Why Play Around?

by Wargasm

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Jason J I was lucky enough to see Wargasm live a number of times back in the late 80s with Formicide, another killer thrash band from Massachusetts.
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MetalIncorporated I mean, what do you say about this already established (You should know these guys if your a true thrasher) insanely badass band? Everything from the production to of course, the writing on this is superb! Original copies (if you can find one) are really expensive. Thanks so much to Wargasm for rereleasing this absolute Thrasterpiece! I'll be shaking the walls at my old folks home with this album.....which is closer in life than I want to invision. Bloody midlife metalhead problems ;)
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Slayer6996 An essential to any fan of classic underground Thrash Metal.
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steelreign Anyone with ears that still function can understand why this is essential in the collection of any self respecting metal fan... classic made available again - don't miss it (again)! \m/ \m/
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mrdilligence Classic Boston area thrash/proto-death band. Heavy as f***. Favorite track: Sudden Death.
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patient_ot Underrated thrash metal from the late 80s that still sounds great today. Monster riffs, great production, and enough unique touches to keep things interesting. Recommended.
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  • Compact Disc (CD) + Digital Album

    The underground Thrash Classic is BACK! This is the Ultimate Edition! Remastered and Repackaged, with a 12-page color booklet filled with archival pictures, flyers, artwork, and liner notes written by bassist/vocalist Bob Mayo! Also includes a fold out poster featuring original cover artwork supplied by cover artist Ioannis on one side, and the complete song lyrics on the other!

    Includes unlimited streaming of Why Play Around? via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
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    edition of 200 

      $12.99 USD or more 

     

  • Streaming + Download

    Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
    Purchasable with gift card

      $9 USD  or more

     

  • Cassette + Digital Album

    Wargasm's 1987 Underground Thrash Classic 'WHY PLAY AROUND?' is now available on Chrome Plus cassette. The acclaimed 2015 re-master comes with a 5-panel j-card with original artwork and complete lyrics. Limited quantities!

    Includes unlimited streaming of Why Play Around? via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
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      $8 USD or more 

     

  • Full Digital Discography

    6
    releases

    Get all 6 Wargasm releases available on Bandcamp and save 25%.

    Includes unlimited streaming via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality downloads of Rumours of War: The Complete Demo Collection, Fireball, Rainbows, Kittens, Flowers & Puppies, Why Play Around?, Rawgasm: Live in Boston, and Ugly. , and , .

    Purchasable with gift card

      $34.50 USD or more (25% OFF)

     

  • Vinyl
    Record/Vinyl + Digital Album

    Available again on vinyl for the first time in over 25 years! This early thrash classic is packaged in a gatefold sleeve packed with rare photos and liner notes written by bassist/vocalist Bob Mayo. Also includes a poster insert featuring the cover art and complete lyrics, and is available in 3 different colors: black, red/orange marble and clear. Buy direct from the band and get the lowest price available!

    Band-direct copies limited to 60 in black and 10 each on red/orange & clear; specify custom color request while placing order. Unspecified orders will receive black.

    Includes unlimited streaming of Why Play Around? via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

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Wasteland 03:57
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Revenge 07:01
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Bullets and Blades 03:49
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Undead 06:27
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Merritt's Girlfriend 00:43
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Sudden Death 04:59
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Wargasm 09:13
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Le Cou Cou 02:20
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Humanoid 04:49
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credits

released October 31, 2015

All songs by Spillberg/Spillberg/Mayo p&c 1986, 1987 YAAG Music/BMI.

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Wargasm Boston, Massachusetts

WARGASM was a 3-piece Metal band, active from 1985 - 1995. The band released several demos, three albums, one E.P., one concert DVD, and toured Europe several times.

Wargasm are considered a Thrash Metal band, and their debut album 'Why Play Around?' is widely viewed by as a classic of the genre.

Wargasm are in the process of re-issuing their catalog for digital download and on CD & LP. ... more

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