American hardcore band formed in New York City in 1981. Lineup: John Joseph (vocals), Harley Flanagan (bass/vocals), and various other members. Considered foundational to New York hardcore (NYHC) and the metallic-hardcore crossover.
Five studio albums starting with The Age of Quarrel (1986). Best-known releases include Best Wishes (1989) and Alpha-Omega (1992). Long-running legal and personal disputes between John Joseph and Harley Flanagan have led to two competing "Cro-Mags" touring entities: Cro-Mags JM (led by Joseph) and Cro-Mags (led by Flanagan).
