Death Sentence - Air That We Breathe (1985) -

While the original 1985 EP is a rare collector's item (limited to 500 copies), "Air That We Breathe" has been preserved through various compilations:

"Air That We Breathe" is characterized by its and confrontational delivery . Critics of the era, such as Tim Yohannan of Maximum Rocknroll , praised the band for being a "powerful power thrash outfit" that maintained strong punk hooks without relying solely on metal riffs. The song's raw production captured the band's "street-level" energy, which often centered on themes of anti-authority and the escapist drug/party culture of underground Vancouver. Legacy and Availability Death Sentence - Air That We Breathe (1985)

: A vinyl reissue compiling their early studio sessions. While the original 1985 EP is a rare

: A comprehensive CD compilation featuring the 1985 EP tracks. Legacy and Availability : A vinyl reissue compiling

: A recent turquoise vinyl compilation of their complete studio demos from 1984 and 1988. Doug Donut- The Original Punk Legend - Citrus Magazine

: Formed in early 1984, Death Sentence was a central figure in Vancouver’s "second-wave" hardcore movement. They gained early notoriety after a near-riot at the 1984 Shindig battle of the bands.

"Air That We Breathe" is a foundational track by the Vancouver-based hardcore punk band , originally released in 1985 on their debut 7" EP, Ryan - Thanks For The Support . The song exemplifies the band's aggressive "crossover" sound, which blended the speed of American hardcore with the grit of British street punk and early thrash metal. Historical and Cultural Context