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
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
Bay Area post punks Creative Adult announced their sophomore LP Fear of Life today, out August 5, 2016 on Run For Cover Records. The band premiered a new track ‘Charged’ and accompanying video from the upcoming record, which is also available for pre-order. The video for ‘Charged’ was directed by Timmy Lodhi and features vocals … Continue reading
Los Angeles based indie post-hardcore band Touche Amore have announced a new album, Stage Four, to be released September 16 on Epitaph. A new song ‘Palm Dreams’ surfaced today – stream it now below: Pre-orders for Stage Four are available at Kingsroad Merch. Track list – Stage Four: 1. Flowers and You 2. New Halloween … Continue reading
Lincoln, Nebraska natives and recent Bridge Nine signees Bent Life have announced their debut album for the label, Never Asked For Heaven, which will be released August 5th. The album, which was recorded with Terror’s Nick Jett, showcases the band evolving into an aggressive powerhouse with clarity and precision, capable of thudding riffs and surprisingly … Continue reading
San Diego-based metallic hardcore outfit, Mizery, has premiered two tracks off of their forthcoming debut LP Absolute Light. Flatspot Records will release Absolute Light on July 22nd, with a European pressing licensed to Reality Records. The advance two-song cassette is available for purchase through the label. Stand by for LP pre-orders to be posted in … Continue reading
“The soap opera performance of media politics has worn itself thin.” – Within one minute of Hesitation Wounds’ first full length record Jeremy Bolm spills his gut on contemporary politics. Bolm is mostly known for his role in Touché Amoré, but joined forces with Neeraj Kane (The Hope Conspiracy), Scuba LaCour (Trap Them) and Jay … Continue reading
Frameworks from Gainesville, Florida have premiered the first music from their new album, Smother, for a song called ‘Purge’. It was premiered yesterday bij Nerdist.com and the website states: “The video for the song is a trip straight to Bummer Town, showcasing the feelings of being ignored, forgotten, and unwanted. “‘Purge’ was written about family … Continue reading
Harm/Shelter from Giessen, Germany are currently streaming their new full-length album, Paycheck, in its entirety. The album will released by Beatdown Hardwear on CD/digital (3/6) and vinyl (24/6). Pre-orders are now available. Harm/Shelter: Facebook / Pre-order Paycheck Continue reading
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