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[Exclusive] Rotting Out European Tour Diary

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Posted by SuperRadMike on March 22, 2013 @ 10:29am
Category: Music / Exclusives

L.A. hardcore band Rotting Out are currently on tour and are gearing up to release their follow up to 2011′s Street Prowl with The Wrong Way. The band just got off a small European tour with Expire and are now on tour with The Ghost Inside, Stick To Your Guns and Stray From The Path. While on tour with Expire the band recorded some live footage along with some interview segments which I am very happy to share with you! Read past the break for the exclusive video, enjoy! READ MORE

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[Exclusive] Weekend Nachos Song Premiere + Contest

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Posted by SuperRadMike on December 17, 2012 @ 11:00am
Category: Music / Contests

It is no secret the love I have for the Nightmare On Elm Street series. I’t also no secret how much I love power-violence. It brings a tear to my eye that I can bring not only one of the funniest interviews ever but also Weekend Nachos‘ new song “Watch You Suffer” and a pretty awesome contest. Past the break a389 Records owner/former Domenic Romeo interviews Weekend Nachos’ frontman John Caution covering all things A Nightmare On Elm Street including his ‘Dream Lineup’ of Weekend Nachos featuring characters from the Nightmare On Elm Street series. And in addition to that we have a very awesome contest where you have the chance to win a test press of Weekend Nachos’ new 7″ Watch You Suffer. Enjoy! READ MORE

Deathwish Inc. Releases Teaser For Converge / Napalm Death Split

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Posted by SuperRadMike on July 09, 2012 @ 11:16pm
Category: Music / News

Official Press Release:

Legendary bands Converge and Napalm Death have come together for a split release, bridging the worlds of personal and politically driven extreme music.

Recorded as part of their new album sessions, Converge offer up the blazing new song “No Light Escapes“. Already a staple of their live set, this whirlwind of an emotional charged song is a soon to be a discordant hardcore/metal anthem for the band. Also on the release, Converge offer a “We Are The World” styled rendition of the influential Entombed classic “Wolverine Blues“. Joining them in tribute is a number of friends including Tomas Lindberg (Disfear, At The Gates, Lock Up), Aaron Turner (Isis, Old Man Gloom, Split Cranium), Kevin Baker (All Pigs Must Die, The Hope Conspiracy), Brian Izzi (Trap Them), and more. A new Converge album will surface later in 2012 on Epitaph/Deathwish Inc.

On the flip side, metal pioneers Napalm Death offer up two new aural monsters. First, “Will By Mouth” erupts in classic grind fashion. A buzz of brutal guitars and a crushing blast beat lay a foundation for Barney Greenway‘s vicious vocal attack. All of it uniquely bleeding together to paint a vivid picture of social unrest. Also on the release, Napalm Death offer the slower and textural new song “No Impediment To Triumph (Bhopal)“. A deeply resonant number that lyrically sheds light on the horrific Bhopal Gas Tragedy of 1984. Without question, “No Impediment…” is truly a powerful and poignant moment for this legendary band.

You can pre-order the album through Deathwish Inc. and Converge‘s Official E-store.

Swamp Thing Broke Up?

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Posted by SuperRadMike on July 05, 2012 @ 7:24pm
Category: Music / Videos

In a surprise, but not really, the awesome hardcore band Swamp Thing have broken up. The reason why is that the best hardcore bands tend to come and go. It sucks but it’s true, not to mention they rarely toured. On July 2nd the band had their last show which you can watch below. Their full length as well as their EPs are all fantastic and should be listened to if you’re into hardcore. You can still buy their stuff through Hellfish as well as iTunes if you’re into the digital thing. The video was done by Jeremy Ledford & Ian Hurdle. R.I.P. Swamp Thing

Deathwish Inc. To Release Give Up The Ghost (American Nightmare) Reunion Documentary

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Posted by SuperRadMike on April 27, 2012 @ 12:04am
Category: Music / Videos

This past winter something happened that I never thought would. American Nightmare (Give Up The Ghost) got back together to play 2 shows at the end of this past December. Now whether or not they plan on pursuing the band can neither be confirmed or denied, but at the very least they are releasing a documentary for our viewing pleasure.

