Youth of Today
Anarchy in Vienna
Track Listing
1. Anarchy in Vienna --:-- 2. Make a Change --:-- 3. Slow Down --:-- 4. Malfunction --:-- 5. Can't Close My Eyes --:-- 6. Potential Friend --:-- 7. I Have Faith --:-- 8. Stabbed in the Back --:-- 9. Keep It Up --:-- 10. Better Than You --:-- 11. Put It Aside --:-- 12. Youth Crew --:-- 13. Break Down the Walls --:-- 14. War --:--Historical Archive
Anarchy in Vienna is the debut studio album by the hardcore punk band Youth of Today, released in 1988. The album is a landmark in the straight edge movement, characterized by its fast tempos, aggressive guitar riffs, and socially conscious lyrics. It has been influential in the hardcore punk scene, setting a precedent for future bands and solidifying Youth of Today's place in punk history. The album's themes of personal responsibility, veganism, and anti-drug messages resonate with the ethos of the youth culture at the time, making it a crucial listen for fans of the genre.