New releases/Available titles
This page contains not only new release info, but also all available titles. Scroll down to see what back catalog releases I still have for wholesale, and check the EBULLITION site for any titles they may still have in stock that I do not (www.ebullition.com). Also check the shirt page of this site to see what designs are currently available through Ebullition.
My friend has started to sell 625 records on eBay at reduced mailorder rates. Check his store out at: CLICK HERE TO DO A SEARCH FOR THE SELLER ID: ligament. Also, I have started to reduce my press runs, so things will not be available as long as they have in the past.
Released 6/25/2008
SFN - Demo EP (limited green vinyl repress)
Some of the most punishing fastcore that has emerged in years. This band has been stewing in bong water for the past few years in the land of milk and cheese (aka Wisconsin), and have emerged from the haze of hashish and Eric Wood bass-licks to record a punishing demo. This is truly the new generation - half your age and twice as good as your band. Completely jock-free power-violence. Limited pressing on Green of 420 copies.
Released 6/9/2008
ENDLESS DEMISE:50/50 Split EP
ENDLESS DEMISE are ex-members of EXCRUCIATING TERROR - insanely brutal, straight forward guttural grindcore from the streets of East LA. 50-50 hail from Houston and dish out some of the best blastcore in recent years. For fans of true grind and blurcore only. Limited pressing of 500!
Released 5/19/2008
THREATENER - Discography CD
A collection of all output by this 1000mph Michigan mayhem blast squad: EPs, Comps, Radio session plus extra tracks galore. Its pure mayhem, most songs 30 seconds or less - a total audio assault on the senses. This CD is the true definition of blurcore. Easily one of the best fastcore bands from the past decade - hold onto your meat sacks.
Released 5/5/2008
RUNNING FOR COVER - LP
From the frozen tundra of Buffalo New York, this power-violence unit re-defined blasting fastcore. 1000mph blasting, insane riffage, MITB bass-leads, incisive and critical lyrics....throw it in a blender and you have the legendary RFC. Sadly, the band broke up a few years back, but they left us with this last will and testament to all things punishing and brutal.
PUNCH - Debut EP
Seriously sick-fucking-O fastcore from the Bay Area. Featuring ex-members of prior Bay Area blast-units like DOPPELGANGER and ROSENBOMBS, PUNCH take it to a new level by bringing small doses of 'the mosh', only to change-times into rapid-fire blasting that will kick your teeth in. Seriously, this shit is gonna stomp your track-bike into pieces and proves once again that the Bay Area is the capital for speedcore.
Released 3/24/2008
FINAL DRAFT - EP
Ferocious fastcore from the blastcore capital of Inglewood. Following up earlier splits and demos, FINAL DRAFT wreaks havoc with this debut full-EP, invoking earlier instances of 310-violence such as DESPISE YOU, while marking out their own style and originality. Songs are hectic, lyrics are pissed....not for the meek.
Released 2/18/2008
INSECT WARFARE - Limited Colored Vinyl
The World Extermination LP went into its 3rd press, and this time around its a limited edition (500 copies) on purple vinyl. Just in time for their trips to Australia and Japan!
Released 1/21 and 1/28/2008
INFECT - Discography CD
INFECT blasted onto the scene in the late 1990s, delivery a powerful mix of politically charged lyrics, and fast, energetic thrashcore. Part of a new wave of fastcore/thrash/hardcore bands from Sao Paolo Brazil, INFECT staked their claims in a male-dominated scene, confronting social inequality with one of the best soundtracks ever. This CD collects everything this seminal all-female Brazilian HC/thrash band ever did. Eps, comps, splits, their superb full length LP plus demos and unreleased studio tracks. A must have.
IRON LUNG - Life. Iron Lung. Death CD
A repress of their debut full length on CD, which also includes the entire first recording session they did. This two-man band has been deemed fastcore, grindcore, power-violence, hardcore and numerous other 'tags' that indicate ferocity and speed. But their unique song writing and conceptual approach defy any simplistic genre. For those who have seen them live, you know. For those who have yet to experience the LUNG, this is your warning. One of the best bands of the last decade as far as I'm concerned.
