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Thought Riot
Thought Riot formed in Los Angeles in 1998. Their songs like 'American Deity' and 'All For God, And A Gun For All' carry lyrics that question authority and...
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All For God, And A Gun For All
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American Deity
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Black Watch
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Breaking Old Tablets
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Burning Too
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Cycle Of The Streets
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Duality Of The Revolutionary
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Encomienda
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Glenview
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Hard Words
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Homeland Insecurities
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I Voted For Nader
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Ink Soaked Pages
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Not Our Property
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On Friends And Mistakes
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Thought Riot formed in Los Angeles in 1998. Their songs like 'American Deity' and 'All For God, And A Gun For All' carry lyrics that question authority and social structures, delivered over hardcore punk arrangements. The band's lineup has included vocalist Steve Lookner and guitarist Todd Dennen.
They released albums including 'The Burning Bridge' in 2001, 'In the Shadow of Violence' in 2006, and 'Life of the Party' in 2018. Their music maintains an aggressive edge while their writing has grown more pointed over time. Songs such as 'Black Watch' and 'Breaking Old Tablets' continue to address political and personal themes without softening their approach.
Thought Riot's work has drawn attention for its directness, sometimes leading to disputes over content. They've kept making music on their own terms, letting the songs speak for themselves rather than fitting into any particular scene's expectations.
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