Let It Burn to release Final Prayer discography

Final Prayer will release "Best of Times" on Let it Burn Records July 7, 2010. This early discography CD contains Final Prayer’s debut album “Right Here Right Now”, their sold out split-releases with Alcatraz and Crisis Never ends, their unreleased first demo and a great cover song. 20 songs in total.

Felix / Final Prayer:

"'Best of Times' first and foremost documents the band's early history: From the humble beginnings, aka the demo days, to two split releases, to the first album. Second, with the demo and the split releases being long out of print, seeing copies of our demo being sold for stupid amounts of money on Ebay not only made us wish we had kept some somewhere, but also made it a necessity to make these songs accessible again for a fair price. And furthermore this release hopefully serves as a thank you to all the people who have supported us from day one and continue to this day: Mathias from Our World rec., Rene Punchline, Marcel from Demons Run Amok, Chris from Let it Burn and all the people that asked us countless times about how to get copies of said releases. In retrospect we'd probably change a lot about some of the songs (if we could), but didn't Scott V. from Terror scream "no shame, no regrets" in all of our faces? There you go! Enjoy."

Chris / Let it Burn:

"In all these years we’ve been running this label now we’ve never seen a band grow so rapidly like Final Prayer. They never lacked of self-confidence and one can say that they knew what they’ve been doing right from the start. But at the time we signed them we didn’t expect at all that they would grow such a huge and dedicated fanbase in such a short time. Go to a hardcore show and you can be sure to see at least 10 kids with a Final Prayer shirt (If Terror or Hatebreed is playing you can easily quadruple the number, hahaha!) Looking back at the last 6 years now I know what the plain and simple dodge is: Not giving a fuck. I hardly ever met such a straightforward no-nonsense band who did their own thing in such an adamant and confident way. It was & is a great pleasure to work with Final Prayer."

Copykill upcoming shows

Copykill got new dates up:

30. May 2010 Hamburg, Germany @ Marx w/ Hoods
20. Jun 2010 Lindau, Germany @ Club Vaudeville w/ Walls of Jericho, Evergreen Terrace
21. Jun 2010 Zizers, Switzerland @ Event Stage w/Walls of Jericho
22. Jun 2010 Stuttgart, Germany @ JuHa West w/Walls of Jericho
23. Jun 2010 Haag, Austria @ Boellerbauer w/Walls of Jericho
24. Jun 2010 Cologne, Germany @ Essigfabrik w/ Sepultura, Walls of Jericho
25. Jun 2010 Augsburg, Germany @ Kantine w/Walls of Jericho
26. Jun 2010 Dessel, Belgium @ Graspop Metal Meeting
27. Jun 2010 Rotterdam, Netherlands @ WATT w/Walls of Jericho
28. Jun 2010 Kassel, Germany @ Kulturfabrik Salzmann w/Walls of Jericho
29. Jun 2010 Weinheim, Germany @ Café Central w/ Walls of Jericho
30. Jun 2010 Aachen, Germany @ Musikbunker w/Walls of Jericho
04. Jul 2010 Amersfoort, Netherlands @ Kelder w/ Walls of Jericho
07. Aug 2010 Essen, Germany @ Filled With Hate Festival

Set Me Free - Only One Flag

Italian youth crew hardcore for fans of Side By Side, Wide Awake and Project X. Check out their Myspace for more songs!

Liferuiner announced new album

New album from Liferuiner has been actually been finished for quite some time now. New music should be posted soon on their Myspace. More news coming soon.

Death Before Dishonor - Tuff Guy t-shirt

Guys at allinmerch.com are busy making sure you run out of your pocket money fast. New design from Death Before Dishonor is all about being tough and having tattoos and since these are one of the most imporant lessons in hardcore, wear it with pride! Order it here.

Redound - Sam Sreshtu Vsichki

Hardcore Ruined My Life t-shirt from Swear To God

Swear To God posted new merch design on their Myspace. Get in touch with the band for the info on ordering. This is one of the few 100% DIY bands around who don't suck so give them a proper support!