Released 10/21/2007
THREATENER - Final EP
The last thing this AMAZING Michigan fastcore band did. This is the final installment in their trilogy of fastcore - and this is by far the most brutal of all. If you thought the early two EPs were unrelenting, wait till you hear this. Unmatched speed and ferocity, executed like no other band.
AGENTS OF ABHORRANCE- CD
Frantic, discordant and all around brutal grind/fastcore from Australia that has been ripping heads off down under for a few years now. With their US tour with IRON LUNG in fall 2007 and the release of this CD they are now ready to spread the blast to North America. This is the new wave of DIY grind.
Released 9/10/2007
INSECT WARFARE - World Extermination LP/CD
Surpassing the brutality displayed on their earlier EPs, INSECT WARFARE deliver some of the fiercist grindcore since NAPALM DEATH`s From Enslavement on this LP. Seriously, this needs to be heard to be believed. No tech, no minamalist noise, this is pure, straight forward, raw grindcore that no other band seems able to deliver these days. While the larger death metal labels are salivating over this band, IxWx stay true to their DIY roots and prove that 1000mph raw grindcore belongs in the underground. Be prepared for slaughter.
Released 9/3/2007
THE PROCESS - Collection CD
Pulverizing full-throttle HC from this UK unit composed of ex-SHANK members. Invoking the spirit of early RINGWORM, THE PROCESS reduce all to ash with a deadly mixture of speed, metallic brutality and induced mosh-mayhem. BRING OUT THE SLEDGEHAMMERS!
HUMMINGBIRD OF DEATH - EP
Raging-fast-blur-hardcore from Boise Idaho (thats right, the spud capital AND home of the mighty SEPTIC DETH). 18 songs of pure ballistic thrash that feels more like a NO COMMENT shadow-boxing match to your face rather than the peaceful images of a tender little humminbird.
Released 8/13/2007
V/A - Trapped In A Scene Comp LP/CD
A comp LP capturing the return and execution of brutal fastcore in North America (its about fucking time!). Bands featured are: SEVERE, IRON LUNG, THREATENER, THE ENDLESS BLOCKADE, XBRAINIAX, HATRED SURGE, IN DISGUST, INSECT WARFARE, RUNNING FOR COVER, WARZONE WOMYN, KNUCKLESCRAPER and TUMOR FEAST. 11 bands doing over 40 songs of mind-melting ballistic fastcore that blows any retro-82 punk out of the water. Vinyl limited to 500 copies.
BLOODY PHOENIX - War, Hate and Misery LP
The Vinyl version of this brutal 26 song grindcore onslaught is out! Only 500 pressed, track it down while you can. For full description, see CD listing below.
Released 7/30/2007
BANDANOS - Full Length CD
Continuing where the split with DESTRUCTIONS END left off, Brazil's BANDANOS conjure the spirits of Venice Beach and Marth Splatterhead for some raging 80s crossover thrash. Think NO MERCY meets early ACCUSED. Rising above the norm of current crossover bands, BANDANOS execute this syle with originality and aggression, making them one of the best of the genre.
Released 7/23/2007
BLOODY PHOENIX - War, Hate and Misery CD
Featuring ex-members of LA's cult grinders EXCRUCIATING TERROR, BLOODY PHOENIX takes up where ExTx left off - blistering, no fluff, straight forward grindcore ala early NAPALM DEATH. 26 songs of full throttle blastcore that levels everything in its path. This marks a return to true underground grindcore. Limited vinyl version soon to follow.
Released 7/16/2007
BREAKfAST - 6 Packs Collection CD
This CD compiles BREAKfAST's first two sold out EPs along with the rare first Demo, and displays why BREAKfAST is one of the best HC/thrash bands in the world. A great mix between high-energy tokyo skate-thrash, early 80s HC influence, mixes of SST quirkiness, and a passion for skating. If you missed out the first time, be sure to pick this up.
Released 7/9/2007
GET DESTROYED - Debut EP
10 songs of 1000mph fastcore from the Arizona desert. Ferocious onslaught of power violence mayhem from minds that have been reduced to a near-primitive state from the Arizona heat. This is like a cacti-to-the-eyeball. For fans of NO COMMENT.
