The 2009 release Supporting Caste showcases Propagandhi's signature blend of intricate musicianship and pointed political commentary. This album stands as a testament to their enduring commitment to confrontational themes and complex song structures.
- Supporting Caste was released on March 10, 2009, by 580451 Records DK. The album features guest vocals from Jun Togawa on the track "The Only Good Fascist Is a Dead Fascist." Supporting Caste received critical acclaim from punk and metal publications for its musicianship and lyrical content.
- The album was recorded at The Sound Factory in Toronto, Ontario, with producer Darius Szczepaniak. Szczepaniak is known for his work with other notable punk and metal bands. Supporting Caste was the band's first release on their own label, G7 Welcoming Records.
- The album's title, Supporting Caste, is a reference to the caste system in India and its parallels to social hierarchies in Western societies. The lyrical themes explore issues of class struggle, imperialism, and resistance. Supporting Caste was re-released in 2016 with updated artwork and bonus tracks.
Propagandhi is a Canadian punk band formed in 1991. They are known for their technically proficient and politically charged music. Supporting Caste was released in 2009, marking a period of continued prolific output for the band. Propagandhi was at this point a well-established force in the punk and hardcore scene.
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