a vibrant symbol of underground music authenticity and community. ### Why You Should Own The VC3 Tape Edition Owning the *Kick Me Silly* VC3 tape means embracing hardcore’s analog heritage while supporting Venomous Concept’s uncompromising artistry. It’s an essential collector’s item for metal and punk enthusiasts seeking to deepen their vinyl or cassette libraries with groundbreaking, influential records. Whether you’re a longtime fan or newly discovering Venomous Concept, this release stands as a bold statement of aggression, integrity, and underground resilience. Experience the chaotic power of *Kick Me Silly* as it was meant to be heard—rough, raw, and relentless. **Order your limited-edition VC3 cassette tape today from Solstice Eclipse Records & Tapes and own a piece of hardcore history!**