ATHRENODY - Crazed Development CD
Existing only for a short time in the early 90s, ATHRENODY, along with bands like IMMORTAL FATE, EXHUMED, GORYMELANOMA and COLOSTOMY created a foundation for the emerging Bay Area grind scene. Back then, rumors were floating around about a band from the South Bay that played a brutal style of grind/death metal not-on-like Harmony Corruption era NAPALM DEATH and/or TERRORIZER - turned out this band was ATHRENODY. They played a few shows, and before they split-up, they managed to get into House of Faith studios to record this full length. Unfortunately vocals were not added, until that is, Matt Harvey from EXHUMED stepped up to the plate in 2005. The result is this CD.
Released 6/4/2007
BREAKFAST / STRUGGLE FOR PRIDE Split CD
Also known as the EL BURRITO project. This is a repress of the infamous CD that happened to sell out within a few days late last year. BREAKFAST offer more of what they are known for - direct, original skate-thrash that take a lot of influences from early SST and ecclectic sources. STRUGGLE FOR PRIDE interject with a ferocious barrage of distortion laden-pummelage that have made them cult-legends in Tokyo. Tons of graphics, skate photos, etc....all from members of the international skate-contingent known as EL BURRITO.
Released 5/15/2007
HOT LIXX HULIHAN - Debut 7" EP
Trying to contact this guys' manager who then had to contact his tour manager who then needed to pass hand-written message under the door of the Master Suite at Motel 6 was a challenge, but Wajlemac and 625 was able to FINALLY get the incredible, the inaudible HOT LIXX HULIHAN in the studio to lay down some ripping air-axe tracks. Limited to 500, comes with full color cover. Go cry to your momma when you passed the chance up to get this and then they were all sold-out. GET YOUR AIR-ON. Member(s) of CONQUEST FOR DEATH, LOVE SONGS and WHAT HAPPENS NEXT.
Released 5/12/2007
UZI SUICIDE - Comin' at Cha EP
13 songs in 8 minutes pretty much somes up this platter of Bay Area hyper-thrash. Unfortunately this is the last thing UZI SUICIDE recorded before they split up - however it stands as a last will and testament to one of the best recent bands to emerge from the Bay Area fastcore scene. Only 200 available from 625, so act fast.
Released 4/30/2007
DESTRUCTIONS END / BANDANOS - Split CD
An international barrage of crossover thrash that lays waste to all! Venice Beach has emerged on the shores of Brazil in the form of BANDANOS, who kick down a mix between EXCEL with a dose of early ACCUSED - by far one of the best of the recent crossover thrash bands! DESTRUCTIONS END conjure the Bay Area thrash spirits for some circle-pitting, sweat-short wearing, wammy-bar laden, double-bass drenched thrash metal in the vein of DEATH ANGEL and VIO-LENCE. This CD requires that upon its first play, listener must chug beer, crush can on forehead, and start pit with friends in the nearest highschool parking lot.
Released 4/9/2007
BxUxSxH - Debut LP and CD
Featuring veterans of I SHOT CYRUS and a million other Sao Paulo based bands, BxUxSxH kick-down some WASTED YOUTH/JxFxA inspired '82 hardcore punk, mixed with 60's garage rock riffs and late 70's (post) punk influences - perfect blend of rawness, energy and tons of guitar licks. Small amount available in the US, so be sure to pick this up soon. A few hundred CD copies are available as well.
Released 3/12 and 3/19/07
FxPxO / SEEIN RED – Split LP
A combo of the new breed with the veterans. Hailing from Macedonia, FxPxO are some of the most dedicated dudes in international HC…constantly touring, trading, contacting people from all over the world. Their music reflects this dedication, fast hardcore thrash with unmatched amounts of energy, positivity and speed. SEEIN RED need no introduction at this point – never wavering from their politics, SEEIN RED kick down more of what they (as both LARM and SEEIN RED) have been doing for over 25 years –playing pissed off political punk/HC.
LORDS OF LIGHT - "Energy" LP
Probably the first Powerviolence release on Life is abuse and definitely the first PROG album on 625, LORDS OF LIGHT have created a landmark album that will undoubtedly confuse / amaze / anger all fans of each genre! Drawing many influences from mid-90's Powerviolence, to mid-90's DC as well as paying homage to ACxDC and European Progrock.. Lords of Light strike many chords that in the past haven't had much in common with each other, but in the hands of these three Portland freaks somehow makes perfect sense. Recorded at Smegma studios by Mike Lastra... colored vinyl packaged inside a silkscreened cover. Split release between Little Deputy, Life is Abuse and 625 Not-So-Fast.
