Backstory:

Born in the underbelly of downtown Chicago, Agonizing Crime emerged from the ashes of the bygone era of punk rock and thrash metal. Comprised of four members: lead singer and rhythm guitarist, Jace Blackwell, lead guitarist, Ronnie ‘Razor’ Smith, bassist, Mick ‘Havoc’ Harrison, and drummer, Chris ‘Cyanide’ Cooper, the band formed in the alleys and underground clubs of the city. The four met while in a local bar, each coming from different failed bands and shared a mutual dissatisfaction with the state of the music scene. Agonizing Crime was the product of their combined dedication to bring back the raw energy and unapologetic sound of punk and thrash.

Each member brings their own unique flavor to the band, creating a sound that is distinctly Agonizing Crime. Despite their tough exterior, the band is known for their fierce loyalty to their fans and their commitment to bringing their music to as many people as possible. Nothing can stop them from playing their heart out on stage, not even a power outage forcing them to play acoustically.

Genre: Punk/Thrash Metal

Title: “Razor’s Edge”

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)

[G] Down the alleys [Am] where we roam, [C] shadows dance [D] in our home
[G] Life’s a battleground, [Am] strife’s our only sound [C] From dusk till dawn, [D] we play on

(Chorus)

[G] We ride, [Am] on the Razor’s Edge
[C] In the darkness, [D] making our pledge
[G] Against the storm, [Am] we won’t hedge
[C] We are Agonizing Crime, [D] living life on the Razor’s Edge

(Verse 2)

[G] No silver spoon, [Am] no easy path [C] Only raw power [D] and some wrath
[G] We scream our truth, [Am] break the silence in half [C] Our music, our weapon [D] our epitaph

(Chorus)

[G] We ride, [Am] on the Razor’s Edge
[C] In the darkness, [D] making our pledge
[G] Against the storm, [Am] we won’t hedge
[C] We are Agonizing Crime, [D] living life on the Razor’s Edge

The band’s favorite fan’s name: Danny ‘Sidewalk’ Sullivan

Testimonial: “I nearly lost my life to addiction and the streets. Agonizing Crime’s music was like a kick to my senses, a wake-up call. They showed me that I wasn’t alone, that my struggle was something they understood. They are the soundtrack of my life, my recovery. I can’t thank them enough for the energy they bring, the raw emotion that resonates with anyone who’s been through hell.”