Crucificados pelo Sistema
Ratos de Porão
1984
Rankings
Why This Album Matters
Crucificados pelo Sistema marks the explosive debut of Ratos de Porão, one of Brazil's most emblematic hardcore punk bands. Released in 1984, this album is a landmark not only for the national scene, but for the whole of Latin America, establishing itself as the first official release of a full hardcore punk album in the region. Its visceral and aggressive sound, characteristic of the genre, positions it as an essential sonic document of the punk effervescence of the era. The record, with its unmistakable original grey cover, introduced the public to the fury and raw energy that would become the band's signature, fronted by João Gordo's powerful vocals. The authenticity and impact of its tracks ensured the album a prominent place in the history of Brazilian heavy music.
Recording
The album was recorded at Vice-Versa studio, using 16-channel equipment, which at the time allowed for the capture of the sonic intensity Ratos de Porão proposed. This technical recording allowed the rawness and speed inherent in hardcore punk to be faithfully captured, defining the work's sound.
Legacy
Since its release, Crucificados pelo Sistema transcended national borders, being distributed in Europe and the United States, which attests to its global relevance. Proof of its lasting impact and continuous demand lies in its multiple re-releases, which include LP and CD editions by labels such as Devil Discos (1989), Pecúlio Discos (2009), and Heart Bleeds Blue (2016), each with distinct coloured covers, but retaining the essence of the original work. The album's consecration was reinforced in July 2016, when Rolling Stone Brasil magazine elected it as the best punk rock album in Brazil, solidifying its status as a fundamental pillar of the genre's discography in the country.
Tracks
Credits
Fábio R. Sampaio
Ratos De Porão
João Gordo
Jabá
Jão
Mingau
Marcos Campolim
Priscila Farias
Podcasts
Obra Fechada · Marcelo Fonseca
Quatro adolescentes da periferia da zona norte de São Paulo, atravessam o rio que separa "A Cidade" do local de onde habitam. Cada um à sua maneira ataca seus instrumentos, com ferocidade e a urgência que só o meio dos anos 1980 do Brasil poderia proporcionar. O mundo deles era o das regiões periféricas, da metrópole indiferente, da inflação interminável, do desemprego como paisagem, da guerra fri
Videos
Ratos de Porão - 30 Anos Crucificados Pelo Sistema (2014) - SHOW
Caio Nunes da Cruz
Films
Books
Analyses
Crucificados pelo Sistema – Wikipedia
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Ratos de Porão - Crucificados pelo Sistema - Reviews - Encyclopaedia ...
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I'm not talking about their lo-fi, their poor recording is great, but there's something probably in the mastering of the instruments just doesn't sound the best thing ever. However, this doesn't stop the album from being a great listen. Crucificados pelo Sistema is still one of the greatest releases in Brazilian music.
Subclássicos: RATOS DE PORÃO — Crucificados Pelo Sistema (1984)
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Crucificados Pelo Sistema shows that for Brazilian punk, the more local, violent, and true it is, the greater its impact. With it, Ratos not only defined hardcore punk in Brazil but also launched it to the world.
Analisando Discografias - Ratos de Porão: Parte 1
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In 1984, Ratos de Porão released their classic debut album titled Crucificados Pelo Sistema. In the early 80s, Brazil lived under a military dictatorship, a period marked by political repression, censorship, and social inequality.
Discos Escondidos #056: Ratos de Porão - Crucificados pelo Sistema (1984)
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In 1983, they recorded their first release, and when drummer Betinho left the band, Jão moved to drums and Ratos de Porão welcomed a new vocalist: João Gordo.