Now, from the trailer you can watch past the break, I can assume that a lot if not all the performance footage will be included as well as interviews with the band and all parties involved such a Chris Wrenn (Bridge Nine Records) and Jacob Bannon (Frontman for Converge and Co-owner of Deathwish Inc.) Let me say, for the record, that I couldn’t be more excited for this. American Nightmare was a big deal for me growing up and is still a big influence on me today. Now please, go and enjoy the 11 minute trailer.

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Posted by SuperRadMike on March 21, 2012 @ 8:50pm
Category: Music / News

Rohnert Park, CA hardcore-punk act Ceremony have released their video for the single “Adult” off of their newly released full length Zoo. The video shows off a “white picket fence” suburban housewife who is clearly bored with her life. I must say for Ceremony’s music being so raw and dirty the video is quite awesome looking. Enjoy the video below! READ MORE

Bridge Nine & TERROR To Release Retrospective Live CD/DVD/LP

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Posted by SuperRadMike on March 13, 2012 @ 2:54pm
Category: Music / News

Bridge Nine & TERROR To Release Retrospective Live CD/DVD/LP

Official press release:

No Regrets No Shame: The Bridge Nine Days release captures modern hardcore band TERROR in their beginning stages with never-before seen interviews and performances from one of their most popular albums, Lowest Of The Low. Filmed back in January of 2003, TERROR performed at the Showcase Theater in Corona, CA and the footage was captured by then-new filmmaker Ian McFarland (now of the established Killswitch Productions).

This amazing footage has been sitting in a vault at Bridge Nine for the last nine years and is finally assembled to see the light of day. With stagedives, sing-a-longs, and unparalleled energy from the band, No Regrets No Shame: The Bridge Nine Days captures TERROR in their most raw and nascent form. Bonus features like the “Push It Away” music video and a full set from TERROR’s Headline Records in-store performance from the same timeframe are also included, and this CD/DVD/LP (with all remastered Showcase Theater audio tracks) release hits stores on April 24th, 2012.

Stay tuned for more information regarding including a trailer to surface soon, and pre-order details and record release shows to be announced.

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Posted by SuperRadMike on March 13, 2012 @ 2:54pm
Category: Music / News

Official press release:

Stay tuned for more information regarding including a trailer to surface soon, and pre-order details and record release shows to be announced.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on January 19, 2012 @ 4:58pm
Category: Music / News

juliethxckid [OMFG] Eight Year Old Girl Records Hardcore Song: It Kicks Ass

On it’s way to becoming a viral video, eight year old Juliet has recorded a song with producer Rob Sharpe (YouTube page) that might just be one of my favorite hardcore songs ever. Certainly, the entire Australian hardcore scene has a very high set of standards now. Also, can I quickly mention how badass it is that she started a pit on a trampoline covered in her stuffed animals? Should I ever convince some woman to be stupid enough to spend the rest of her life with me and actually bear my seed, I hope that I pump out (hehe) kids as awesome as this. Check out the video below.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on January 09, 2012 @ 6:40pm
Category: Music / News

Update: There is now a short video from the official website below. Also, Antiquiet is reporting that the band’s official reunion will be at the 2012 Coachella with the ‘Relationship Of Command’ line-up.

Hardcore band At The Drive-In has announced via their website that they will be “…breaking their 11 year silence”. The last studio release the band put out was 2000′s Relationship of Command. They also released a compilation album in 2005 entitled This Station Is Non-Operational.

Members of At The Drive-In went on to form The Mars Volta while others are members of Sparta and Dios Kilos. Below is the official statement/image regarding their reunion.

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Posted by Sammy-Key on October 24, 2011 @ 4:53pm
Category: Music / News

thisishellblackmasscover [Interview] Rick Jimenez Of This Is Hell

BD Music contributor Sammy Key recently caught up with This Is Hell guitarist Rick Jimenez to discuss the new album, touring, and some of his biggest influences. You can check out the interview after the jump.

