Your guide to new rock, metal and punk bands worldwide
Chicago band Repentance lead us on a captivating journey through the depths of human emotions and the struggles of existence. Expect aggressive riffs, powerful vocals and thought-provoking lyrics in a groove metal meets thrash sound that they describe as "Power Groove Aggression."
Fancy some infectious, angsty, edgy and powerful pop-rock? Of course you do, so let us introduce you to the fresh sound of Chicago singer/songwriter Mel Senese.
Describing melodic hardcore as "catchy" might raise a few eyebrows, but Chicago newcomers Second Wind have achieved just that with their heavy, yet melodic sound.
When Djunah frontwoman Donna Diane tells us she simultaneously plays both the guitar and bass, as well as singing, we presumed she was joking. But it turns out to be absolutely 100% true.
A mixture of British and American band members as well as crossing the boundaries of alternative rock, hard rock and metal makes Chicago-based Queen's Teeth an intriguing proposition.
What better way to welcome in the weekend than with a seriously heavy new metal band that aims to bring a bit of good to the world and "break the mold of a digital age where the music industry seems to be becoming increasingly formulaic."
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