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Say New York hardcore, and you think Madball. The band has been around since the late 1980s and started as a side project of members of Agnostic Front. Frontman Freddy Cricien was just a teenager when he became Madball's permanent vocalist and quickly learned to stand on his own two feet. The band has become one of the best-known and most influential bands in the genre and has always been a representative of the NYHC brotherhood. Their performances, artwork, and attitude emphasize "unity, respect, and loyalty." This has earned the band a worldwide fanbase both within and outside of hardcore. Madball is known for shows that are not only energetic but also highly interactive. The band is considered one of the most authentic live bands in hardcore; no frills, just pure fire.