The band’s latest effort, Black Mass, came out Oct. 11th. The band just wrapped up a tour with Underoath, The Chariot, and Comeback Kid, and they will be performing at The Metal Suckfest, which is headlined by Municipal Waste, on Nov. 4th in New York. Tickets are available here.

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Posted by SuperRadMike on October 19, 2011 @ 4:00pm
Category: Music / News

[Exclusive] Close Your Eyes Bassist Sonny Vega Confesses His Love For Buffy The Vampire Slayer

The members of melodic-hardcore band Close Your Eyes recently did some sit down interviews in support of their new full length Empty Hands And Heavy Hearts to discuss the album and other things of interest. Well BD Music got hooked up with bassist Sonny Vega’s confession of his personal love for Buffy The Vampire Slayer. Check out the video past the break! READ MORE

Trash Talk To Release ‘Awake’ 7 Inch

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Posted by SuperRadMike on September 15, 2011 @ 8:03am
Category: Music / News

I couldn’t be more excited to spread the word that Trash Talk will be releasing a new 7″ titled “Awake” on True Panther. Trash Talk are among one of the heaviest hardcore/punk acts in the game right now and their new video for “Awake” couldn’t be a better example. There will only be 1,416 copies released so it’s probably in your best interest to pick this up immediately from True Panther. Now enjoy the video for “Awake” or die!

Check out the artwork for “Awake” below the break! Also go skate!

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on September 08, 2011 @ 9:06pm
Category: Music / News

Not knowing much about Wolves Like Us, I entered into reviewing their debut album Late Love with a completely open mind. This Norwegian hardcore punk band is relatively new onto the scene with their debut album having come out in Europe this past June (coming out Sept. 13th in the US). So does this act have what it takes or are they just another drop in the bucket? Check after the jump!

wolveslikeuslatelovecover [Review] Wolves Like Us Late Love

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Posted by SuperRadMike on September 05, 2011 @ 5:57pm
Category: Music / News

Ten years ago I was 14 at the start of my teenage years trying to figure out the person I wanted to be. I had already been raised on steady diet of independent punk and hardcore bands to widen my music palette, but nothing could prepare me for this album. This album has been beaten to death for the last ten years for changing independent music and rightfully so. So I would like to share with you my Retro Review with you on Converge‘s “Jane Doe“. Enjoy.

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on August 15, 2011 @ 6:02pm
Category: Music / News

Welp, the cat is out of the bag! I was hoping to surprise you all on the 24th but the word is out! We’re going to exclusively bring you the video premiere of Terror‘s newest video, You’re Caught! This video will be included on the new DVD Defending The Faith, which will be included in the CD/DVD reissue of Keepers Of The Faith, their latest album, which will be out November 1st.

Check after the jump for a sneak peek at the video and make sure to check back on the 24th for the full deal!

Were Going To Have The Exclusive Premiere For The New Terror Video!

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on August 02, 2011 @ 8:46pm
Category: Music / News

Hardcore band Terror, in the midst of their crazy touring schedule, took some time off to film a video for You’re Caught. Word is that this video is graphic and gory, which sounds right up our alley! The song is will be available on the upcoming DVD Defining the Faith, which will be included in the reissue of Keepers of the Faith.

Who here is a Terror fan and would love to see that video here on Bloody-Disgusting?

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Posted by SuperRadMike on July 28, 2011 @ 6:36pm
Category: Music / News

A few weeks ago when I went to go see Defeater and La Dispute I had the privilege of catching Former Thieves open up for the show. It was my first time seeing them and I can easily say I was very impressed and made me even more excited to interview guitarist Josh Parks (he’s the handsome gentleman all the way to the right in the picture). Their first full length The Language That We Speak was released back in April of this year on No Sleep Records and to be honest it would be in your best interest to give the album a spin. With that being said read past the break for my interview with Josh Parks! Enjoy!

