“Mata leao” means “lion killer” in Portuguese, an appropriate title for this beast of an album, Biohazard’s first as a trio. In this case less is more; with a sound blending so many ingredients (hardcore, rap, metal), the increased focus brought on by the streamlined line-up just hardens the tip of the jackhammer. Produced by Dave Jerden of Jane’s Addiction and Alice in Chains fame, this 1996 release sees its first US issue on vinyl, complete with printed inner sleeve. Tan vinyl pressing limited to 2000 copies worldwide.

A1. Authority A2. These Eyes (Have Seen) A3. Stigmatized A4. Control A5. Cleansing A6. Competition A7. Modern Democracy A8. Better Days

B1. Gravity B2. A Lot to Learn B3. Waiting to Die B4. A Way B5. True Strengths B6. Thorn B7. In Vain