Diverging from their counterparts in hardcore, Slapshot decided to make the first album a 24 track cut as opposed to the usual 16-track hardcore album. To reduce costs, they recorded at night and completed the album in four sessions. Back On The Map was released by Taang! Records in 1986.
The band's lineup underwent a number of changes in its first few years, although its sound remained consistent. Jordan Wood, formerly of S.T.P., joined as an additional guitarist, but took over bass guitar when Anastas left the band to continue his education. In July 1988, the band welcomed Jamie Sciarappa, the former bass player for SS Decontrol; Sciarappa made his debut with Slapshot at CBGB. He departed in 1990 and was replaced by Chris Lauria.
After releasing the 1993 album Blast Furnace which was both a move into sample-based Industrial/Metal/Hardcore and only included one original member (Choke was joined by a more "Metal" backing band including members of Slaughter Shack), Slapshot toured in Europe that spring. On the second date of the tour, they recorded a live album in Berlin called Live At SO36. The following year, they recorded Unconsciousness in Chicago with Steve Albini, ex-member of Big Black and producer for Nirvana.
In July 1997, Slapshot played what was to be their last show in the United States for five years in Plymouth, Massachusetts. They toured Europe in 1999, including a stop at the Graspop Metal Meeting in Belgium. In December 1999, a Slapshot tribute album called Boston Drops The Gloves - A Tribute To Slapshot was released by Flat Records (the label owned by Ken Casey of the Dropkick Murphys) and San Francisco-based TKO Records. The album included homages from twenty-two Boston bands.
In 2001, Slapshot issued a new album entitled Greatest Hits, Slashes And Crosschecks featuring rerecorded versions of classic Slapshot songs. They followed up with 2003's Digital Warfare and 2005's Tear It Down, along with several more European tours. In 2006, Slapshot released a statement on their website announcing that the band was defunct. A DVD release from Taang! Records is still expected.
Also their official website recently anounced a summer 2007 reunion show.
Enforcer
Slapshot Lyrics
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Enforcer
Enforcer
Don't know when could come from nowhere
Enforcer
Don't go mad until he gives the sign
Enforcer
Enforcer
Cause he's the one who keeps it all in line
Enforcer
Enforcer
Show no mercy - he don't take none
Takes no sides - gives no reasons
Show no weakness - he shows might
Cause when he is out there - be ready to fight
Don't see him but he's out there
Enforcer
Enforcer
Don't know when could come from nowhere
Enforcer
Enforcer
Don't go mad until he gives the sign
Enforcer
Enforcer
Cause he's the one who keeps it all in line
Enforcer
Enforcer
Show no mercy - he don't take none
Takes no sides - gives no reasons
Show no weakness - he shows might
Cause when he is out there - be ready to fight
Enforcer
Enforcer
Enforcer
Enforcer
Don't see him but he's out there
Enforcer
Enforcer
Don't know when could come from nowhere
Enforcer
Enforcer
Don't go mad until he gives the sign
Enforcer
Enforcer
Cause he's the one who keeps it all in line
Enforcer
Enforcer
Enforcer
Enforcer
The lyrics to Slapshot's song "Enforcer" are about a mysterious, powerful figure who keeps order and control in a certain place or situation. The term "enforcer" is often used in hockey to describe a player whose role is to protect their teammates and ensure fair play by fighting or intimidating opponents.
The song speaks to the fear and respect that this enforcer commands, as he is not always visible but always present, ready to act when necessary. The repeated chorus of "Enforcer" emphasizes this sense of power and control. The lyrics also urge listeners to be prepared for a fight when the enforcer is present, as he takes no sides and shows no mercy.
Overall, the song paints a picture of a figure who is both intimidating and necessary, maintaining order in a chaotic world.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't see him but he's out there
The enforcer operates in secrecy and without being seen.
Don't know when could come from nowhere
The enforcer can strike at any time without warning.
Don't go mad until he gives the sign
Don't act rashly without the enforcer's approval or signal.
Cause he's the one who keeps it all in line
The enforcer is responsible for maintaining order and discipline.
Show no mercy - he don't take none
The enforcer is ruthless and uncompromising.
Takes no sides - gives no reasons
The enforcer is impartial and does not explain their actions.
Show no weakness - he shows might
The enforcer projects strength and power.
Cause when he is out there - be ready to fight
When the enforcer is present, conflict is likely to occur.
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