Vera / Yeah Right 7"split coming up

Vera will have a split 7" coming out with a band from Melbourne called Yeah Right. In the meantime, band posted new music on their Myspace.

New Lionheart merch

Allinmerch webstore got some new items from Lionheart. This stuff looks damn good and surely will get you a lot of looks from the chicks so if you want to freshen up your wardrobe for the upcoming summer, give it a look.

Bodycheck - Damned

Bodycheck is Indiana based hardcore outfit. They have split with Resilient and from what I've heard so far, it's gonna be pretty dope. Check out one of the new songs, Damned.

Xibalba - Cold

Xibalba is one of the bands that is definitely not getting as much attention as they deserve. Heavy and metallic hardcore with an attitude of aggressiveness that is rarely seen.

Skull Crusher - Blinded By Illusion 12”/MCD out on Reflections records in May 2010

Reflections will be releasing Skull Crusher's debut 12”/MCD “Blinded By Illusion” in May 2010. Check out their website for the complete biography and band's Myspace for two songs... and get blown away. This will be a 12”/MCD, both limited to 500 copies!

Hardcore 2010 - Sydney, Australia

Now in it's 11th year, Hardcore 2010 is shaping up to again prove itself as Australia's premier hardcore music event. This year focusing on showcasing the best Australia has to offer the festival spans across July 2nd at the Manning Bar (18+) and July 3rd at the Factory Theatre (All Ages).

Not wanting to keep anyone in suspense, this years line up is announced in full with the following bands playing:

July 2nd – Manning Bar 18+
Mindsnare
Toe To Toe
Extortion
Blkout
Relentless
Ill Brigade

July 3rd – Factory Theatre AA
Mindsnare
Extortion
50 Lions
Blkout
Dropsaw
Hand Of Mercy
I Exist
Ghost Town
Persist
Phantoms

Tickets on sale now through moshtix. A limited amount of weekend passes will be available through moshtix. Tickets for The Factory Theatre available from www.thefactorytheatre.com.au

Sick Of It All - Death Or Jail

Burn The Traitor

Burn The Traitor is beatdown hardcore posse from Austria and as you would expect from this type of band, they keep things heavy with lots of breakdowns, double bass action and hateful deep vocals. I know there are many kids among our readers who like it and personally, I dig what they're doing too so there was no other option than to check out who are these guys and what they're up to.

Name: BURN THE TRAITOR

Location: BRAUNAU / UPPER - AUSTRIA

Active since: END OF 2006

How do you define your overall style?

ITS A MIXTURE OF HARDCORE, METAL AND BEATDOWN

What’s your goal with this band?

FIRST OF ALL FUN! PLAYING MUSIC AS HARD AS POSSIBLE A´ND GIVE PEOPLE WITH OUR LYRICS.

What do you have recorded so far?

IN 2007 WE RECORDED OUR FIRST SELFTITLED EP AND IN JANUARY 2010 WE RELEASED A NEW PROMO DEMO WITH 6 SONGS.

You guys have been going hard lately, what is the latest going on for Burn The Traitor?

THIS WEEK WE PLAYED A SHOW IN SALZBURG WITH OUR BOYS FROM BLOOD BY DAYZ, AND THERE ARE SOME GOOD DATES WE GONNA PLAY THIS YEAR LIKE IN JUNE A SHOW WITH SWORN ENEMY, DEATH BEFORE DISHONOR AND POSTMORTEM PROMISES. AND THERE IS SOME TALKING ABOUT DOIN A EUROTOUR WITH UNIT 732 FROM THE STATES.

You’ve released your first demo recently. Are you happy with what’s happening with that?

BY THE WAY. IT`S OUR SECOND CD AND YES WE ARE HAPPY WITH THAT SHIT. ITS A WELL DONE PRODUCTION FROM OUR FRIEND LUKAS! OUR DEMO IS AVAILABLE AT WWW.FILLEDWITHHATE.COM AND AT OUR SHOWS

What is the feedback you’re getting?

