x Currahee x

Fast and pissed off youth crew from UK with a strong SxE message. They definitely provide good soundtrack for some circle pit action. Here's a short interview with the band.

Fast and pissed off youth crew from UK with a strong SxE message. They definitely provide good soundtrack for some circle pit action. Here's a short interview with the band.

When did the band get together and how?
The band as it is now originally started in 2007 with Me Mike, Smit and Gio. We were members of bands around in manchester at that time and we wanted to do something different to what was around at the time. We have gone through a few line up changes since then but we have never changed our message and we are all still straight edge and will continue to be.

Who are your Influences'
Are influences are bands like Carry On, Project X, Floorpunch and Chain of strength.

How do you think the scene is doing in England and Worldwide?
In England it pretty much depends on where you play. There are places that are better than others. Theres not really that many bands in the Uk that play our style of Hardcore so we're in a minority in that respect but when you go to shows everyone has fun and appreciates all the bands (usually) so its ok I guess.
As for worldwide, I know the scene is pretty big in Europe. We played a couple of shows in Europe recently and we all loved it. Austria was really good. We would love to play more shows overseas and and we're always open to offers.

Have you any shows planned in Middle/Eastern Europe?
Nothing booked as of yet but I think we are planning to do a few shows next year so hopefully that will work out ok.

Where do you most like to play live?
Theres no specific place that we most like to play but generally we prefer smaller venues. This is because there always seems to be more energy and the bands seem to get a better reaction.

Who would be your favorite band to share a stage with?
Im sure we all have different opinions of that and we'd disagree but in the past we have played with some great bands like Down to Nothing, No Turning Back and Internal Affairs. They were probably the best.

What Are you working on In The Studio At The Moment?
We have just finished re recording songs for our new record which should be out before Christmas. We recorded them with Gav our guitarist and he did all the recording and mixing. We have two new songs on our page so check them out if you're interested.

What Are Your Main Lyrical Influences when you are writing songs/records?
You would be better asking Smit, Im not sure what his main lyrical influence is but I guess he just writes about the hardcore scene and life in general.

Do you have any specific rituals for the studio or just go in and play?
Dunno just play I guess.

What do you think the high point has been for the band so far?
Im not sure really there has been many highs. Personally i think there is a new high point everytime we get a good reaction at a show.

xCurraheex at Myspace

Interview was conducted by Chlebik.oi!

Una Vida / Monsieur Po - Split

This CD is the first time I have a chance to hear both bands that are featured here. First part of it belongs to Spanish owned Una Vida. Their style can be described as a heavy old school hardcore with some new school influences.

They sound promising, but they’re not yet there. Although well executed, their music is too predictable in my opinion. They got some good ideas, but they need to step their game up and add some more power to their sound. The production is just right for this type of hardcore. This split is their first official release and it’s a decent start, but these guys have a long way to go.

Monsieur Po ante things up a little bit displaying more metallic approach. The tempo is diverse and on the whole the band is good at varying the music. They’ve got a good thrashy vibe now and then. There’s no shortage of fast parts but there are lots of breakdowns in the songs as well. I like the production, it’s dirty but still fat and meaty. I am definitely down for checking their next recordings.

While I wasn't blown away by this record, I can certainly appreciate good work both bands are displaying here

Author: Dloogi
Label:Cruzade Records
Year: 2010

Check out Monsieur Po at Myspace
Check out Una Vida at Myspace

Eulogy Signs Hate Your Guts

Eulogy Recordings is very proud to announce the signing of Connecticut's HATE YOUR GUTS. Their new album "BASTARD'S DISEASE" was recently recorded by Jay Silvestri and Kurt Zikaras at the Elwood Studio in Milford, CT, mixing and mastering was done by Nick Bellmore at Dexter's Lab (Hatebreed, Kingdom of Sorrow, Toxic Holocaust) in Milford, CT. "BASTARD'S DISEASE" will be released on Eulogy Recordings this summer. They will be touring full time to support the album.

