Current Comfort have unveiled their latest single, “Live For Leaving,” a track centered on emotional closure, personal power, and the complicated aftermath of unresolved conflict. The new song explores the mindset of someone who repeatedly walks away from situations — whether relationships, confrontations, or personal struggles — as a means of reclaiming control. According to the band, the concept stemmed from a simple phrase that quickly evolved into a deeper reflection on emotional fallout and acceptance. Discussing the meaning behind the track, the band shared: “The term ‘Live For Leaving’ is simply that, someone that lives for leaving either a…
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Gold-certified melodic metalcore veterans Atreyu have continued forging ahead since parting ways with frontman Alex Varkatzas in 2020, with drummer Brandon Saller taking over lead vocal duties alongside bassist Marc “Porter” McKnight. While Varkatzas went on to form Dead Icarus, the band has remained active, releasing two albums with Saller and McKnight at the mic and preparing a third, ‘The End Is Not The End’, set for April 24. Despite the band’s ongoing output, some fans continue to call for a reunion with Varkatzas — a subject Saller addressed candidly during a recent appearance on Chris Garza’s The Garza Podcast.…
Hardcore project Experience have confirmed they will proceed with the release of their debut EP following the recent arrest of former guitarist Brady Ebert. Ebert — previously known for his time in Turnstile — was arrested last week after allegedly attempting to run over the father of Turnstile vocalist Brendan Yates. The incident quickly drew widespread attention across the hardcore community and marked another turbulent chapter surrounding the guitarist in recent weeks. Prior to the arrest, Ebert had resurfaced musically through multiple new ventures. Among them was The S.E.T., a project he helped write material for before its debut release…
Metallic hardcore outfit Torena have returned with a new single titled “Extinction,” now streaming via DAZE. Hailing from Oxnard, CA, the band teamed up with producer Taylor Young (Twitching Tongues) for the track, which was recorded at The Pit Recording Studio in Sunland, CA. Known for his deep ties to the hardcore scene both as a musician and producer, Young’s involvement continues to position Torena within the modern wave of aggressive West Coast hardcore. The release arrives as Torena are currently on the road for a West Coast headlining run alongside German hardcore act Peace Of Mind, with several additional…
Post-metal collective The Ocean have unveiled a newly released live video capturing their performance of “Oligocene,” taken from their ‘Phanerozoic II’ era. The footage was filmed during the band’s 2022 European tour alongside LLNN and Playgrounded, offering a look back at a pivotal period for the group prior to major lineup changes that followed in subsequent years. The performance highlights the expansive atmosphere and dynamic intensity that defined The Ocean’s live presentation during that touring cycle. Since that time, the band embarked on their ‘End Of An Eon’ tour, a run that ultimately marked the departure of several longtime members.…
Melodic hardcore newcomers Good Teal have added a bold new cover to their live repertoire, taking on Rage Against The Machine’s iconic protest anthem “Killing In The Name” during a recent hometown-area performance. Fan-filmed footage has surfaced from the band’s April 3rd show at Blkbrn in Highland Park, NJ, capturing their high-energy rendition of the politically charged 1992 track. The performance also served a dual purpose, as Good Teal used the set as part of filming for an upcoming music video, with additional details expected to be revealed soon. More than three decades after its original release, “Killing In The…
Hardcore heavyweights Incendiary and Comeback Kid have been announced as co-headliners for the 2026 edition of the ‘Within These Walls’ festival, set to take place September 19 at The Nile Theater in Mesa, AZ. The one-day event will once again spotlight a stacked lineup rooted in hardcore and metalcore, blending established genre veterans with rising underground acts. Organizers have assembled a diverse bill spanning multiple eras and styles of heavy music. Notably, the appearance will mark Incendiary’s first-ever performance in the state of Arizona. Lineup Tickets for the 2026 installment of ‘Within These Walls’ will go on sale Friday, April…
NYHC veterans Madball are preparing to return with their long-awaited tenth studio album, confirming plans for a spring release titled ‘Not Your Kingdom’. The record will serve as the follow-up to 2018’s ‘For The Cause’ and will once again arrive via Nuclear Blast. While fans have faced a longer-than-expected wait between albums, vocalist Freddy Cricien recently revealed that production setbacks — including dissatisfaction with the initial mix — contributed to the delay. Speaking during an interview with HardLore, Cricien shared early details about the direction and presentation of the new material: “It’s called ‘Not Your Kingdom’. And I predict that…
British nü-metal/electro-punk duo Wargasm have unveiled a new live performance video for “Venom,” captured during their September 28th show at Outernet in London, England. The performance comes as the band continue work on their upcoming sophomore album, offering fans a preview of their explosive live energy while new studio material remains in progress. The full concert from that evening was livestreamed and has now been prepared for an official release titled ‘Live In London 2025’. The complete set will arrive on digital streaming platforms this Friday, April 10. Fans looking for a physical edition can also pre-order a vinyl pressing…
Polyphia guitarist Tim Henson spent the Easter weekend exploring a new musical direction, sharing a performance of the hymn-inspired piece “He Is Risen” while showcasing his developing slide guitar technique. The instrumental clip highlights a different side of Henson’s playing, as the technically acclaimed guitarist experimented with slide phrasing — a style not typically associated with his modern progressive approach. The performance takes inspiration from the traditional hymn of the same name, long connected to Easter celebrations and interpreted by countless musicians over the years. According to Henson, the venture into slide guitar is still in its early stages, and…
