Austin’s rising hardcore force Mugger return with Want The World, a blistering new four-song EP released on October 24 via Quiet Panic. The fuzzy, foreboding title track sets the tone for a record that fuses raw aggression with a message of defiance and inclusion — a rallying cry for self-determination wrapped in classic punk chaos.
Across its brief but unrelenting runtime, Want The World captures Mugger’s signature collision of ’77 punk spirit and scorched-earth hardcore energy. The title track bursts out with stomping rhythms, serrated riffs, and a shout-along hook that doubles as a declaration of agency. The EP’s songs tear through the limitations of power structures and internal barriers alike, trading nihilism for urgency and collective fire.
Following their breakout debut Get a Clue — which quickly sold out and turned heads in the Texas underground — Mugger double down here on both ferocity and focus. Want The World isn’t just louder; it’s sharper, more deliberate, and charged with intent. Each track barrels forward with anthemic fury but leaves room for reflection — a reminder that punk’s true strength lies in its humanity as much as its volume.
The EP’s visceral production and tightly wound performances make clear why Mugger have become a fixture in Austin’s hardcore scene. Their sound honors punk’s roots while blazing toward something more inclusive and forward-thinking — a world rebuilt through distortion, conviction, and unbreakable spirit.
Want The World is out now. Check out the title track below!
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