This 2004 release compiles recordings from Really Red's formative years, offering a raw glimpse into their early hardcore sound before lineup changes and stylistic shifts.
- The album was released by Alternative Tentacles, a label founded by Dead Kennedys' Jello Biafra.
- "Teaching You the Fear" collects material from the band's first two EPs, "Self Defense" and "Government Benefits," both originally released in 1980.
- The recordings showcase the original lineup of the band, featuring members who would later go on to other notable projects.
Really Red was an American hardcore punk band formed in Austin, Texas, in 1978. They were a key part of the early Texas punk scene, known for their intense live shows and politically charged lyrics. "Teaching You the Fear" arrived late in their recording career, long after their initial run of influential EPs and albums.
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