I have a lot of respect for bands that take matters in their own hands, taking complete responsibility about every aspect of their existence from booking shows to releasing music. One example of such bands is Death Grip, brand new hardcore posse out of Pennsylvania that sticks to DIY ethics when it comes to handling their business. This interview was done some time ago so the biggest update is that Death Grip has put the "Forever In Doubt" album together and will release it in couple of days. If you’re into aggression and anger in hardcore, there’s no better way of spending couple of bucks than on supporting hard-working bands like this.
I have a lot of respect for bands that take matters in their own hands, taking complete responsibility about every aspect of their existence from booking shows to releasing music. One example of such bands is Death Grip, brand new hardcore posse out of Pennsylvania that sticks to DIY ethics when it comes to handling their business. This interview was done some time ago so the biggest update is that Death Grip has put the "Forever In Doubt" album together and will release it in couple of days. If you’re into aggression and anger in hardcore, there’s no better way of spending couple of bucks than on supporting hard-working bands like this.How would you describe the music on your first demo? How do you define your overall style?
It was more of a heavy style, and it was straight forward and to the point. Aggressive, anger-filled, and heartwarming. Focusing on the problems of society and exploiting them.
With the name of the band like Death Grip, do you try to put a positive message across in your music or do you prefer to rant about brutal side of life?
A little bit of both. We try to combine life situations and make a positive outcome out of it.
Undisputed is hell of a song! What’s the story behind the lyrics for that one?
Thanks! Undisputed is about the brotherhood of the PA hardcore scene, how strong our scene is, and that noone could take our love that we have for it away from us.
Before you write a song, where do you find inspiration? What's the first thing that comes to your mind?
Past and present experiences, Fucked up shit that’s happening throughout the world every day. It fuels the fire to our music.
You mentioned there are plans for full length in December. Give us some insight what should we expect from the new songs?
A more matured side of our music, We took a bunch of our influences and combined them into one, These songs are going to give people a new impression on Death Grip.
Have you already found a label interested in putting out the album?
We have been searching and have been talking to a few, But due to the lack of touring we unfortunately are still searching.
What’s the hardcore scene like in PA nowadays? What are some new bands from over there you feel everybody should give a try?
It's starting to rebuild to how it use to be. You could thank bands like Strength For a Reason, Wisdom In Chains, Not Til Death, Concrete Reality, CDC, Hold Me Back, Dead End Path, Unite Resist, and many more.
What is the craziest thing that ever happened at one of your shows?
Our first real show, We played Heart-On Fest last February at Eleanor Rigby's in Jermyn, PA with a ton of bands, And during Strength For A Reason's set, Some kid got hit and fell to the ground, cracked his head open. There was a pool of blood around head, Hopefully the kid is alright.
What are some other future plans for Death Grip? When can we expect a full length album?
We plan on doing touring during the spring/summer to promote our full length as much as we can. We will be releasing it sometime late February 2012, Stay posted!
Shout outs and/or last comments?
We would like to thank you for giving us this interview! It's much appreciated. Keep the scene alive, Don't follow it because it might be the latest trend or the cool thing to do. Feel the passion in your heart. And check out our good friends in: Murder Death Kill, Strength For A Reason, Not Til Death, Hold Me Back, Vice, and Unite Resist. Thanks!