MOST OF THE PEOPLE SAY THAT IT IS A GREAT DEMO. THX!!

Who is who in the band and what is the history behind Burn The Traitor?

I AM PHIL (GUITAR) EBA + DUCE (VOCALS), MAX (GUITAR), MARIO (BASS) MARS (DRUMS).BTT WAS FORMED IN THE END OF 2006 AS A 4 PIECE YOUNG BAND TRYING TO PLAY HEAVY HARDCORE/METAL SOUND. OVER THE YEARS THE LINE UP WAS GROWING TO A BAND WITH 6 MEMBERS. THIS BAND JUST WANT AND ALWAYS JUST WANTED TO PLAY HARD MUSIC, FAR AWAY FROM ALL THIS BULLSHIT TRENDS AND NEW STYLES. WE DO WHAT WE WANT TO DO. THATS OUR HISTORY!

Where did the name Burn The Traitor come from?

THE NAME CAME FROM ONE OF THE FIRST SONGS EVER IN A TIME WHEN THIS BAND HAD NO BANDNAME. SO IT CAMES FROM A BTT SONG CALLED BTT!

How would you describe the sound of Burn The Traitor?

I THINK ITS A GREAT MIX OF HARDCORE, METAL AND BEATDOWN. WE TAKE INFLUENCE OF ALL THIS STYLES OF MUSIC. AN OTHER WORD FOR OUR MUSIC IS: BULLDOZER! ;)

What bands would you say are your biggest inspiration?

HARD TO SAY. OF COURSE THERE ARE SOME BANDS WE LOOK UP TO LIKE MERAUDER, SHATTERED REALM, IRATE, DESPISED ICON AND SO ON... BUT THEY ARE NOT REALLY A INSPIRATION FOR OUR SOUND.

What message are you trying to get across in your music?

OUR LYRICS MOSTLY DEAL WITH PERSONAL STUFF AND A UPFUCKED 2 FACED SOCIETY!

Can you tell us how the hardcore scene in Austria is like nowadays? What are some bands we should check out?

WELL HARDCORE SCENE IN AUSTRIA... HMM... IN OUR AREA AND THE AREA AROUND SALZBURG THE HARDCORE SCENE GOT BIGGER AND BIGGER. ALWAYS GOOD SHOWS. MANY PEOPLE. CHECK OUT UNITED BLOOD FROM SALZBURG. GOOD GUYS! ... ABOUT THE FACT THAT WE LIVE NEAR GERMANY WE HAVE MORE TO WITH THE GERMAN HARDCORE SCENE. WE KNOW MORE PEOPLE OVER THERE. WITH AUSTRIA WE HAVE NOTHING TO DO ACCEPT OUR AREA AND SALZBURG. HERE ARE THE GREAT CLUBSHOWS IN AUSTRIA. ABOUT VIENNA OR OTHER CITIES I DON´T WANT TO START TALKING HAHA

What are some future plans for the band?

OF COURSE PLAYING A LOT OF SHOWS. RECORDING AN ALBUM, MERCH, IN AUGUST A MINI TOUR ACROSS EUROPE WITH OUR FRIENDS FROM BUST A MOVE (RUHRPOTT) AND IN 2011 MAYBE AN EUROTOUR WITH UNIT 371.

Anything else you would like to add?

FIRST: THX FOR THE INTERVIEW!

AND TO EVERYBODY: CHECK OUT OUR MYSPACE: WWW.MYSPACE.COM/BURNTHETRAITOR CHECK OUT WWW.FILLEDWITHHATE.COM TO GET OUR NEW DEMO. ADD US ON MYSPACE OR FACEBOOK TO GET THE LATEST NEWS AROUND BURN THE TRAITOR AND SHOW UPDATES!

