Some were released on different colors of vinyl, different sleeve covers, hand numbered tour presses, and picture discs, making their records a favorite among collectors.
The members cite Poison Idea, Negative Approach, Sheer Terror, Agnostic Front, Minor Threat, Warzone, Sick of It All, and 7 Seconds as some of their influences.
Founding members Andy West and Gary Bennett chose the name because the lyrics of the song reflected how they felt about hardcore.
Situated Chaos frontman Vinnie Segerra ran a DIY label called Mint-Tone Records, which released a 7-inch EP by Gary's first band Big Sniff.
Most of their songs dealt with depression, anxiety, the pain of loss, day-to-day problems, and the social politics of the punk scene.
Kill Your Idols decided to officially call it quits in 2007, and played their final shows in May in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and New York.
On May 19, 2013, Kill Your Idols reunited to play at the Black 'N' Blue Bowl at Webster Hall in New York City, six years after their initial breakup to a very welcoming crowd.
Friday was held at Saint Vitus Bar In Brooklyn, New York and Saturday at GameChanger World in Howell, New Jersey.
The Saturday show was a part of NateFest, and featured sets from bands including Sheer Terror, former touring mates Indecision, and Bigwig.
They include a brand new 12-inch vinyl release on Triple B Records, as well as split EP's with Vermont's The Path and hardcore band Rule Them All.
Many past and present members of Kill Your Idols have been constant figures in the Long Island and New York hardcore scenes since the 1990s.
Bennett also formed Deathcycle, a crossover thrash band featuring original member Ron Grimaldi, with Paul Delaney joining later on.
Prior to joining Kill Your Idols, Raeph spent time drumming in multiple New York hardcore bands, including SFA and Cause For Alarm, playing on the latter's final album Beneath The Wheel.
Vocalist Andy West joined Too Many Voices in 2011, singing on their demo tape that same year, later to depart a short time afterward.