Wednesday, February 3, 2010

SSS - The Dividing Line

SSS, or Short Sharp Shock, is an excellent crossover band from the UK. They completely understand the idea of crossover. Mixing equal parts vintage 80's thrash ala Anthrax with early hardcore punk from the likes of Negative Approach. The guy's vocals really remind me of Joe from Infest too, which is great. This CD has been in my car for at least a week straight. Highly recommended.

Day Of Mourning - Your Future's End

Day Of Mourning. Such a great band, and this was their masterpiece. Members of Pulling Teeth were involved with this monster. Dwid and Human Furnace make guest vocal appearances. Entombed's heaviness meets Cleveland's attitude, if that makes sense. The end of "Iconoclast" is super catchy and ultra heavy. Gets in my head all the time.

Strung Up - Society Rot In Hell

Strung Up was a Bay Area hardcore band. Very fast, very angry. This is the CD version of "Society Rot In Hell", containing that LP, the self titled 7", and some unreleased tracks. "Christ Air, Not Christ" is probably the best song title of all time, and a great song. Just like the Dead Stop record I posted, the production is spot on for this type of music. You need this.

Dead Stop - Done With You

Straight up 80's style hardcore from Belgium. This is my favorite release of theirs, mostly because I've listened to it a whole lot more than any of their other stuff. "Kiss My Ass", "Rather Be Nothing", and "Dead Alive" are my jams. Perfect production. Get it.

Crestfallen - Self Titled

Crestfallen was an excellent hardcore band in the early 2000's Robotic Empire family. They released a full length titled "Streaks Of Terror" and this monster, and that was it. Only 2 releases, but they made their point. Track 3 is one of the best songs of all time. And to top it all off, there's a Minor Threat cover. Get this.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Virgin Witch - Virgin Witch




Debut 2 song powerhouse from a new force in hardcore known as Virgin Witch. I can't wait to hear more from these guys, this shit is absolutely fantastic, but I could've guessed that because the band consists of members from both Pulling Teeth and Skin Like Iron. I preordered this in September, and just got it a week ago with some Pulling Teeth shit, so you can imagine how pissed off I was, and ready to smack that record down on my turntable. Anyway, if you are into Celtic Frost mixed with Pulling Teeth, you are gonna dig this, no questions asked. This is limited to 666 copies, so if it isn't already sold out, go pick this shit up. Enjoy.  Yeah, same shit I said on Apes with Guns, fuck you.

Japandroids - Post-Nothing


What a fucking fun band. Two friends from Vancouver making noisy tunes that are almost impossible not to sing along with. This band will either make you miss summer, or help you endure the wait. This is not hardcore, but it's got enough energy to fit in on all of your libraries. Enjoy!

Blacklisted - No One Deserves To Be Here More Than Me


So here it is: glimpses could be seen in Heavier Than Heaven and they've taken the sound and ran with it full on, creating the album that's sure to polarize their fan base. It will be hailed as a masterpiece by some, and spit on by others. I am of the former and think that this album is fantastic, a complete departure from their typical hardcore sound, and instead crafting an album that stands apart from everything they've done prior. Full of hints at 90's grunge and devastatingly dark lyrics that find the balance between genius and self deprecating: for those who are still on the fence, give it a shot. It just might be a grower.

Dangers - Messy, Isn't It


I'm not sure how I missed this as it's been out there for a while, but this release is crazy good. Way better then their old efforts and it's certainly going to be a contender for one of the best releases this year. Off to a good start, wouldn't you say? The instrumentation on this album is insane. There might be members of Graf Orlock? Don't quote me on that. Just listen.

Black Ships - Omen


One of the most overlooked and criminally underrated Canadian bands. Wish I hadn't slept on them so long so I could've seen them before they broke up, but it comes highly recommended to any fans of Cursed etc.

Another Breath - The God Complex


Melodic punky hardcore that a lot of people are really stoked about. I'm personally not into it at all, but I'm not a big fan of melodic hardcore to begin with, so don't take my word for it. I'm sure somebody will really enjoy it!

Monday, January 25, 2010

Lack Of Interest - Take Another Step

Lack Of Interest is/was (not sure if they're still active) a "powereviolence" band. Formed in the earlier 90's with a style very reminiscent of Infest, but a little more complex. Their songs vary a little more than most other "powerviolence" bands. I just recently finally checked this band out after hearing shit about them for so long. Very good decision if you haven't heard them and like the genre. I've been playing this record alot lately. Very memorable. Get into it.

