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Song of the Day

Mace, “Ankle Biter” (2017)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Previously found on the site's '12 Newer Hardcore Bands to Check Out in 2016' list.

Reviews

Loyal Until Death, Remain Defiant (1732 Records, 2017)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Florida band channels the groove of Crowbar and the hardcore aggression of Sworn Enemy on new album.

Record Collectors

Record Collector: Kyle Bishop (Grade, Acrid, The Black Maria, The Swarm)

By Carlos Ramirez |

"...I finally found another copy of KISS' Dynasty with the poster still in it."

Interviews

Jonah Matranga (Far, Gratitude, New End Original, onelinedrawing)

By Carlos Ramirez |

The journeyman musician speaks frankly on his past successes and let-downs.

Features

Manalive: Hardcore Outfit Featuring Former Members of Ensign, Kill Your Idols Premiere "Constant Coverage"

By Carlos Ramirez |

Chaotic music for chaotic times.

Song of the Day

Old Hag, “Sinking” (2017)

By Carlos Ramirez |

'90s hardcore meets death metal riffing and a singer who shreds their throat to pieces.

Record Collectors

Record Collector: Steve Larger (Uprise, Path of Aggression, Turncoat)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Limited edition Floorpunch 7"s, Native Nod, and much more.

Interviews

Orhun Öner (Author: Life.Love.Shirts, Hardcore Band T-Shirt Collector)

By Carlos Ramirez |

This man's passion for Youth of Today, Insted, and Turning Point runs deep.

Features

Hello Phones: NYC New Wave Unit Premiere Tripping the Light Visual EP

By Carlos Ramirez |

Former members of Stillsuit and Crown of Thornz rock to a different vibe.

Song of the Day

Lower Species, “Blinded,” from Demo II (Advanced Perspective, 2017)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Members of Gag bring on the Outburst worship.

Record Collectors

Record Collector: Dan Lactose (Spazz, Deny the Cross, Shed Dwellaz, Funeral Shock, Torture Unit, Sheep Squeeze)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Don't fuck with his Antidote vinyl.

Song of the Day

Raw Peace, “No Peace,” from Hand of Death (2017)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Belgian punks cook up jams in the spirit of Ripcord and Final Conflict.

Record Collectors

Record Collector: Nate Wilson (Devoid of Faith, Monster X, Das Oath, By the Throat, Green Dragon, Gloom Records)

By Carlos Ramirez |

"I mean, how can you pass up an Abused 7" for $175 in 2017?"

Song of the Day

Precious, “Swandive,” from Unravelings (Indecision Records, 2017)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Musicians who have played in such bands as Threadbare, Adamantium, and Stickfigurecarousel nail it.

Features

Done Dying: OC Hardcore Heavyweights Return, See Right “Through You” on New Track

By Carlos Ramirez |

The band welcomes a familiar face to their lineup.

Reviews

Ready Fire Aim, by Kevin Triggs (River Street, 2015)

By Carlos Ramirez |

A novel set in the American skinhead scene of the '90s? Yes, we'll bite.

Features

Obscure Metal Band: Target (Belgium, 1986–1990)

By Carlos Ramirez |

These metallers had a knack for writing techy yet hook-driven thrash.

Song of the Day

Hive, “Low Hanging Fruit of War,” from Parasitic Twin (Crown and Throne LTD, 2017)

By Carlos Ramirez |

Members of Harvest, Threadbare, Endeavor, 108, and Disembodied go for the throat.

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