Your guide to new rock, metal and punk bands worldwide
Channel your inner 2010s emo self for the intoxicating metalcore meets post-hardcore sound of Nevada band Preacher. The band take pride in hailing from the "biggest little city in the world" Reno, where they've honed a nostalgic sound they describe as "energetic, unique and captivating."
With a name like Bloodbather, you'd be right to expect something pretty intense. And the Broward County, Florida, collective do not disappoint, with a savage concoction of chugging riffs and vicious vocals in a metallic hardcore meets deathcore sound they describe as "visceral, angry and powerful."
Israeli band Oceans On Orion seek to entertain with a thrilling brand of what they describe as "Glam Core Metal." Expect dramatic vocals, big riffs and lively instrumentals in a sound that fuses metalcore with 80s influences. What's not to love?
Exciting British newcomers Mother Vulture combine filthy riffing, stunning vocals and beefy breakdowns in an intoxicating bluesy, punky rock sound they describe as "chaotic, energetic and intense." Indeed, the band claims their music is so chaotic it will "leave you with horrific injuries."
Swiss band Cave Wolves have fused hard rock, post-grunge, punk and metal influences into a roaring and snarling sound that they describe as "high energy rock’n'roll."
Cultus Black have honed an aggressive nu-metal meets deathcore sound that also oozes delicious melodies. On top of that, there's an intriguing edge provided by their masked attire.
Exciting new Connecticut band Robot Monster offer up a raw and infectious brand of riff-heavy rock that they describe as "heavy, dynamic and contemplative."
Canadian band Supermodel Taxidermy fuse metal, hardcore punk and thrash in a sound that's just as likely to have you headbanging as it is picking the bones out of their intriguing lyrics and enjoyable storytelling ability.
Having initially crafted an emo and pop-punk vibe, allcaps. are drifting towards more of a melodic hardcore sound that they summarise as "Emo + Pop-Punk = Fun."
New post-hardcore band Modernwelfare fuse elements of metal and alternative rock with electronic and pop influences in a sound they describe as "fun, fast and hopefully thought-provoking."
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