CURRENT LIST OF AVAILABLE TITLES FOR WHOLESALE (for mailorder, try EBULLITION)
12" LPS AND CDS
APARTMENT 213 - Discography CD
A collection of ultra-brutal power violence from this mid-1990s Ohio murder unit. Collecting all their EPs, split Eps, comps and demos, this CD slices and dices through 40 songs of unclean serial-killer worship. Recently reformed and released from the pysch-ward, watch out for more blood and mayhem from these guys soon.
ATAQUE PERIFERICO - Debut CD
PIssed-off manic high speed fastcore from Brazil that is unrelenting. Matching the intensity of their Brazilian comrades DISCARGA and I SHOT CYRUS, ATAQUE PERIFERICO hold their own, and lay all to waste. Only 200 copies at Ebullition, so get it while you can (rest of the pressing available through Laja in Brazil!)
BREAKFAST - "3rd and Army" LP
Tokyo's BREAKFAST returns to play their unique brand of original skate thrash - think SST meets modern day 1000mph thrashcore. At one moment is full throttle EXCLAIM style thrash, the next a MINUTEMENT style skate-jam soundtrack. One of the best bands in Tokyo right now. This LP contains a different arrangement of songs than the CD version released in Japan.
CALIFORNIA LOVE "Can’t Waste Death" CD
CD version of an all out sonic slaughter of ultrafast and angry hardcore, with nods to early UK grind and Slap-a-Ham juggernauts. Assaulting punch in the throat production, maniacal power-violence with blasting and uncompromising rage. Members of LOOK BACK AND LAUGH, TALK IS POISON and a gazillion other bands.
CHAINSAW / VOETSEK / CONGA FURY split 10" LP
CHAINSAW and CONGA FURY are coming over from Japan for a West Coast Tour this summer (2003). Mix the speed and fury of VOETSEK, the distortion of CONGA FURY (I'm talking distortion with a capital D) and the ripping Japanese hardcore of CHAINSAW....and god damn, you got a kiler tour/release!
CHARM/UxGx MAN Split LP
UG MAN are legendary Tokyo skate hardcore, featuring members of SPITFIRE, GODS GUTS among many others. Manic without being metallic, frantic without copying modern styles. Along with UG MAN is CHARM, who are one of the craziest Tokyo thrash mongers ever. Insane distortion, stand-up bass, crazy time changes...this is a pure blast of insanity. This split LP is in support of their West Coast Tour in 2006. The bands designed this records WITHOUT AN INSERT.
CRUCIAL SECTION - Catch the Future LP
The long awaited follow up LP from Tokyo's own CRUCIAL SECTION. CxSx continue what they are known for, manic but melodic high energy old school thrash that sounds like "Defiance of Power" era RIPCORD. Positive lyrics, tons of flannels, and high-speed thrash!
DISCARGA 10" LP
You like LARM? I like LARM...these guys be loving the LARM too, but they be rocking in Brazil....sounds like later day LARM (duh) or MANLIFTING BANNER....great lyrics, ripping fast hardcore plus some of the coolest people on the planet. I will support these guys forever....Watch out for them in Europe! This is pressed for their tour.....
HE WHO CORRUPTS Ten Steps to Success CD
Crazy ass grindcore from some crazy ass corporate executives. Still don't know how the hell they pull these songs off live. Featuring members of KUNGFU RICK, so think of HWC as the older death metal brother of KFR who drives a sick ass IROC to the annual share holders meeting.
IMMORTAL FATE - "Beautiful" LP
After 7 years, this death metal masterpiece finally sees the light of day. Back in 1990, these guys were the fastest in the West Bay, relying on an unrelenting style of grindcore/death metal that sounds like a cross between INCANTATION's first LP and NUCLEAR DEATH. Tuned so low you can hear the strings hitting the pick ups. Not for the weak.
INSECT WARFARE - "Violent Restitution" CD
INSECT WARFARE follow up their now legendary debut "At War with Grindcore" Ep with an even more brutal onslaught of Gulf Coast grindcore. This has to be heard to be believed - laying to waste all the phoney math-metal grind you hear these days, INSECT WARFARE return to the roots of grind, citing explicitly early EARACHE as their alter of worship. This includes the "Violent" EP, debut EP, the split EP w/HATRED SURGE, comps and demos. This is the return of true grind.
