‘You bought the lie, Because you thought it would help, You blamed a scapegoat for your personal hell, Bur the cannibal system devours its own’ (Collaborator)

Fight Another Day is a snarling denunciation of modern-day America.  An economic system built on endless consumption that is devouring itself, the burden carried by those least able to afford it.  Political grifters serve their paymasters by pointing the finger at those least to blame for it, while unleashing paramilitaries to stalk the streets.  But, above all, the importance of never giving up the fight.  What better soundtrack to this spiralling decline than six blasts of classic 1980s’ USHC?

This 7-inch is the Dimension’s debut vinyl release, following up their 2023 demo, a whirlwind of cleanly sharp guitar, rapid-fire rhythms, and sneering vocals.  The Western Massachusetts band are well-versed in the fundamentals of those that have inspired their sound – this is lean, taut hardcore that puts a premium on brevity and intensity.  Yet, they also understand the virtues that can elevate it to the next level and the songwriting chops to make that happen.  Each of the six tracks slams home with its own thoroughly distinctive identity.  The sledgehammer breakdowns that define Active Duty and My Life, My Terms are absolute bruisers, but the stand-out track is, perhaps, the murderous mid-paced stomp of Collaborator.