Shock System
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|---|---|
 (From left:) Lando, Xumb, Luncai, Stixx, Scravius | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia |
| Genres | Alternative, Experimental, Funk, Grunge, Hardcore, Hard rock, Hip Hop, Metal, Progressive, Punk Rock, Rap, Rock |
| Years active | 2000–2008 |
| Labels | Independent |
| Associated acts | Xii Psyded Dyce, Tyre Pancit, Sofa Sessions, Exorage, Nervedeless |
| Members |
Xumb Stixx Scravius Duhlee Luncai Lando |
| Past members |
Zamir Edika Dhan |
Shock System was an independent rock band from Malaysia. Their works have ranged from a mixture of metallic hardcore with rap-rock elements and soaring progressive rock bits. All of their recordings were released independently.
With the release of Stagnantation Disorder EP in 2005, they garnered wider attention and established themselves as one of the movers of the burgeoning Malaysian underground scene along with the likes of Carburetor Dung, Auburn, and Azmyl Yunor. 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 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 Yunor on 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)