The New Enemy

The New Enemy is Toronto based punk rock band. They formed in 2008 but during this short time span menaged to release 2 EPs, appear on countless compilations, tour Canada and USA sharing a stage with likes of Agnostic Front or SNFU. They have just released Shakedown Ep that you can actually download on their Myspace for free!

The New Enemy is Toronto based punk rock band. They formed in 2008 but during this short time span menaged to release 2 EPs, appear on countless compilations, tour Canada and USA sharing a stage with likes of Agnostic Front or SNFU. They have just released Shakedown Ep that you can actually download on their Myspace for free!

Let’s start with your recently released EP. The Shakedown is finally out and it definitely lives up to the fans expectations. What are your feelings when you listen to it now and are you happy with the response it’s been getting so far?

I think its the best EP we've done yet....This one was more collaborative as far as the song writing goes, and I think that shows in the tracks. People want you to fit easily into one genre, but we find that kind of restrictive as a band since we like so many styles of music. The response has been pretty good, getting good reviews...I find it takes time for that to translate to an audience..

You guys worked with Simon Head and Nick Zampiello on this one. How was it recording your new EP with these guys? How do you guys work through the process?

Those guys have been great. It's amazing to have guys on board who have been around the block and are willing to share their ideas on how the music should sound.

Could you give us a quick rundown on the lyrics for the new album? Are they important part of New Enemy?

Lyrics range from political, to personal, to short stories in the form of a song. They are definitely important because they express the message you are trying to convey in the first place.

In the age of mp3 downloading it seems reasonable that you guys just put a download link on your website so kids can have these songs legally and for free. Since the EP is also available in physical format, do you think it damaged or rather helped the sales?

Not many bands are selling too many records these days as everyone knows. We thought it would be a better idea to get the music out there to as many people as possible especially since we're a fairly new band. We're not about making money anyway so we really don't care about any damaged physical sales.

How was it sharing a stage with legendary bands like Agnostic Front or SNFU like?

It was pretty amazing actually, especially with a band like Agnostic where they weren't above approaching us after the set and said they liked what we were doing up there. Definitely a compliment coming from a legendary band.

Formed just in 2008 and already with two well received EPs behind your belt. It seems you guys like to work at the fast pace. What is your secret to a balance between playing in a band and living a regular life?

I don't know if there's a secret, but it can definitely be a balancing act. I guess you just have to work hard at everything in life, including bands, music, and personal relationships. So I guess just work hard and don't get discouraged. The results are worth it.

As a Canadian band, what was the toughest struggle? What's the biggest wall to get over?

Canada is not a huge country population wise, so very few bands are able to eke out a living playing music. I guess the biggest wall to get over is general acceptance, especially by the music industry, which tends to be close-minded about something until it breaks huge, and then everyone's like "oh yeah, I've liked that band for AGES.'

So what’s next for The New Enemy? What are your plans for 2010 and beyond?

We are writing and in preproduction for our next release. Trying to decide on doing a full length or an EP...I guess the number of good songs will determine that. We want to be back in the studio by the summer at the absolute latest. Beyond that we're just gigging and doing interviews, spreading the word slowly but surely. The main thing to always remember is that music is supposed to be FUN.

Thanks for the interview. Anything else you got to add?

Thank you! Support your local scene. Decide you like music because YOU like it...don't ever care what anyone else thinks. Cheers.

The New Enemy at Myspace

Toxic Bonkers - Plague

Infidel - The Past Is Dead

Here's new track from Japan heavyweights Infidel. They keep this shit heavy with reckless breakdowns but still got enough changes in pace to keep things interesting. Good listen!

News from Enemy Ground

Exciting news are coming from the Enemy Ground camp! The band has recorded new tracks earlier this year that will appear as a split release between beatdown bands from all over the globe. There are also plans for the full length that should see the light of day later this summer.

Here's original message from the band:

New Stuff
In the beginning of 2010 we returned into the studio to reset the boundaries regarding European hardcore. The jack studio (http://www.myspace.com/jackstudio) helped us recording three brand new tracks that will proof it’s possible to commit to a vision and goal as a band after being around for 9 years: Take steps and improve musical brutality day in day out.