Monday, January 18, 2010

Arson Anthem - Self Titled

The supergroup to end all supergroups. Mike Williams, Phil Anselmo, And Hank Williams III. In a band together. Playing hardcore. Stop reading and listen.

Threatener - The Hammering, The Fastening, And The Bending Of Throats

Discography CD from 625 thrashcore legends Threatener. It contains their demo, 3 EPs ("The Hammering", "The Fastening", And "The Bending Of Throats"), and some radio stuff. The EP "The Hammering" was my introduction to thrashcore/powerviolence. "Societal Runoff" is still probably my favorite song of the genre. Like I said, they put shit out on 625, so you know what to expect. Get this ASAP.

Friday, January 15, 2010

Geriatric Unit - Distance And Damage

Here's UK hardcore band Geriatric Unit. 2 founding members from the trailblazing band Heresy are still making excellent hardcore with Geriatric Unit (As well as a founding member from legendary sludge band Iron Monkey). Just goes to show that hardcore isn't a young man's game. Get it, young bucks.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Jesus Fucking Christ - Life's Hateful Seed

Jesus Fucking Christ, according to their Myspace, is "tough straight ahead old school punk, but there is also slight elements of Negative Approach style hardcore, and Accused style metal riffing." Sounds good to me. Excellent sophomore record that totally enhanced everything they did on their debut. They have a guy from Neurosis in tow, if that means anything to you. Inimical Records, who put this record out, just opened a digital download store and this is only $3, although you can be nice and give them up to $10 for it (it's worth it). Some of the records they put up are even free, so check that out too.

Combatwoundedveteran

The mighty Combatwoundedveteran. Extremely influential powerviolence (I still hate that term) from the "second generation" of the genre. Members were from Florida and New York. They were around from the mid-90's until 2003. Members went on to form the average crust hardcore band The Holy Mountain. These guys, in my mind, had some of the best artwork of all time (linked below). This is basically everything they recorded. "This Is Not An Erect..." is a compilation of early splits, EPs, and comp tracks, "I Know A Girl..." is their only full length, and "Duck Down..." is an EP, and to my knowledge, the last thing they recorded (And has my 2 favorite CWV songs, as well and one fucked up story to end it.) If you don't know, know you know.

Abraxis - Self Titled

Abraxis is a Holy Terror style hardcore band from Australia. This is their self titled debut on Frequency Deleted Records. 6 original songs, 1 Integrity cover, and the obligatory intro track. Full on Cleveland style, Ringworm and Integrity loving, Holy Terror hardcore. Definitely worth a listen.

Monday, January 11, 2010

Damaged - Damaged



I can't find a myspace, or even a fucking album cover for these fuckers.  Sorry dudes.  This was a request, so it's probably pretty good.  I've yet to listen to it, but from what I've heard, this shit is good raw hardcore.

Monday, December 21, 2009

Tubers - Tubers



Self-titled release from Tubers, an emo, post-hardcore band from St. Augustine, FL.  Tubers has members from both The South and Twelve Hour Turn.  Apparently if you like DC Hardcore you will like these guys, but I'm not sure that is entirely sure with the bunch of tough guys that roam this blog.  This music isn't Minor Threat.  I like this release, so yeah, download it.  If you like Snowing, End of a Year, Rites of Spring, Dag Nasty, and O-Town, make sure you check these guys out.

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Algernon Cadwallader - Hot Green w/ Demo



I thought Joel would've put this up by now, but I guess I was wrong.  I'm sure most of you have the Hot Green 7" by now, and possibly the Demo, but if you don't, here it is guys.  If you liked the full length release, Some Kind of Cadwallader, then you will love these two releases.  The demo is the tour version, so it included a track called Shirt, so if you have the demo and don't have that track, get it here.  Not much else to say about the releases, except they rule, and so does Algernon.  Have fun.

Mogwai - Mr. Beast



Oh wow, if you guys read my last post about these guys, for the album "Young Team" you would have assumed I didn't like these guys.  I posted them, going out on a limb for the members since most people enjoy this band, and I didn't even listen to them.  Anyway, I gave Mr. Beast a listen, and by the team the first song was over I was pulled into a story, and I was making my own adventure in my mind while the music was playing.  This album is probably one of the very few albums that has actually put my imagination to use.  Glasgow Mega-Snake is an insane track, I kept imagining that some sort of Godzilla based enemy, some giant metal snake or something was terrorizing the city.  If anyone could recommend me stuff that is remotely like this, I would appreciate it.  Enjoy guys, this rules.

