SST / USA / RE 2022
Originally released in 1984, Slip It In remains one of Black Flag’s most boundary-pushing and heavy-hitting records. Following the seminal Damaged and My War, this album saw the band—led by the relentless Greg Ginn and vocalist Henry Rollins—further evolving their sound, incorporating longer, more complex song structures and a darker, sludge-influenced aesthetic that would leave a permanent mark on the heavy rock and grunge movements.
From the punishing title track to the intense, sprawling instrumentation of "The Bars" and "Obliteration," Slip It In captures a band at the peak of their experimental power. Produced by Greg Ginn and Spot, this 2022 reissue on SST Records restores the original raw energy and nihilistic spirit of the mid-80s D.C./LA crossover sound.