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Review: “Self Titled” by Vexing (6th Anniversary)

Six years ago, back in 2017 Denver Colorado Progressive Sludge Metal trio Vexing created the blueprint for their bleak and ominous debut album “Grand Reproach” that was released via Ordovician Records in May. All three cuts rear their collective heads like the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future on the album in re-imagined form

Review: “You’ll See Me Up There” by Thirty Nights Of Violence

Since breaking ground in late 2018 with their debut EP To Die In Your Portrait, Thirty Nights of Violence have found themselves at the forefront of a thriving Nashville metal scene with the creative chemistry between members – Zach Wilbourn (vocals), Ethan Young (drums/vocals), Jake Chestnut (bass/vocals), James Chatham (guitar) and Kelly Cook (guitar/vocals) being

Vs Tuesday: Two Bands! One Song! Who Wins? FIGHT! Earth Crisis!

Originally formed in Syracuse New York in 1989 and having a six year hiatus between 2001 and 2007, American Hardcore Punks Earth Crisis are widely considered one of the crucial influences for both the Metalcore genre and vegan straight edge movement. Known for their social awareness and for addressing political issues as much as their

Exclusive Interview: DAO on “Worthless”!

Having skipped any thoughts of an EP to test the waters and released their debut full length “Worthless” on 27th September, Leeds natives DAO have given us tinnitus from listening to it in the best way. Far too loud. Seeing as they were kind enough to let us review the album before it landed everywhere

Review: “Worthless” by DAO

Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Tom Dring at Vagrant Recordings during 2018 and 2019, vocalist Lewis, drummer David, bassist John and guitarist duo Ben and Mike made the collective decision to go with a debut full length after 2018 debut single “Father” rather than do an EP and test the water with their sound. Which

Review: “Diffidia” EP by Eddie Bunker

Vicenza Italy is the home of Hardcore Punk/Mathcore/Post-Hardcore quintet Eddie Bunker. Comprising Vocalist Michele Somma, Guitarist duo Alberto Biasin and Jacopo Carlotto, alongside a rhythm section of Bassist Francesco Preto Martini and Drummer Marco Zandenego, the band recorded their debut EP in August 2018 with Matteo “Ciube” Tabacco at Raptor studio for a November release. Taking their inspiration from the likes of

Playlist: Chaotic Hardcore!

It’s been a while since we did a playlist. And we hate Mondays. So here’s a bit of chaos to get things going. Twelve of the finest chaotic hardcore bands performing twelve of their finest. Leaving no stone unturned. Pedal to the metal. “Trashmouth” by Vanna “Elobarama” by Every Time I Die “Badge & A