Attitude

Attitude represents a specific intersection of the Syracuse hardcore scene and the broader West Coast crossover thrash movement. While the name has been used by multiple entities, the primary focus here is the 2000s hardcore outfit associated with 1917 Records and the earlier California thrash iteration.

The Syracuse-based band is characterized by a 'tough-guy' hardcore aesthetic, utilizing gang vocals, heavy breakdowns, and social commentary. Their sound is deeply rooted in the DIY ethics of the mid-2000s hardcore revival, sharing DNA with peers like Internal Affairs and Shipwreck. Critically, they are viewed as a foundational 'meat-and-potatoes' hardcore band that prioritized energy and community over technical experimentation. Their catalog, particularly 'We All Go Down Together,' remains a staple for collectors of 2000s-era vinyl. The band's historical importance lies in its role as a bridge between traditional punk speed and the more metallic, breakdown-heavy style that would come to dominate the hardcore landscape in the subsequent decade.