Sound Check: Madball Gives a Tour of New York Hardcore’s birthplace

Meet Madball, the legendary New York City hardcore band that rose from the ashes of the declining punk rock scene of the 1980s. Formed as a side project of Agnostic Front, Madball quickly gained notoriety for their aggressive sound and rebellious ethos, led by the imposing presence of frontman Freddy “Madball“ Cricien. Their music became the anthems for disillusioned youth, and their energetic live shows at iconic venues like CBGB’s and A7 solidified their place in the hardcore scene. With a career spanning over three decades, Madball is stamped as a pioneer of NY hardcore, influencing generations of music fans around the world. Find out more at Follow us: @monsterenergy #MonsterEnergy #Music #Hardcore