IRON LUNG / SHANK Split CD
International power violence returns....This is the last recordings from Scotlands knife weilding neds known as SHANK. Crazy time changes, bitter lyrics, heavy guitar tones, and their best recording, fucking brilliant. The IRON LUNG material is from the same Polymorph session that their LP came from, so you know what to expect. Insanely frantic two man fastcore that sounds unlike anything that has come before. LP version was released a few months before the CD version.
I SHOT CYRUS LP
Been around for years in Sao Paolo but only have a split EP out so far (plus comp tracks) Ripping pissed off hardcore that is just blazing. They fucking floored me live...... the guitarist was going so nuts when WHN played with them that he ripped the seam of his pants...it was awesome! Just recently got the drummer from RATOS DE PORAO so the beats on this are fucking insane. Awesome people to boot! Going to Europe too so check em out if you can!
JELLYROLL ROCKHEADS - "Wake up Music" Discography LP
It's been a few years in the making, but finally the vinyl version of the JRRH discography is done! This collects everything these OSAKA thrashers did: eps, comps, demo, live plus unreleased tracks. Mind-blowing 1000mph, early GANG GREEN fast hardcore that have since spawned a few clones - yet will never be matched in their speed and originality. Members consisted of ex- and future- members of RAZORS EDGE, THE FUTURES, WORLD plus a billion other seminal OSAKA hardcore punk bands
KUNGFU RICK 2xCD Discography
KFR blazed a trail of blood and guts throughout the 90s, fed on blast beats, full stacks and their now infamous live shows. This double CD discography collects everything this head-crushing unit ever did, plus a few unreleased morsels mixed in for good measure. Members went onto HE WHO CORRUPTS, SEVEN DAYS OF SAMSARA and HIGH ON CRIME.
MACHINEGUN ROMANTICS Collection CD
This collects the debut EP on 625 plus an entire extra studio recording and a live session. This band embodies the new breed of fastcore/power violence bands coming up now-a-days, fun, fast and some awesome dudes. They are on a short tour in January 2005 so check the tour page for that. New full length from them soon as well.
NO TIME LEFT 10" LP
This new 10" surprised the hell out of me (tops their debut EP by far)...a mix of fast hardcore punk, blazing guitar leads, some youth crew parts and even some gritty punk rock..topped off with good lyrics. Almost like a baastard child of GORDON SOLIE MOTHERFUCKERS. Featuring ex-members of every band that has ever come from Buffalo.
QUILL / I DONT CARE Split CD
Fucking insane fastcore/hardcore from Japan. QUILL has been around for ever,doing splits with CHARLES BRONSON and SHORT HATE TEMPER, never stopping their high-speed onslaught. I DONT CARE play super original fast hardcore not unlike Sweden's I QUIT. I will have limited copies of this release so act fast.
SCHOLASTIC DETH - Collection CD
All 3 EPs, Comps, some extra unreleased stuff, a full radio show plus a video compilation from various shows. Oh and a friggin 28 page booklet chock full of crap. No wonder this bastard took 2 years to put out.
SECOND OPINION - CD
This CD collects their now sold-out 625 debut EP, their cassette released on Tank Crimes, plus extra and live tracks. SxOx has been around for over four years by the time of their debut releases, so they were had their shit down and were devastating Bay Area shows. Think ultra-fast high energy thrash in the vein of DOWN IN FLAMES, SCHOLASTIC DETH or even a faster NO JUSTICE. They have plans to hit the studio soon, so don't sleep. This is co-released with Tank Crimes in SF.
SHANK - Coded Messages in Slowed Down Songs LP/CD
Originally to be released on Slap A Ham, this is now being put out by Deep Six and 625. This is by far the best shit they have ever done. Super fast powerviolence...with thick guitar sounds, crazed vocals and a drummer than has obviously been listening to his death metal. The CD is out now, the LP will be out in mid-June.