Release
Two out of the three songs recorded will be release throughout a split program where bands from all over the globe team up to express their love for beatdown music.

The one and only Goodlife recordings will release this album later this summer.

Stay tuned for updates!

MP3
Just to keep you moving we’ve released a web-only MP3 release which is one of our brand new songs: Day of the hammer.
Make sure to check it out on our myspace page: www.myspace.com/enemyground

Shows
Yes we want to play shows, when we like you and your offer…
Please make sure to come over to Essen on the 5th of June to break your face during our upcoming show with our Good Friends in the FWH and 17Stiches Family.

Enemy Ground would like to use this small space of textual expression to wish misery upon every materialistic sheep following the herd in the direction it is currently being lead by the media.

Your presence here is not appreciated.

www.myspace.com/enemyground

This Is Our State Of Mind t-shirt from 8Control

Click here to find out new merch from French mosh machine 8Control. This Is Our State Of Mind is available in sizes from medium to XL.

Darkside NYC posted new songs

Darkside NYC have uploaded 4 new songs on their Myspace! The band is planning to release Opitmism Is A Self-deception: Volume I this year, with the Volume II following next year. According to their Myspace, the material is almost done and final mixes will take place in June.

The Hood Took Us Under Records

The Hood Took Us Under Records is a hardcore record label founded 2009 in Helsinki, Finland. The first THTUUR release was the EYE FOR ALL 7" EP, still available. Their second 7" release was the Lighthouse Project EP which is out like Elton John. BOLT / EYE FOR ALL split in the works. Check out their Myspace for news and music.

Bodycheck / Resilient split coming soon

Indiana - Ohio brotherhood! Resilient have teamed up with Bodycheck for the upcoming split. Both bands sound pretty impressive so be sure to check these recordings when they're out. Check out their Myspace profiles as bands try to get out and play shows as much as they can!

Hatebreed - Everyone Bleeds Now

Core Tex Open Air - Berlin 1.05.2010

Core Tex guys have set up open air free party for all the hardcore kids who wanna have some fun this day. It starts at 12am and includes bands from punk rock to hardcore. More info here.

Stage running order:

12.00 – 13.00 DJ MOSH 69 bittet zum Konserventanz
13.00 – 13.30 KINGS CANNOT FALL 030-Hardcore, Pitmonster
13.45 – 14.15 FRANCESCO Punk Rock mit Melodie
Demo Pause – ca 14.30
15.00 – 15.30 SECONDS OUT! Old-school Hardcore, mit ehem. MIC Sänger!
15.45 – 16.30 THE BOTTROPS Punk Rock, aka: BOTTROPOP!
16.45 – 17.30 FRANTIC FLINTSTONES Drunkabilly, Punkrock
17.45 – 18.30 AULD CORN BRIGADE Irish Folk Punk Rock
18.45 – 19.30 EMPOWERMENT Hardcore – Bad Brains treffen auf Cro-Mags mit politischen Texten und deutschem Gesang
19.45 – 20.30 RADIO DEAD ONES Streetpunk Hymnen ohne Ende
20.45 – 21.45 THE UNLIMITERS Reggae, Rocksteady und Ska
21.45 – 01.00 DJ

Death Will Come self titled debut EP out now

Death Will Come have released the self titled EP produced in the 213 studios, Porto, marking a new stage in the band. Pay 5€ plus postage and it's yours. More info here.

