Friends, bands and good vibes, is what basically summarizes Groezrock every single year. And the good vibes often cause me to miss a bunch of bands that were highlighted on my time schedule. This year wasn’t an exception. So no extensive report on the awesome time I had catching up with friends from all over, … Continue reading
It was pretty clear after the release of their latest EP Heavy Dancing back in 2015, that Swain had decided to follow a different path, one that eventually lead them into new sonic territories. The facts were simple: This Routine Is Hell was no longer going forward. Lack of motivation and various life vicissitudes resulted … Continue reading
There’s a new force arising from Scandinavia and they go by the name City Keys. With ex-members of Gust, I Am Hunger, Iron and Anchor, this new straight edge hardcore vessel have raised the bar high for themselves: all or nothing, read all about their work ethic in the below interview. On October 21st, City Keys … Continue reading
Swain is releasing their long awaited full-length record The Long Dark Blue this Friday via End Hits Records. Today, they’ve released a video for ‘Never Clean My Room’. Singer Noam states: “Two years ago, we realised we were stuck, bored and the shows had ironically become a routine. So we moved to Berlin. I had … Continue reading
By now you’ve probably heard that after roughly seven years together Milwaukee, Wisconsin hardcore punk outfit Expire will soon be disbanding. Explaining the decision, Expire recently said, “To put it simply, we all decided that we would rather end it on our terms and when we want to, rather than fade off.” Fortunately, prior to … Continue reading
Those who saw Renounced play one of their recent European dates, already knew there was something big coming but now the wait is finally over: Renounced have unleashed Theories of Despair upon the world. Renounced’s second full length on Carry the Weight Records bulks with ruthless nineties metalcore riffs reminiscent of Disembodied or Unbroken but … Continue reading
Bands come and go. And that’s not always a bad thing. With the passing of South African band Conqueror, members Richard and Chris decided do a new project with Mike (Brafcharge), Gavin (Goat Throne) and Lou. Inspired by the likes of Biohazard and Pantera, they added a good dose of hardcore flavor to the blend … Continue reading
Renounced are currently streaming their second full-length record, Theories of Despair, in its entirety. The album will be out on Carry The Weight Records and Good Life Recordings will be releasing the CD version. Jam it NOW! Renounced: Facebook / Pre-order Theories of Despair Continue reading
I think that most hardcore kids can agree that this year’s line-up wasn’t nearly as good as the one from 2013 or 2014. However, I’ve come to know Ieperfest as a more-than-music-festival, and that’s exactly what I enjoy most about it. Each year friends from all over Europe (and the world) gather in this tiny … Continue reading
Like any festival, Ieperfest had to deal with a number of last minute cancellations. Unfortunately Blind Justice, The Freeze, No Zodiac, Stray From The Path, Street Dogs and Terror had to pull out. But the incredible staff at Ieperfest were able to replace their slots with performances by Burning Down Alaska, CHVE, Deez Nuts, Get … Continue reading
Legends Arising 