Consisting of former members of Culture, Morning Again, Roosevelt, and Shai Hulud, the Gainesville, FL troupe of As Friends Rust integrate their hybrid punk and emo influences to result in a styling of melodic hardcore. Although critically compared to the likes of Turning Point, Dag Nasty, and Avail, their lyrical dealings of personal relationships and how people interact with each other makes As Friends Rust standout amongst their peers. Goodlife Records released the band's debut EP The Fists of Time in 1998, followed by the their self-titled full-length on Doghouse Records in 1999. Split was issued two years later, followed only months later by A Young Trophy Band, both released on Equal Vision Records. ~ Mike DaRonco, All Music Guide