Scout was a hardcore band from Atlanta, Georgia. A chaotic yet triumphant force, Scout blended melody and heaviness with striking precision. Their sound was enigmatic: as meticulously composed as it was on the verge of falling apart and overall catchy as hell. The band appeared on several notable compilations and worked with respected labels, often pairing their releases with art and booklets containing thoughtful explanations for the songs and lyrics. This extra layer of care and effort in Scouts releases and packaging embodied the spirit of the 90s DIY hardcore scene.
I originally was exposed to Scout through their excellent contribution to Ebullitions Amnesia compilation 12", since then I have always made it a point to pick up their records if I come across them in the wild and they have an incredibly solid discography. If you are in Calgary do yourself a favour and pick up that Scout/Freemasonry 12" thats hanging out in the stacks in Recordland.
ST 7" 1996 (Moo Cow)
"Familiarity Is Friendly, But Not Something I Care To Know" Split 12" 1994 (Lunchbox)
Split 7" w/ Cromwell 1996 (Alone Records)
Amnesia Compilation 12" 1995 (Ebullition)
Ground Rule Double Compilation 1996 (Divot/Actionboy)
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