Exclusive Interview: Josh Parks Of Former Thieves

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Posted by SuperRadMike on July 01, 2011 @ 9:08am
Category: Music / News

Hardcore outfit Defeater have picked up some serious steam within the past couple of years. With their newest release “Empty Days & Sleepless Nights” it doesn’t look like that steam will run out anytime soon. A few weeks ago I caught up with their guitarist Jay Maas during their tour with La Dispute and Former Thieves and he was nice enough to talk to me about the new album as well as what we can look forward to from the band in the coming year. Enjoy!

jay maas Exclusive Interview: Jay Maas Of Defeater

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Posted by SuperRadMike on June 28, 2011 @ 11:00pm
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Earlier this year Converge made a few awesome announcements one including a Split release with them and Dropdead, which of course blew my mind. The release saw light on Converge‘s recent Spring tour with Trap Them with a severe variety of different colors. Curious to know my thoughts? Read past the break for my review. Enjoy!

Vinyl Review: Converge / Dropdead Split 7 Inch

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Posted by SuperRadMike on June 21, 2011 @ 7:55am
Category: Music / News

While at this year’s Bonnaroo Fat Mike of NOFX sat down and talked about his feelings towards events like Bonnaroo as well as NOFX‘s upcoming 7″ covering “obscure” hardcore bands including Rebel Truth and Necros. I will admit I have mixed feelings about this 7″ considering their cover of Minor Threat‘s Straight Edge is quite awful. But being the NOFX fan that I am I’m sure I’ll buy every color 7″ when it comes out in August.

Read past the break for NOFX‘s upcoming 7″ album cover as well as some live footage from their performance at Bonnaroo this year. Enjoy! READ MORE

Exclusive: Check Out Escape The Fate’s Teaser Trailer For ‘Gorgeous Nightmare’ Video

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Posted by JonathanBarkan on June 09, 2011 @ 4:10pm
Category: Music / News

Update #2: After the jump, there are two hints to help you find the hidden link.

Update: Somewhere in this article, I’ve hidden a link to a picture of the sin of Wrath. Good luck hunting!

Escape The Fate wants their music video for Gorgeous Nightmare, which comes off their third, self-titled album, to come out. However, you fans have to help unlock it! Keep an eye out on EscapeTheFate.com to figure out how you can help. The video will have a very strong theme surrounding the Seven Deadly Sins and you know how well that fits in with Bloody-Disgusting. In anticipation of this video premiere, we’re thrilled to be one of seven sites that is getting a first look at the teaser trailer for the video. Check it out after the jump!

escapethefatecover Exclusive: Check Out Escape The Fates Teaser Trailer For Gorgeous Nightmare Video

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Posted by SuperRadMike on June 06, 2011 @ 7:39am
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Converge has cancelled the remainder of their current tour as the result of a “serious health scare.” The band has issued the following statement:

“Unfortunately on our day drive from St. Louis to Austin, one of our members had a serious health scare. We rushed him to the nearest ER were he was looked at by some fine Oklahoma doctors. After a night’s stay in the hospital and a battery of tests we were able to have him discharged earlier today. We are now racing (quite literally) to make it to our show at Chaos In Tejas, albeit extremely late, to play an abbreviated set. Wish us luck.

Converge Cancel Their Tour Due To Serious Health Scare

“Because of this health issue, we are canceling the remaining few shows of this current U.S. tour so he can get home and get some medical attention asap. To those in Little Rock, Nashville, and Raleigh, we will add you to our list of places for make up shows later down the road.

Thanks to all of you for your continued support, it is appreciated by all of us.”

UPDATE: The affected band member is bassist Nate Newton.

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Posted by SuperRadMike on June 02, 2011 @ 6:50pm
Category: Music / News

The second Touche Amore announced they were writing/recording a new album, it instantly became the most anticipated album of the year for me. Very few bands have gained the amount of attention and momentum that Touche Amore in the past year. From doing self releases to now being signed to Deathwish Inc., things are changing for the band. Did this affect their sophomore release for better or worse? Was the album worth crashing the Deathwish Inc. E-Store? Read past the break for my review of “Parting The Sea Between Brightness And Me. Enjoy!