Rabia - 5 Balas

Lionheart tour 2010

Lionheart are coming to Europe this April/May. Here are the dates:

16.04. Plymouth - White Rabbit (Great Britain)
17.04. High Wycombe - Nags Head (Geat Britain)
18.04. Kent - The Ivy Leaf Bar (Great Britain)
19.04. London - Underworld (Great Britain)
21.04. Aachen - Musikbunker (Germany)
23.04. Alphen an den Rijn - Het Kastel (Netherlands)
24.04. Köln - Underground (Germany)
25.04. Wiesbaden - Schlachthof (Germany)
26.04. Berlin - Wild at Heart (Berlin)
30.04. Gräfenhainichen - Makonde (Germany)
01.05. Leisnig - Revolution Festival (Germany)
02.05. Wien - Shelter (Austria)
03.05. Lucinico - Pieffe Factory (Italy)
04.05. Bologna - Blogos (Itlaly)
05.05. Solothurn - Kofmehl (Switzerland)
06.05. Konstanz - Kontrast (Germany)
07.05. Ulm - Beteigeuze (Germany)
08.05. (Matinee Show) Durbuy - Durbuy Rock Festival (Belgium)
08.05. Lille - La Chimere (France)
09.05. Terneuzen - De Pit (Netherlands)
11.05. Marburg - KFZ (Germany)
14.05. Lyngby - Templet (Denmark)
15.05. Friedewald - Festhalle Friedewald (Germany)

Soul Control tour dates

Soul Control keep things busy this year hitting the road with Like Wolves then Another Breath and then The Menzingers.

5/14 Boston, MA @ Unit 11 w/ Ruiner
5/15 Providence, RI @ As220 w/ Ruiner

dates w/ Like Wolves
5/19 Rochester, NY @ Flying Squirrel Collective

5/20 Buffalo, NY @ The Argyle
5/21 Ann Arbor, MI @ The Metal Frat (Late Show)
5/22 Chicago, IL @ The Beat Kitchen w/ Weekend Nachos
5/23 Waterloo, IA @ TBA
5/24 Rapid City, SD @ Trea Bingo Hall
5/25 Denver, CO @ Blast-o-Mat w/ Caulfield
5/26 Ogden, UT @ The Basement w/ Caulfield
5/27 Boise, ID @ Brawl Studio

5/28-5/30 Tacoma, WA @ Rainfest

dates w/ Another Breath
5/31 Bellingham, WA @ TBA
6/1 Vancouver, BC @ TBA
6/2 Portland, OR @ Satyricon w/ Bane
6/4 Redding, CA @ Sue's Java Cafe
6/5 Reno, NV @ Studio On Fourth
6/6 Berkeley, CA @ Gilman
6/7 Fresno, CA @ CYC
6/8 Canoga Park, CA @ Cobalt Cafe
6/9 Riverside, CA @ Common Grounds
6/10 Los Angeles, CA @ McWerld w/ Dangers
6/11 Tijuana, MX @ Bar 1979 w/ Dangers
6/12 San Diego, CA @ Che Cafe w/ Dangers, more

dates w/ The Menzingers
6/13 Mesa, AZ @ The Underground
6/14 Portales, NM @ Echo Chamber
6/15 Oklahoma City, OK @ The Maquiladora
6/16 San Antonio, TX @ The Ten Eleven
6/17 Houston, TX @ The Mink
6/18 Panama City, FL @ The Rabbit Hole
6/19 Tallahassee, FL @ The Farside (no Menzingers)
6/20 Orlando, FL @ Backbooth
6/21 Columbia, SC @ House Of Hardcore
6/22 Richmond, VA @ The Camel
6/23 Philadelphia, PA @ Ava House

Merauder tour dates

Here are the dates for Merauder's tour this May:

5/7 Berkely, CA @ 924 Gilman St. w/ Ruckus, Rule Of Thumb
5/8 Riverside, CA @ Common Grounds w/ Ruckus, Rule Of Thumb
5/9 Las Vegas, NV @ Area 702 Skatepark w/ Donnybrook, Gravemaker, more
5/10 Tucson, AZ @ Skrappy's w/ Ruckus, Rule Of Thumb, Beg For Life
5/11 Yuma, AZ @ Open Aired w/ Ruckus, Rule Of Thumb, Beg For Life
5/12 Tijuana, Mexico @ 1979 Club w/ Rule Of Thumb
5/13 Matamoros, Mexico @ Inferno Rock Rar w/ Rule Of Thumb
5/14 Monterrey, Mexico @ Ibex Rock Bar w/ Rule Of Thumb
5/15 Gudalajara, Mexico @ Rock Live Bar w/ Rule Of Thumb
5/16 Mexico City, Mexico @ El Clandestino w/ Rule Of Thumb
5/28 Albany, NY @ Bogies w/ All Out War
5/29 Brooklyn, NY @ HBNYC w/ All Out War

