Napalm Death's 1987 debut, "Scum," is a foundational text of grindcore, released by Earache Records. The album features short, intense songs with a raw production style.
- "Scum" was recorded in two sessions, with two different lineups. The first session featured members Justin Broadrick and Mick Harris, while the second session, which makes up the latter half of the album, featured Bill Steer and Lee Dorrian.
- The album's original pressing on Earache Records was limited to 1,000 copies.
- "Scum" is often cited as one of the most influential albums in extreme metal history.
Napalm Death is a grindcore band from Meriden, England, formed in 1981. They are pioneers of the grindcore genre, known for their blast beat drumming and short, politically charged songs.
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