SLIGHT SLAPPERS - "Will the Sun Shine Again" LP
This is the original Tokyo Power Violence band, continuing their audio onslaught for over 16 years! They laid to waste the two Fiesta Grande festivals that they played in the state, continue to just destroy live shows across Japan. This is the long-awaited 2nd LP, and returns to their manic-thrash style of the classic "Change" Ep released on MCR in the early 90s.
SOCIETY OF FRIENDS - LP.
All brand new songs from Austin's best kept secret. Every time I've seen these guys they have floored me. Insane hardcore that is hard to describe...it lies somewhere between the driving fury of BLACK FLAG and the complex song structures of MAN IS THE BASTARD. Speed picking is the key to understanding the beauty of SOCIETY OF FRIENDS.
SPITFIRE - Collection CD
This is an old Sapporo band from 1986-1989. Amazing hardcore that reminds me old DC or Southern California style hardcore. While other Japanese cities were the focus of the international punk scene in the 80s, Sapporo was over-looked, and most of the bands that existed then only released demo cassettes. I was fortunate enough to hear these guys, and I immediately thought of releasing this as a way to shed light on an over-looked, yet awesome old hardcore scene. This will compile SPITIFRE's 5 song demo (rough quality that I love-straight from the cassette!) plus a few different sound board live recordings that feature songs not on the demo. I've also decided to throw on some CD-ROM footage of them playing in 1987, its fucking amazing. This is my favorite kind of release to do, and Im super excited to do this SPITFIRE collection.
THEY LIVE - LP
Finally, after talking about this fucker for 4-5 years, they have recorded it! Im fucking stoked man! THEY LIVE is the perfect blend of US style fastcore (ala INFEST) mixed with influences of international hardcore. Their debut EP on 625 is still one of my favs, and seeing em live last summer nearly tore me a new one. The most god-awful cover art you had ever seen to boot!
V/A - California Thrash Demolition - CD
A 72 minute CD comp that not only compiles 18 NEW submission from all over California, but also contains all 3 of the now sold-out comp EPs that covered Socal and Norcal. Here is a complete list of bands including those bands who appeared on the EP versions and gave extra tracks for the CD: BROKEN NEEDLE, BLOODY PHOENIX, DESTRUCTIONS END, FIND HIM AND KILL HIM (+extra tracks), FUNERAL SHOCK (+ extra tracks!), GIANT HAYSTACKS, HARRY BALZAGNA AND THE TEENIE WEENIES (+extra tracks), HOSTILE TAKEOVER, HUE&CRY, LOVE SONGS, OUR TURN (+extra tracks), SCURVY DOGS, SEDCOND OPINION, THIEVERY, WALKING WRECK, YOU'RE NEXT, SHARP KNIFE, DYSTROPHY, VOETSEK, SCHOLASTIC DETH, LAB RATS, ELEPHANT MAN, DELTA FORCE, DEADFALL, LIGHTS OUT, UZI SUICIDE, BRUTAL DEATH, LOOK BACK AND LAUGH, DESOLATION, THIS IS MY FIST, CASE OF EMERGENCY, LOW THREAT PROFILE, OUT OF VOGUE, YOUTH RIOT, BURN YOUR BRIDGES, HIT ME BACK and APATHETIC YOUTH. Holy shit man.......Cali is fucking ON FIRE!
EURO THRASH RETRIBUTION Comp CD
A barrage of current high-speed hardcore, grindcore and punk bands from all over Europe, including: KNIFED, CINDER, FxPxO, BIZARRE X, DESTROYER, INFANTICIDE, POINTING FINGER, MIHOEN, SEE YOU IN HELL, plus tons more! A solid sampling of various scenes from Macedonia to Sweden, from Czech Republic to England. Limited to 1000, comes in a digipak with fold out insert.
JAPAN THRASH REVOLUTION - Comp CD
This time around the fastcore optic swings over to Japan, compiling some of the fiercest and craziest of the new breed of Japanese thrash/fast/grind/hardcore punk, such as: MIND OF ASIAN, BREED, BRUTAL TERRORISM, WORLD DOWNFALL, STAN HANSEN, LOW VISION, PACKS 8, GAMY and many others.
V/A Mosh Circle Jerk Punks - Comp Lp
A crazed Japanese comp featuring IDOL PUNCH, RAZORS EDGE, TOMORROW, and BBQ CHICKEN. 16 songs of high energy Japanese thrash/punk. Released earlier this year by Thrash On Life Records on CD.