Guitarist Pat Serpe commented "HATE YOUR GUTS is very excited to be working with such a prestigious record label. We have been working very hard, and are so appreciative of John and everyone at Eulogy Recordings for having us be a part of their label. We are ready to get the word out with the release of our new album "BASTARD'S DISEASE" this summer. We are going to be touring full time in support of the album to show everyone that we are working hard to fulfill the standards of Eulogy and Hardcore music. Thank you to everyone who has showed us support in the last few years."

Eulogy owner John Wylie added "HATE YOUR GUTS represents the true hardcore spirit and are
ready to take the world by storm. Dedication, hard work and an amazing album will make them a household name in no time."

Bio:
Reigning from New Haven, Connecticut, HATE YOUR GUTS do as promised. No warning, pure relentless good old fashion hardcore nihilism. Mass energy building-pissed off all-out attack. TOTAL WAR. Put on The Cro-Mags "Age Of Quarrel" record, a little Ringworm and some vintage Hatebreed in a trash bag alongside two baby wolf cubs, shake it up and there you have it. Pure East Coast HATE. Full length will be available on Eulogy Recordings in the summer 2010.
Lineup:
Rob Anderson - Vocals
Chris Loso - Drums
Pat Serpe - Guitar
Brian Coon - Bass

Myspace: www.myspace.com/hateyourgutsct
Twitter: @hateyourguts

First Blood posted new song from the upcoming album

First Blood posted new song from the upcoming album, Silence Is Betrayal. We've been hearing about this album since about 2008 and it's kinda surprising that it took them so long to release it. Check it out here. Official press release from Trustkill after the break

The Bay Area's heaviest band will hit the studio in January/February of 2008 to record their follow-up album with producer Zach Ohren (All Shall Perish). Expect the crushing hardcore/metal you have come to love from FIRST BLOOD with more lyrics that will question everything around you. GET STOKED!

Singer Carl Schwartz said "Thankfully there hasn't been a shortage of stuff in the world to be pissed-off about, so this upcoming album will be nothing short of brutal - and quite possibly the most critical, condemning, and controversial material we will ever release. For fans of FIRST BLOOD - Yes, this album will be every bit as heavy and crushing as the first, and then some. But the focus of this album resides in the message. There is simply too much going on in the world today to ignore, and if we are going to dedicate our time and lives to writing music and constantly touring the world while getting very little in return, then we might as well make it worth it and MAKE A F***ING STATEMENT. I find this world becoming increasingly hostile while the powers that be continue to undertake massive efforts to induce us all into passivity, conformity, and false sense of comfort. Well, life is not comfortable and it is our turn to stir the pot."

Life Of Agony and I Scream Records sign worldwide deal

I Scream Records is very excited and proud to welcome Life Of Agony to the family.

On Saturday April 3rd 2010 I Scream Records will be recording & filming Life Of Agony's performance at the Ancienne Belgique in Brussels, Belgium, the second show of their exclusive European "20 Years Strong" tour. In late 2009 the band performed their debut album "River Runs Red" in its entirety during a few exclusive, sold out, US shows and now, after popular demand, they're also heading over to Europe to perform a set built around this amazing, legendary album.

The release of this "20 Years Strong" live album, which will also include a free bonus DVD of the complete show at the Ancienne Belgique, exclusive footage and much more, is set for early this Summer.

Crossover-metal kings, Life of Agony, formed in the summer of '89 and quickly built a cult-following upon the release their now classic, debut album, "River Runs Red" released through Roadrunner Records. The band's unique sound and honest lyrics have captivated audiences for two decades now. In celebration of this huge milestone, the group has been performing the record that started it all!!

