Verbal Assault - Learn
Review by Jack Soutar
Verbal Assault's album "Learn" is a must-listen for any fan of punk rock. Released in 1985, the album features 11 tracks of fast-paced, energetic music that is sure to get you moving. From the opening track "Scared to Death" to the closing track "Disintegration," the band's passion and intensity are evident throughout.
One standout track is "Trial," which features blistering guitar riffs and powerful vocals from lead singer Pete Chramiec. The song's lyrics speak to the band's political and social consciousness, calling for justice and equality for all.
Another highlight of the album is "Heal," a slower, more introspective track that showcases the band's range and versatility. The song's lyrics are deeply personal and emotional, touching on themes of loss, grief, and healing.
Table of Contents
Download
Filename: verbal-assault-learn.zip- MP3 size: 34.3 mb
- FLAC size: 305.2 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Backstab | ||
| Learn | ||
| Grey | ||
| The Pain | ||
| The Price We Pay | ||
| Complain, Complain | ||
| When I Think |
Video
Verbal Assault - Learn (1986) FULL ALBUM
Verbal Assault-Gray
Verbal Assault Backstab
The Price We Pay - Verbal Assault
Images
Catalog Numbers
- NO.7, NUMBER • 7, No. 7
- NO.7, NUMBER • 7
- NO.7
Labels
Positive Force RecordsListen online
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Formats
- Vinyl
- 12"
- 33 ⅓ RPM
- EP
- Repress
- Red Vinyl
- Red
- Test Pressing
- Red Translucent
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Recorded At | Inner Ear Studios |
| Mastered At | Greg Lee Processing |
| Pressed By | Rainbo Records |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Backing Vocals | Chris, Dylan, Ian, Nick, Pete |
| Band | Christopher, Dylan, Nick, Pete |
| Engineer | Don Zientara |
| Graphics | Carolyn Di Panni |
| Photography By | Carolyn, Chris, Matt , Sean |
| Producer | Ian Mackaye |
| Sleeve Notes | Verbal Assault |
Notes
- Recorded on November 30th, 1985.
- Lyrics printed on back cover.
- Includes a Positive Force Records info sheet.
- Some copies include a gatefold insert with band photos and a text.
- Another pressing has 'Jacket Made in Canada' on bottom right of back cover, altered label art with typeset catalogue numbers, lower Positive Force logo and 'Learn' on an angle. The matrix/runout is written smaller throughout and side A is stamped 'Mastered by Frankford Wayne New York' with cg scratched next to it. L24396 and L24396-X is replaced with S19430 1-1 and S19431 1-1
- some (perhaps all) copies appear translucent when viewed against a light source.
- This pressing has 'Jacket Made in Canada' on bottom right of back cover, altered label art with typeset catalogue numbers, lower Positive Force logo and 'Learn' on an angle and altered runout etching and stamp.
- 'Jacket Made in Canada' on bottom right of back cover
- Test pressing with Rainbo Records labels (pressing plant).
- In plain white jacket with track listing and information taped to front.
- Unknown quantity pressed.
- This pressing on red transluecent vinyl has 'Jacket Made in Canada' on bottom right of back cover, altered label art with typeset catalogue numbers, lower Positive Force logo and 'Learn' on an angle. The matrix/runout is written smaller throughout and side A is stamped 'Mastered by Frankford Wayne New York' with cg scratched next to it. L24396 and L24396-X is replaced with S19430 1-1 and S19431 1-1
Barcodes
- Matrix / Runout (Runout area side A): PF - 07 - A CORNER MINIT MART, Bob.... L-24396
- Matrix / Runout (Runout area side B): PF - 07 - B 24 HOURS A DAY!.... UM, HUH! L-24396-X
- Matrix / Runout (Runout etched and stamped side A): PF - 07 - A S-19430 1-1 MASTERING BY FRANKFORD/WAYNE NEW YORK C9 CORNER MINIT-MART, BOB...
- Matrix / Runout (Runout etched side B): PF - 07 - B S-19431 1-1 24 Hours A Day um, huh
About Verbal Assault
Verbal Assault was an American hardcore-punk band that started in Newport, Rhode Island. They played their first show on 21 November 1983, released a demo ("The Masses"), three EP's ("Learn
Name Vars
- V.A.
Members
- Thomas Gorman
- Chris Gorman
- Darren Mock
- Christopher Jones
- Doug Ernest
- Dylan Roy
- Pete Chramiec
Summary by Jack Soutar
Comments
2023-04-13
Been (half-assedly) looking for this song for years. Saw you guys play a church basement in Buffalo in like 87-88. So long ago.
2023-04-13
Classic, a huge influence!
2023-04-12
ЗБС!
2023-04-11
I feel like the dudes of Rancid may have liked these guys.
2023-04-11
I know everyone wants to feel special, but this record is not underrated nor was it ever overlooked.
2023-04-10
REAL HARDCORE - BY THESE 80'S HARDCORE HEROES
2023-04-10
This album is one of the most overlooked albums of the original hardcore era.
2023-04-10
Weeeeeeeeeee!
2023-04-10
How many singers did they try 'til they found the Ian clone?
2023-04-10
The Price We Pay coulda used more cow bell.
2023-04-09
I’m relatively new to the hardcore scene, and my buddy was telling me about his days being a Rhode Island hardcore fan in the 80s and he told me to come check this band out from his home town. Incredible, hardcore roots.
2023-04-08
Verbal Assault were a cool band ("Learn" was their best record) but not as great as Verbal Abuse and their legendary debut.
2023-04-08
saw these guys so many times back in the 1980s. Killer band, great guys.
2023-04-08
Updated current webpage: www.verbalassault.com
2023-04-08
Deborah.............
2023-04-08
One of my favorite bands in the ? is verbal assault records
2023-04-07
I had the privilege of seeing them play in Raleigh shortly after this release and if I recall correctly, one of the band member's parents was there with them. They gave me a set list because I knew all the words... what a great memory of an outstanding and underrated band.
2023-04-06
Hey do you have download links to this or the other eps they released? I can't find a download for anything they released except for Trial.
2023-04-06
thanks a lot , criminally underrated hardcore punk gem
2023-04-06
One of the raddest bands you could see. They opened for 7 Seconds. So sick.
2023-04-06
Legit positive 80's hardcore. they rocked TT the Bear's place in Boston in '87 when the played with Dag Nasty. Still one of my favorite ever shows.
2023-04-05
Love this album! I still have it, but no record player.....I also love how you even show the song list from the back of the album, but manage to spell "Grey" wrong....lol ...just ribbing ya