Released on March 12, 1990, Beg to Differ was Prong’s major-label debut on Epic Records and remains a cornerstone of "urban" metal. It didn't just play by the rules—it rewrote them. The Birth of Groove Metal
The title track, "," became a staple on MTV’s Headbangers Ball , while the riff from " Lost and Found " was so iconic it was used for the show's commercial break bumpers. Tracklist Highlights:
Moving away from their raw hardcore roots, the band adopted a "razor-sharp" surgical approach. prong_beg_to_differ_full_album_1990
You can't talk about this album without mentioning its striking cover art. Created by the legendary , the artwork perfectly complemented the music's jagged, aggressive nature.
: A live cover of the Chrome classic, included on the CD version to close out the experience with a nod to their industrial influences. Visual Identity Released on March 12, 1990, Beg to Differ
The album captured a gritty New York City atmosphere—industrial without the synths, and thrash without the traditional solos.
In 1990, the heavy metal landscape was at a crossroads. While thrash was reaching its peak complexity, a trio from New York City emerged from the sound booth of CBGB with a record that would essentially invent a new language for the genre. Tracklist Highlights: Moving away from their raw hardcore
: Showcases the alternating vocal styles of Tommy Victor and bassist Mike Kirkland.
