Shock System was an independent rock band from
Malaysia
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. Their music ranged from a mixture of
metallic hardcore
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with
rap-rock
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elements and soaring
progressive rock
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bits. All of their recordings were released independently.
With the release of ''Peaceful Demonstration'' EP in 2003 and ''Stagnantation Disorder'' EP in 2005, they garnered attention and established themselves in the burgeoning Kuala Lumpur underground scene. They're also avid supporters of
Food Not Bombs Kuala Lumpur.
Reviews
''“Progressive in its collective vision, always working for something a bit different from the rest of the herd.”''
Ricecooker Zine Apr ‘06
''“Definitely {{Sic, hide=y, politically, -charged tracks for the thinking.”''
Junk Magazine Dec ‘06
''“Interesting combination through creative riffs unifying a potentially powerful musical unit.”''
ROTTW Magazine June ‘07
''“They certainly have something important to say, which amidst the meaningless tripe on record shelves these days, is worthy endeavour indeed.”''
Channel V's AMP June ‘07
''“Sounds like Alice In Chains Unplugged!”''
Azmyl Yunoron Shock System's acoustic set at the Troubaganger Show, May ’06
Discography
*''Peaceful Demonstration'' EP (2003, Independent:MALAYSIA)
*''Stagnantation Disorder'' EP (2005, Independent:MALAYSIA)
''Deconstruct: The Discography''(2012, Independent:MALAYSIA)
Appearances
*''Come Together'' compilation - various artists (2005, Independent:MALAYSIA)
External links
Review of ''Stagnantation Disorder'' EPShock System Bandcamp profile
Malaysian musical groups