Saturday, December 19, 2009

Strike Anywhere - Iron Front



New full length release by Bridge 9's very own Strike Anywhere.  This is the first I ever listened to this band, and the first few songs really reminded me of Set Your Goals and Daggermouth, which isn't bad, but it's way too generic sometimes.  Yeah, I can jam to Reset and even SYG new release, but it's not something I'm always into.  Now, back on track.  Holy fuck was I wrong, this band is way better at doing melodic hardcore then SYG could ever dream to be.  They are more like Polar Bear Club then anything, and if you don't like them, you don't like Bridge 9.  Sing along.  Bridge 9 music all sounds the same, there I said it! Muahahahaha!

Spires - Flowers & Fireworks



This is the bands first and only LP so far, Flowers & Fireworks.  If you liked the split with 1994! then pick this up, it's amazing.  I said I wouldn't upload it on their Last.FM page, but here I am uploading all of their stuff.  I doubt I will upload the Mesa Verde split, way too lazy.  Anyway, like I said, grab this shit and play it loud. I'm getting sloppy on my descriptions lately, I will be rejuvenated soon.  Enjoy.

Friday, December 18, 2009

1994! / Spires Split



Sweet Split EP between two amazing bands.  Pick up the full length by 1994! that I posted recently, and I will also upload Spire's "Flowers and Fireworks" full length. This comes with three songs that have not been introduced until this split, so it's worth the download.  Anyway, this is an amazing split if you're into this type of music.  Get into it if you aren't, don't be a bitch.  Enjoy!

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Steel Nation - Discography



I can't believe no one uploaded anything from these guys, they fucking rule.  They formed around 2005 in PA, and have been playing loud, fast, and pissed hardcore ever since.  Putting out music that is reminiscent of early Cro-Mags and Ringworm, Steel Nation is a fucking force to be reckoned with.  Buy their shit or they will rape you with Thor's Hammer.  Hit up Double or Nothing Records, I think that's who they are signed to.  Enjoy this shit, and download everything they have, then buy it when you like it.  Not if you like it bitch, when.

1994! - Thank You Arms & Fingers



1994! is an intricate, melodic and mathy post hardcore from Lancaster, PA.  This release is a breath of fresh air straying far from the anger and all that jazz.  If you want something that isn't hardcore, pick this up.  Here's a little Last.FM biography for you, stating their influences and shit.  Imagine Hoover in overdrive or Ghosts & Vodka with vocals. Throw in the revolution summer influence of bands like Embrace and Rites of Spring and you will start to have an idea of what to expect.  1994! is for people who like math rock, screamo, and post-hardcore.  Similar bands include Snowing, Street Smart Cyclist, Boy Problems, and Merchant Ships.

Sioux - The Dark Side of the Sun



Sioux is a Hardcore band from Swindon, UK and was previously known as Gameover.  Does anyone really give a fuck what they were known as?  When I see their name I think of Siouxsie and the Banshees, it's bothersome.  Anyway, this is the new album by these guys released earlier today (12/15/09), and it's pretty fucking sweet.  It's nice and produced and all that shit.  Good mastering done to the tracks.  I pre-ordered this straight off of iTunes for Pat.  He better like this album.  Go buy this for like 7 bucks from Thirty Days of Night Records.  Enjoy.

Monday, December 14, 2009

Gas Chamber Melodies - Gas Chamber Melodies




This is the self-titled release from the Polish band, Gas Chamber Melodies.  They put a lot into their music, including lyrical masterpieces that expressed how truly fucking angry they were.  Raw and emotional fucking power.  They sound a lot like Zann, Shikari, and some Joshua Fit For Battle.  This is more screamo then anything, but if you like what's been posted in the last few days, you will get into this too.  No doubt about that.  Enjoy it guys, this shit was hard to find.  The file is so big because the music is in WMA format, but if you have iTunes it converts itself, so don't worry about it.  If you run a windows 98 with dial up, well then go fuck yourself.

XFilesX - Discography




Originally a comical band formed from the members of The Awakened, the New Bedford, MA band known as XFilesX gained a huge fan base and began performing in a more serious fashion.  The discography includes Excruciation, Beaten Straight, and NBC Mayhem.  I couldn't find their demo anywhere, so if someone could contribute that to the post it would be much appreciated.  Check this stuff out if you enjoy punching people in the bridge of their fucking noses, or watching commercials with crash test dummies.