Tag: hardcore
February 3, 2014
Well, it's been nearly six years since we've heard a peep from post-hardcore outfit Akissforjersey. Now with their new 2014 release "New Bodies", will this band from North Carolina deliver a standout effort after a long breakup, or will it simply fade into the background of a crowded genre?
January 22, 2014
Hand Of The Architect - Secrets
Queensland-based Metal/Hardcore band Hand Of The Architect have released their new music video for the song, ‘Secrets’. Check out the music video below.… Continued →
January 20, 2014
REVIEW : Clear Convictions - A Past That Attempts to Define Me
Gritty and fast paced hardcore with an old school vibe abounds on “A Past that Attempts to Define Me”
January 17, 2014
REVIEW : Exiting the Fall - Windchaser
Hailing from Boston, MA we take a look at a very impressive independent post-hardcore release from Exiting the Fall.
January 13, 2014
REVIEW : Saving Grace - The Urgency
As Facedown's first release of the new year, Saving Grace brings a solid hardcore album that will not disappoint longtime fans. Still, is "The Urgency" worthy to follow after such a powerful landslide of great albums from their label? Read on to find out.
Fast FWD - What They're Up 2 Now: Chris Carbonell of Strongarm
We are following up our Strongarm "Fast FWD" feature with Part 2, this time with Chris Carbonell answering some deep questions. Let's relive the past and travel back to the time of DIY hardcore spirit and celebrate the accomplishments of this great Florida band.
January 12, 2014
REVIEW : The Devil Wears Prada - 8:18
Check out my review of The Devil Wears Prada "8:18"
January 8, 2014
Fast FWD - What They're Up 2 Now: Jason Berggren of Strongarm
I started a feature late last year that sort of fell to the wayside. I apologize for slacking on my job. Here is the latest edition of “Fast FWD – What They’re Up 2 Now” with Jason B. of Strongarm. Enjoy!
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REVIEW : Being As An Ocean - Dear G-d...
Check out my review of Being as an Ocean "Dear G-d"
December 28, 2013
REVIEW : Lessons - American Ghosts
If you’re looking for a record that hearkens back to the days of non-gimmick, old-school metalcore then Lessons might be the band for you.
December 16, 2013
Saving Grace - Ablaze
Saving Grace just released a lyric video for the track “Ablaze” from their upcoming album The Urgency. In stores January 21st through Facedown Records. [Thanks Smacky X]… Continued →
December 15, 2013
REVIEW : The Death in Me - Dead Bones EP
The Death in Me are a great find for anyone who, like me, loves to find an up and coming band and see them grow up into something truly special.
November 11, 2013
Close Your Eyes - Frame and Glass
Check out the brand new music video from Close Your Eyes for their track, “Frame and Glass”. Video can be found below. “Line in the Sand” is available now.… Continued →
November 4, 2013
Those Who Fear - Burn
Hardcore act Those Who Fear have just released their video for “Burn” to online outlets. Check out the video below. While you’re here, be sure to check out our official review of the album Unholy Anger, and their previous music video for “Sowers of Dischord.”
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November 1, 2013
Papertowns. - Resonance
Check out the brand new Papertowns. song, “Resonance”, below. This is a band we’ve featured on our site recently and posted quite a bit about. We think you’ll like them.… Continued →
October 30, 2013
REVIEW : They Will Fall - Misconceptions
They Will Fall has continued to grow and impress me with each release they have put out
October 15, 2013
Sinners to Saints - Peace//Keeper
Southern Pennsylvania Christian metalcore band Sinners To Saints (Red Cord Records) released their new music video for, Peace//Keeper today. This is the debut music video off their latest album, The Greatest of These. Click below to watch “Peace/Keeper”.… Continued →
October 5, 2013
Clear Convictions - Enemies Of God
Clear Convictions have released a brand new video for the track “Enemies Of God”. The song appears on the band’s upcoming EP, titled A Past That Attempts To Define Me, that is due to release soon. Watch below.… Continued →
October 4, 2013
Worthwhile - Vagrant
Worthwhile have posted their new music video for “Vagrant”. Check it out below.… Continued →
September 24, 2013
REVIEW : Papertowns. - Passion/Aggression
The bottom line is that Papertowns. is a young band with a massive amount of talent. If they are able to accomplish this much in just a few songs, their debut full length record should get them places.
August 30, 2013
Beartooth - I Have a Problem
Beartooth have unleashed their new music video for the song “I Have a Problem”. This band features Caleb Shomo formerly of Attack Attack! You can download this band’s debut ep here for free. Lyrics here. Catch the band on tour with August Burns Red. [Thanks Steven K. for the news].… Continued →
August 20, 2013
REVIEW : Platoon 1107 & The Cants - Split EP
Rough, raw, meaty punk.
August 16, 2013
REVIEW : Shook Like Dead Men - The 5 Solas EP
Shook Like Dead Men have made massive steps ahead of their last effort. They have clearly matured and have even thrown some curve balls into their sound. The bottom line is that like the aforementioned Picasso, “The 5 Solas EP” is more than just chaos. There is a work of art and a message laying beneath, waiting to be delved into.
August 2, 2013
REVIEW : Worthwhile - Carry on Kid
Worthwhile have an extremely bright future ahead of them as they blaze their way into the hardcore scene with a positive outlook and a hopeful message.
August 1, 2013
Leaders - Hell
Leaders have released a lyric video for their new song ”Hell” from the upcoming album “Indomitable” due out September 3rd on Facedown Records. [Thanks Chandler]… Continued →
July 30, 2013
REVIEW : Strengthen What Remains - Turning a Blind Eye
Strengthen What Remains album "Turning a Blind Eye" comes out August 6th, 2013.
July 14, 2013
Nothing Til Blood - Life Cycles
Nothing Til Blood have released a new music video for the track “Life Cycles”. The new song also showcases the band’s new vocalist Hector Becarra. Starting next week the band will appear on the Cast The First Stone tour with The Great Commission & Those Who Fear.… Continued →
July 6, 2013
REVIEW : Phinehas - The Last Word is Yours to Speak
With the release of “The Last Word is Yours to Speak”, I have finally realized who Phinehas is: They are leaders of the modern metalcore, who are not overrated as I had initially perceived, but need more attention.
June 11, 2013
REVIEW : Colossus - Time and Eternal
Colossus makes a powerhouse debut with "Time and Eternal." With a straightforward hardcore style, Facedown Record's streak may be set to continue through the summer.
May 13, 2013
REVIEW : Take the Name - Against Such Things
Take the Name have created an absolute beast of an album and have given me hope for melodic hardcore for years to come.