“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.
Tracklist:
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
Label: Real Gone Music
Released: 1996/2024