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The Oath That Keeps Me Free is the third studio album by the American hardcore punk band Earth Crisis, released in 1995. The album is noted for its heavy sound that combines elements of hardcore, metal, and punk, featuring aggressive guitar riffs, powerful drumming, and politically charged lyrics. It is regarded as a significant release within the metalcore genre and has influenced many bands that followed. Lyrically, the album addresses themes of veganism, animal rights, and personal freedom, aligning with the band's straight edge philosophy.
