Discharge

Discharge is a legendary punk band from Stoke-on-Trent, England, formed in 1977. Widely regarded as pioneers of the hardcore and D-beat subgenres, they made their mark with an aggressive, politically charged sound that fused punk's raw edge with the speed and intensity that would influence thrash, crust punk, and extreme metal scenes worldwide. Their early releases, like the Why EP and the seminal album Hear Nothing See Nothing Say Nothing, became touchstones for fans and bands alike, known for their minimalist yet thunderous approach.

The group’s message was heavily anti-war and anti-authoritarian, captured in their stark lyrics and black-and-white artwork. Over the years, Discharge went through various lineup changes but continued to tour and release new music, maintaining their fierce ethos. Albums like End of Days and Disensitise showed that even decades after their debut, Discharge hadn’t lost their edge. They remain a vital influence in underground music scenes and hold a crucial place in punk history.

Genres

Hardcore Punk

Punk

Grindcore

Hardcore

Post-punk

Metalcore

Thrash Metal

Crust Punk

Anarcho-punk

D-beat

Related Artists

The Exploited

GBH

Conflict

Celtic Frost

Subhumans

Slayer

Motörhead

Extreme Noise Terror

Death

Dead Kennedys

Kreator

Chaos UK

Latest Release

In The Cold Night - Toronto 1983

Discharge

Album - 14 Tracks - Released June 23, 2023