EPS AND 2XEPs
9 CURVE EP
Fast paced Japanese hardcore influenced by crossover thrash....ripping leads and ripping riffs, still played like a HC thrash band. Members went on to WE MUST BURN (watch for upcoming demo EP out soon!)
50/50 - Debut EP
Brutal fucking skate-induced grind/powerviolence. Rising from the ashes of MACHINEGUN ROMANTICS and KNUCKLESCRAPER, 50/50 fuse brutal guttural fastcore with the intensity of a smith-grind on backyard pool coping. This is the soundtrack to a Jesse Martinez fist-fight down an the Venice boardwalk.
CHARM - EP
After a few years on hiatus, one of the most manic Tokyo distort-bands have returned. This picks up where their HITO ep left off, blistering fast, cranked guitars, fucking 100% ballistic tokyo thrash. Their live shows are infamous, and one of the few bands that can reproduce that energy on record as well. 10 songs in all from two different sessions, with a COC cover to boot.
CRUCIAL SECTION / HIT ME BACK Split Tour EP
A perfect match. CxSx lays down 3 speedcore tracks, returning to the straight forward thrash of their earlier releases. HxMxB follow suit with 3 songs that clock in under 3 minutes. Released in support of their West Coast Tour 2006.
DOMESTIK DOKTRIN - EP
Hailing from Indonesia, DD play ultra fast hardcore with original/challenging lyrics and a strong DIY ethic. If this band was from the US they would have had offers coming out the wing-wang.....but since they have only put out a few rehearsal tapes, most people do not even know who they are. Seeing live pictures of this band reminded me of LIFES HALT shows! These guys are incredible, and they represent the new breed of thrash bands that are coming out of SE Asia.
FAR LEFT LIMIT EP
Aussies going fucking ape-shit......fast hardcore that has a little youth crew influence. One of the best bands I've heard from Australia in years...if they were from the US they would have had 4 lps out by now. This was going to be a split LP with DEADSTARE but they broke up before it happened.
FUDGE / TOTSUGEKI SENSYA Split EpGunma City hardcore fighters! FUDGE rip through 3 songs of blistering traditional Japanese hardcore, full off shouted choruses, rocking licks and gravel vocals. TxSx play straight forward crust/thrash with a nice and raw recording. Putting Gunma on the map!
I QUIT! - EP
Super original, fast hardcore from Sweden....their approach reminds me of something like RAPED TEENAGERS or DIE KRUEZEN. Quirky time changes, unusual riffs, but still blazing fast! 8 songs in all.
LETS GROW - EP
Rad fast youth crew from Serbia...reminds me of FEEDING THE FIRE or POINT OF FEW..both with the speed and the challenging lyrics. They are just one of many new fast DIY hardcore bands coming from the Croatia/Serbia area. Limited to 750 so get it now or whine when all your friends are talking about how Yugo-core is the shiznit.
LORDS OF LIGHT - EP
This is some seriously fucked up 3 man grindcore. The follow up to their debut LP from a few years back this is unstoppable blasting grindcore from the Pac Northwest. Smoke some crack and feel the light.
NEVER CONFORM - Debut EP
This Ep has been in the making for 14 years, seriously! NEVER CONFORM (from Sapporo) originally existed in 1988 and was inspired by the fast HC bands coming out of Europe at the time. They only played a few live shows and when they broke up, they only had a few rehearsal tapes recorded. They recently got back together and got in the studio to record 6 songs....and fans of HERESY, RIPCORD and SOB will flip for this.
ROSENBOMBS - Debut EP
Wicked-fast SIEGE style hardcore from this brand new and young Bay Area 4 piece. Total 1000mph hardcore that takes INFEST/SIEGE/CROSSED OUT as their cue. This is the new breed.
THIS IS MY FIST/GIANT HAYSTACKS - Split EP
Finally this record sees the light of day!! Years in the making (literally), this slab documents two of the best punk bands in the Bay Area at the moment. On one side you got GIANTS HAYSTACKS who deliver politically charged MINUTEMEN-style abrasiveness, while on the other side THIS MY FIST kick down their own brand of anthemic pissed off punk. A testament to the vitality of the Bay Area punk scene.(On 625-Not-So-Fast)