On October 22nd, Social Damage and Raw Justice kicked off their run of European dates in Nantes, France. Last Sunday they played in a small rehearsal room in Reeuwijk (NL) where Clear X Path guitarist Lars van Grevenbroek books show on a regular basis. Belgian band Countdown pleasantly surprised us with a strong set, followed by Clear … Continue reading
Review: Client. – Joy Is The Only Treat
Client. are a band from Hannover, Germany who are devoted to exploring the frontiers of alternative emo punk, grunge and hardcore. If you are familiar with bands such as Basement, Citizen and Balance & Composure, you know which frontiers are at stake here. Comparing Client. to the aforementioned bands brings me to the release of … Continue reading
Exclusive: Stream Dull Eyes’ New EP “Titanomachy”
We feel privileged to exclusively present you guys the full stream of Titanomachy, the new EP of German band Dull Eyes. They’re taking their stoner and sludge influenced hardcore to a new level with this release, and we recommend you give these five hard-hitting tracks a spin. You can pre-order various vinyl and t-shirt bundles through … Continue reading
Review: Gone To Waste – Barking Dogs Don’t Bite
Earlier this month we introduced you to Gone To Waste and we had the privilege of exclusively streaming their upcoming LP Barking Dogs Don’t Bite. The band had been around since 2009 and brought out four previous releases, but no full-length yet. The band says the record’s sound can be described as ’thought-out, groovy heaviness’; if that’s … Continue reading
Client. Release New Video for ‘Like A Child’
Client. from Hannover, Germany have released a new video for ‘Like A Child’. The track comes off of their debut full-length Joy Is The Only Treat, which we are currently exclusively streaming. Check it out in the YouTube player below. Pre-orders are available now; click here for regular vinyl and here for exclusive vinyl, t-shirts, … Continue reading
Presents: OAK Announce European Fall Tour
After a successful summer tour earlier this year, Jönköping, Sweden’s OAK have announced another run European dates in November. The trio will be doing 10 shows in The Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium, Sweden and the United Kingdom. There are still two dates open, so get in touch with oakhardcore@gmail.com if you’re interested in booking them. Tour dates: … Continue reading
Exclusive: Stream Gone To Waste’s New LP “Barking Dogs Don’t Bite”
Earlier this week we introduced you to a young German band called Gone To Waste who are currently preparing for the release of their new full-length album. It’s our privilege to exclusively present you guys the full stream of Barking Dogs Don’t Bite. If you’re into New York style hardcore, give this record a spin; … Continue reading
WIN: 2×2 Tickets for The Shape Of Punk To Come #4 @ EKKO, Utrecht
Utrecht-based (NL) initiative The Shape of Punk to Come has its fourth edition approaching fast. The young organization strives to present the best local bands on a quarterly basis and always invites a label or band to do a DJ-set. On October 23rd, Wasted Bullet is on top of the bill. Divine Sins will be releasing … Continue reading
Review: Breaking Point – Set To Burn
Breaking Point’s first LP has been a long time coming, two lengthy years since the ferocious five piece set loose Life Sentence they’re back to cement themselves as one the biggest and baddest underdogs in UKHC. After parting from DIY label Purgatory Records, Carry The Weight Records have stepped up to the plate and helped … Continue reading
Modern Life Is War Announce European Tour
Marshalltown, IA’s heavyweights Modern Life Is War have announced their return to European grounds in April 2015. They’ll be touring for nine days, covering England, France, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands and Belgium. Get your tickets now! April 10 – Manchester, England – Sound Control April 11 – London, England – Underworld April 12 – Paris, France … Continue reading