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I heard it on a compilation of political punk rock, which was subsequently stolen from my car. The song I remember best actually had more of a folky feel to it than punk, but the chorus went "I am a permanent free zone... in the people's republic." Male singer, voice sounded almost nasal, but not unpleasantly so.

Another song on the same album was much harder, the sort of thing I'd classify as metal or industrial (although music snobs would probably laugh at my simplistic categorizing.) the chorus of that one had a deep male voice growl-screaming, "illuminate... i will... seek... the light!"

If anyone can identify either of the songs by name or band, I'd appreciate it; if anyone knows the name of the compilation album I'd appreciate it more. I tried searching by the lyrics I remember, but nothing came up.

Answer 1

The Return of the Read Menace
Various Artists - Alternative - Punk
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Permanent Free Zone - Robb Johnson