Oi Polloi / Appalachian Terror Unit – Split

Released as a collaborative 7-inch split release in late 2011/early 2012 by the premier anarcho-crust label Profane Existence in the US and co-released by Nikt Nic Nie Wie in Europe, the Oi Polloi / Appalachian Terror Unit Split represents a transatlantic meeting of radical, politically uncompromised punk minds. This record pairs Edinburgh, Scotland’s legendary anarcho-oi veterans Oi Polloi with West Virginia’s fierce anti-capitalist, eco-crust heavyweights Appalachian Terror Unit, creating a stark, devastating wall of anti-fascist and environmental direct-action anthems. What makes this split exceptionally cool is the brilliant contrast in sonic execution: Oi Polloi delivers their trademark bouncy, charging street-punk anthems layered with historical nods to the fast, primitive d-beat pacing of Discharge and the melodic defiance of The Partisans, while Appalachian Terror Unit brings an absolute onslaught of dark, metallic crust driven by blistering dual-gasp vocals that deeply echo the metallic weight of Nausea and the unrelenting, modern fury of Aus-Rotten. It is a crucial, high-energy spin for anyone invested in the unyielding integrity of underground, fiercely principled DIY punk rock.

Track Listing:

1. OI POLLOI – Disperse 02:04
2. OI POLLOI – Systeemin Orja 00:49
3. OI POLLOI – Feoladair Craicte 02:29
4. APPALACHIAN TERROR UNIT – Judgemental ignorant stupid and blind 02:25
5. APPALACHIAN TERROR UNIT – We will continue to break the law and destroy property until we win 01:48
6. APPALACHIAN TERROR UNIT – Meat punks 02:03