Ratos De Porão, the pioneering Brazilian hardcore punk band, unleashes raw energy and unapologetic lyrics in their 2006 album "Homem Inimigo do Homem." This intense, 30-minute journey through 12 tracks is a testament to the band's enduring influence in the hardcore punk and thrash metal scenes. Produced by Fernando Sanches at El Rocha studio, the album captures the essence of punk's raw power, with engineering by Bernardo Pacheco and mixing by Daniel Ganjaman at Mosh studio.
The album opens with "Pedofilia Santa," setting a fierce tone that continues through tracks like "Covardia de Plantão" and "Expresso da Escravidão." Ratos De Porão's signature aggressive sound and socially charged lyrics are evident throughout, addressing themes of societal issues and personal struggles. Tracks like "Otário Involuntário" and "Homem Inimigo do Homem" showcase the band's ability to blend thrash metal riffs with punk's rebellious spirit. The album concludes with "Lucidez," leaving a lasting impression of the band's uncompromising approach to music.
"Homem Inimigo do Homem" is a must-listen for fans of hardcore punk and thrash metal, offering a powerful and unfiltered experience that highlights Ratos De Porão's enduring legacy in Brazilian rock.