Ill Omen - Dear Friends

Here's the new track off the upcoming Ill Omen / Get Stitches! - Split 7". It is being released by Poolside Records & Killing The Legacy Records. This 7" features two new tracks from both Turku City, Finland based bands. Except some serious metallic hardcore straight in your face, this is the true Turku style!

Summer Of Hate 2010

Summer Of Hate 2010 is taking place June 19th and line-up is pretty impressive: Killing Time, Trapped Under Ice, Crowd Deterrent, Blood In Blood Out, Suburban Scum, Cold Existance and many others. There are also Creepout, Numb and Dominate coming over from Japan to play this show! Check out SOH's official Myspace for the complete line-up, latest news, info on hotels and others.

Black'N'Blue Bowl 2010

This year's Black N Blue Bowl (formerly known as the Superbowl of Hardcore) will take place on Saturday, May 15th at Webster Hall in New York City. Doors open at 2pm and tickets are $25 in advance ($30 at the door).

Here's the line-up:

Cro-Mags
Madball
Yuppicide
H20
Skarhead
Trapped Under Ice
Wisdom In Chains
Sand
Cruel Hand
H8 Inc.
Incendiary

Eye For All debut 7" is out now

Eye For All debut 7" is out now! 4 brand new songs on black vinyl. Get yours through us or The Hood Took Us Under Records. Eye For All are based in Helsinki and draw influences from NYHC sound.

Preorders are up for Parasitic Skies new album

You can check new tracks from the band here. If you like it, put your pre-order here. Every pre order placed before the release date will get a copy of the CD, t shirt and this limited edition back patch!

Count Your Days - Pitbull

New track from Count Your Days, heavy weight beatdown hardcore from Germany. Even for a demo, the sound is pretty strong and they show potential.

Ruckus, Xibalba and World Of Pain split coming

Ruckus have uploaded Gallows, new track from the upcomming Earthquake split with World Of Pain and Xibalba. The other bands have also posted up new songs. Give it a listen!

Doing Time from Hold A Grudge to come out this summer

Hold A Grudge are Canadian hardcore/punk band on Insurgence Records. They will have new album out in the upcoming months. It's called Doing Time and will have 12 songs, mostly new ones but also 2 from previous album and a cover.

New merch from Betrayal in their webstore

Betrayed is halfway recording their new album but still found time to update their webstore with couple of new designs. Check this new stuff here.

Setback - Unfinished Business

For those who don’t know, Setback play fast-paced and crunchy hardcore with all the respect to the traditional NYHC sound. The bans have been around since 1991 and this is just their second full length.

Mixing streetwise oriented attitude with an even more aggressive sonic impact makes this album a great come back. The music is pretty much straight forward with nice built ups and breakdowns. They’ve got knack for catchy tunes and bring energy to any track. The production is raw yet clear. This reminds me a little bit of new Killing Time in a way they mix the solid hardcore base with a touch of punk rock, lyrically delivering the real hard working life attitude that had been missing for far too long in hardcore. Whether they speak out about experiences of living in the city or get political with songs like Client 9 dealing with corrupted politicians and big corporations. It’s the type of shit every hard working man can relate to.

Bottom line is, this is a type of band that don't care about anybody and anything and if you don't like it, you can fuck yourself. Unfinished Business is nothing revolutionary, but still a type of album that makes you forget all the bullshit and realize why you loved hardcore.


Author: Dloogi
Order it here.
Year: 2009

Check out the band at Myspace