# Career Suicide / Jed Whitey Review
Career Suicide and Jed Whitey's self-titled split release on Deranged Records represents a significant moment in underground hardcore and punk circles during 2004. Both acts emerged from the fertile DIY punk scene, each bringing their own aggressive energy to the vinyl format during an era when independent labels like Deranged Records were crucial to preserving raw, unpolished hardcore sounds.
The split format allows listeners to experience two distinct approaches to punk rock brutality. Career Suicide's side opens with "The One That Got Away," establishing an immediate sense of urgency that carries through tracks like "Borrowed Time" and "On The Run," which showcase the band's ability to blend punk's directness with hardcore's intensity. The standout "State Violence State Control" from Jed Whitey's side demonstrates the group's political engagement, a hallmark of serious punk discourse.
Musically, both acts favor tight, no-frills production that emphasizes raw instrumentation over studio polish. Jed Whitey's satirical wit shines on "Hands Up If You Think I'm Cool," while tracks like "Kill Radio" and "Bad Taste Antidote" deliver scathing social commentary wrapped in propulsive rhythms. Career Suicide maintains relentless momentum throughout their selections, with songs like "Disguise" and "There's Something Wrong With You" channeling classic punk's accessibility without sacrificing edge.
This 2004 split captures both bands at their hungry best, offering collectors a genuine snapshot of mid-2000s underground hardcore vitality. The vinyl format enhances the album's authentic charm, making it an essential addition to any serious punk collection.