"We're really excited to capture this moment in time. Twenty years, man, that's no joke! If you would've asked us when we were kids growin' up in Brooklyn, if we thought that we'd ever make something this important to people around the world, we probably would've laughed in your face. But, here we are, still selling out shows after all this time and turning people's tragedy into hope. Somehow, through the music, we've helped a lot of folks out there. And that's what's always been most important to us." - LOA Bassist, Alan Robert

Laurens Kusters says: "We're very excited about this collaboration. This will be an amazing release, recorded at the Ancienne Belgique, one of the most exclusive European clubs, in Brussels Belgium, the city where I Scream Records was founded in 1994."

Life Of Agony "20 Years Strong" - European Tour 2010
April 2nd - Effenaar in Eindhoven, The Netherlands (sold out)
April 3rd - Ancienne Belgique in Brussels, Belgium
April 4th - Matrix in Bochum, Germany

Soul Control upcoming shows

Here's couple of show dates:

4/15 Lowell, MA @ Umass Lowell Fox Common w/ Transit, Daybreaker
4/16 TBA w/ Daybreaker, Make Do And Mend
4/17 Long Island, NY @ Vibe Lounge w/ Daybreaker, Make Do And Mend
4/18 Philadelphia, PA @ TBA w/ Daybreaker, Make Do And Mend
4/23 Amherst MA @ Amherst College/Marsh House w/ Wasteland, Mountain Man
4/24 Worcester, MA @ Palladium (New England Metal and Hardcore Festival)
4/24 Schenectady, NY @ 1555 w/ Mountain Man
4/25 Syracuse, NY @ Westcott Community Center w/ Mountain Man
5/1 Providence, RI @ Club Hell w/ Set Your Goals, Comeback Kid, more
5/14 Boston, MA @ The Unit w/ Ruiner
5/15 Providence, RI @ As220 w/ Ruiner
5/28 Tacoma, WA @ The Viaduct (Rainfest)

Debut album from Pitfight out now

Unleashed is the name of the debut album from Pitfight (NYC). It contains 10 new songs and whole 2009 demo which makes for one hell of a listen. Good NYHC with a powerful vibe and strong riffing. You can order it via here.

Cheech - Pagan

Cheech - People Against Goodness And Normalcy to be released by NGS

NGS will reissue P.A.G.A.N. from the Boston outlaws Cheech. Here's the official statement from the NGS:

Six new tracks plus 5 old hits from Boston's biggest headache. Fans of Blood For Blood and Wisdom in Chains should be all over this. Even has guest vocals by the Rev. Paul Bearer of Sheer Terror. Their best outing to date, but don't just take my word for it...

"CHEECH's vocals and tuff-but-catchy riffs reminded me of BLOOD FOR BLOOD... worth checking out if you're the type of person who goes to hardcore shows to let off some pent-up aggression in the pit. Looks like Boston is back on the map" -Maximum Rock N' Roll.


"Heavy hardcore sees the Boston dudes progressing even more so than on "Ante Up". An amazing blend of Hardcore, metal, punk and thrash. Straight gruff vocals are placed perfectly over pummeling drums, brilliant bass lines and heavy thrashy riffs." -EmptyhandsPVD


"CHEECH play metal-tinged NYHC reminiscent of BLOOD FOR BLOOD, MADBALL and with a touch of GANG GREEN – it’s heavy and forceful but melodic and catchy too. Paul Bearer from SHEER TERROR makes a guest appearance on their second track which is a seal of approval for sure" -No Front Teeth Zine


Unless you're new around here, you know that Maximum Rock n' Roll hates us, and we hate them. So that's a pretty good stamp of approval right there.

Pre-order package contains:
Cheech - People Against Goodness And Normalcy CD
Cheech/Milo's Syndicate split 7", with a special cover/plum vinyl just for this pre-order, ltd. to 20
(courtesy of our good friends at United Riot Records)
A ltd 7x7 mini-poster of the original Cheech/Milo's Syndicate 7" cover
and a few stickers, patches, and pins to round things out nicely.

New Ratface album is out now

New Ratface album 'Ratassed' is now available from Fullhouse Records. Expect nothing but deep philosphical stuff filled with drunken tales, senseless violence and shit talking.The album features Peachey Six Ft Ditch among other guest appearances.