Corporate Avenger - The New Testament [ep] (200... -
Their live shows and flyers—one of which stated "The Bible is bullshit and Christians murdered Indians"—led to significant friction, including death threats and public bans.
Known for an ever-changing roster called the "ATF" (Avenger Task Force), early members included performers from the Kottonmouth Kings , 20 Dead Flower Children , and even No Doubt . Corporate Avenger - The New Testament [EP] (200...
Despite their aggressive delivery, the "story" the band intended to tell was one of a for listeners to question history, spirituality, and their own roles within corporate and political systems. Their live shows and flyers—one of which stated
The band gained notoriety for its fierce stance against organized religion, particularly Christianity. Tracks like "The Bible Is Bullshit" and "Enemy of the Gospel" argue that religious structures have historically been used to justify violence and oppression. The band gained notoriety for its fierce stance
The EP and subsequent full-length versions serve as a broad indictment of major social institutions:
The "story" behind The New Testament (originally released in 2000, with various re-releases and iterations into the mid-2000s) is one of aggressive counter-culture and radical political commentary. The Origin and Mission
The band was born out of a desire to create a "sonic manifesto" against perceived systemic corruption in America. Founded by (brother of Brad Xavier from the Humble Gods and Kottonmouth Kings), the project began as a spoken-word act that evolved into a confrontational blend of industrial, rap-rock, and nu-metal. Core Themes of The New Testament