Badass Western music. Tough/edgy music. World classics and recommended popular songs.
This might be sudden, but when you hear “hard-hitting Western music,” what kind of tracks come to mind?
Many people probably think of hip-hop or death metal.
This time, I’ve put together a selection of that kind of “hard-hitting Western music,” with a focus on hip-hop.
From classic West Coast rap of the ’90s to hardcore styles of the 2000s and modern trap, I’ve picked out “badass bangers” from a range of genres.
Even if you’re not into hip-hop, you’ll recognize some of these tracks—so be sure to check them out.
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Badass Western music. Tough, hard-hitting tracks. World-class masterpieces and recommended popular songs (41–50)
Nazi Punks Fuck OffDead Kennedys
Dead Kennedys are a punk rock band formed in San Francisco in 1978.
They are well known for their political, satirical lyrics.
This track was released as a single in 1981 and reached No.
11 on the UK charts.
Badass Western songs. Tough/edgy music. World classics and recommended popular tracks (51–60)
Exofilth 2.0 (feat. Within Destruction)Distant
The new release from Dutch deathcore band Distant is a collaboration with Slovenia’s Within Destruction.
Released in January 2024, the track vividly portrays emotions of anger and revenge.
It features deep, weighty riffs and punchy drums, with intense vocals from both bands leaving a strong impression.
Since their formation in 2014, Distant have toured and played festivals across Europe, achieving global success.
This work embodies their worldview, inspired by tales of the Dark Ages and the occult, resulting in an intense track that even listeners beyond the deathcore scene should experience at least once.
Ain’t No LimitMystikal
Mystikal is an American rapper and actor who has been active since 1993.
This track was released as a single in 1997.
Featuring the rapper Silkk The Shocker, the track reached No.
63 on the U.
S.
charts.
Scentless ApprenticeNirvana
A track included on Nirvana’s third album, In Utero, released in 1993 and a hit around the world.
It was inspired by Patrick Süskind’s novel Perfume: The Story of a Murderer, which portrays a serial killer.
Kid Of DarknessSlaughter To Prevail
Slaughter to Prevail, the reigning kings of deathcore who paint a portrait of a dark world.
Released in May 2024, this track explores the embrace of death and darkness, portraying a confrontation with inner fears.
Alex Terrible’s overwhelming growls and the crushing sound shake listeners to their core.
Hailing from Russia and now based in Florida, their music captivates with a distinctive worldview that weaves together English and Russian.
A must-listen not only for deathcore fans but for anyone seeking intensely heavy music.
SLEEZY BASTARD (SLASHER PT. 1)SosMula
Soss Mula, a pioneer of trap metal born from the streets of New York.
The Brazil-born artist’s new track dropping in July 2024 is the very definition of a menacing, hard-hitting banger.
Fusing aggressive rap with ominous beats, the song lays bare its violent themes.
Its distinctive sound, reminiscent of New York’s underground music scene, is sure to resonate with fans of underground hip-hop.
Known as a member of City Morgue, his solo work is perfect for those seeking dark, avant-garde music.
The lyrics, which depict crime and dangerous situations, are extreme, but they reflect the reality of the streets.
Blood in Blood OutJedi Mind Tricks
A track included on the 2003 album “Visions of Gandhi” by the underground hip-hop group Jedi Mind Tricks.
It features a playful beat and lyrics characterized by blasphemous, morbid metaphors.