Band Spotlight - RESERVING DIRTNAPS

RESERVING DIRTNAPS is a band that can best be described as a sonic wrecking ball.  I first heard this band a couple years ago and was impressed by their uniquely heavy metallic hardcore approach.  Since then they have gone on to drop multiple releases that are of the highest quality.  In fact, they just released a collaboration with the legendary TOM SKEEMASK.  For reference, check this song out:




Since their formation, the Memphis, TN unit has managed to make a sizeable impact on heavy music and I had to learn more.  I sat down recently with Paul/Brandon and they gave me the lowdown on RESERVING DIRTNAPS.........

When did the idea for Reserving Dirtnaps come about?

Paul: Me and Josh, who played bass with me in Clenched Fist, had been jamming around for a few years before the first Reserving Dirtnaps EP came out in March 2014. We had linked up with various people along the way but mostly it was just the two of us. We went through a lot of phases I guess you’d say, like “what exactly do we want to do?” It’s funny how when you start a band everything is on the table and you think you’re gonna change the world and be like the one true mystical band that is all things to all people. Like you just so happen to have the key that no one else has. Eventually everything got whittled down to just being a good hardcore band and fuck everything else.

When did Reserving Dirtnaps form and who is in the lineup?

Paul: When I asked Brandon to come out and do vocals in summer of 2013, that’s when we realized we had our guy. Brandon had always come out to Clenched Fist shows and danced hard and we were friends, but he had never been in a band or anything. I didn’t know he wanted to be in a band and just had never thought to ask him. Turns out he did want to be in a band, so we were in luck. At the time Josh was playing drums out of necessity, so Brandon asked his friend Rob who had played with bands like Dead City and That Was Then to come out and play drums in November 2013. And it came together pretty quickly once Rob showed up and we were able to get our first EP out by March of the next year. Josh and Rob had to answer to life at the end of 2017 and aren’t in the band anymore, but so much of where we are now is due to them and we could possibly be a completely different band today if it hadn’t been for their contributions. They are phenomenal musicians who really knew how to get the best out of a song. Brandon and I hope to continue down that road with Zach Callis, who used to be in Inrage, on drums, and Aaron Winter on bass. Aaron used to be in a pretty good sized band from Memphis called Few Left Standing. They had two records, Regeneration of Self and Wormwood, that I still listen to this very day.

How long did it take for you guys to starting playing shows?

Brandon: After I joined the band in the summer of 2013, there was about 8 months until we played our first show. In that time, we finished the 5 songs that are on the first self-titled EP, recorded a demo of those songs that no one has ever heard, recorded the real EP of those songs with Rob on drums, and then played our first two shows in March of 2014. Our second show was with Clenched Fist, Lifeless, Criminal Instinct, and some other bands so we kicked it off strong.

Paul: After years of fucking off with very little hope or direction, it was really cool how quickly things came together once we got Brandon and Rob in the mix.

Some of you guys have had other bands.  Does the experience in those other bands play a role in how you approach Reserving Dirtnaps?  

Paul: Yeah, and that’s a good question. The best band situations are when everyone is on the same page and everyone is just jacked up to be doing it. So I’m not going to play in any band unless everyone is ten toes down for the band, the song, the part, whatever it may be. That’s why it took us so long to get off the ground. It took getting Brandon in the fold and then getting Rob in the fold to match the fire that Josh and I had. When you have that, and we have been lucky enough to maintain that with Aaron and Zach, then the sky is the limit. 

Reserving Dirtnaps has a uniquely heavy sound.  What are some musical influences you guys might have?

Brandon: Man, so many artists but off the top of my head everything from Merauder to Motorhead to Ice T.

For a band like Reserving Dirtnaps I like vocals that are belligerent so I think of a mixture of Obituary, Napalm Death, and All Out War. I listen to a lot of music that use the more death metal/grindcore vocal style but I try to keep things fairly distinguishable as opposed to just animal noises. Terrorizer World Downfall level intensity.

Within the world of Memphis: Clenched Fist, Dead City, and all the Memphis rap. There are too many to mention but Tom Skeemask, Tommy Wright III, Skinny Pimp, Lord Infamous, 2 Low Key, Dj Sound, etc. I think anything that just has that attitude or vibe that makes you feel like being wild and destroying shit.

To achieve the Reserving Dirtnaps mindset scream along to “Inner Conflict” by Carnivore hard enough that you black out at the wheel, then wake up before crashing. You are now ready.

Paul: Madball

Does being from Memphis play a role in how you approach Reserving Dirtnaps?

Paul: Memphis is everything to me. Everything we do is for Memphis. At the end of it all the best compliment we could ever get is “you guys held it down for Memphis and made Memphis relevant in this stupid world of hardcore.” Lotta agents won’t book here and fuck them. We’ll just keep it a secret about all the bands who come through and get paid their guarantee on a fucking Tuesday and have a banging show to boot and a chill environment with fire ass food. Try to keep Memphis a secret, you can’t do it.

Brandon: Being from Memphis makes me take little for granted, and it also isolates us from a lot of trends and other things that would erase some of our sound. But it isolates our band from a lot of places and bands so we really have to make an effort to go outside the city and region because at the end of the day we are a live band. We started this band to have a set and play shows. Lately we have had some luck so hopefully we can keep the momentum. Just having that drive and desire to keep pushing through the daily struggle of chasing a dream is Memphis all day. 

Reserving Dirtnaps seems to be getting great show opportunities lately.  What does the future hold?  Any specific plans?

Brandon: We have a tape release show coming up March 3 for “Look at Us Wrong…” with Tom Skee, Revenge Season, Paper Trail, and Watchdogs. March 9-12 we will be going on a short run through Arkansas, Texas, and Louisiana. Another Memphis show with Die Young in April.

Just recently found out we will be playing CT’s fest Mutants of the Monster in Little Rock – June 15. Super stacked lineup Full of Hell, Gatecreeper, Terminal Nation, Deadbird, and Reserving Dirtnaps plus Tom Skee doing his two songs from “Look at Us Wrong…”. That will be some real shit for sure. Then we are supposed to go back to Texas in July for Hard Times.  

Paul: In the time since Brandon typed his answer, it’s been confirmed that Hoods are coming through May 16 and we’re playing that too. That’ll be fun. Haven’t seen Mike in a minute. 

So that collaboration with Tom Skeemask is H-A-R-D.  How did that come about?  It seems like such an unlikely mash up.  

Brandon: We played a show with Tom Skeemask and Tommy Wright III one time and Tom Skee mentioned doing a song with us. Paul and Tom ironed out some details and then one night we were playing a show and Tom came and rapped over the end of the “Reserving Dirtnaps” track. It was really cool because no one at the show knew that we had planned to do this, so right when the breakdown hit after the gang shout, Tom just stepped out and started rapping. It was crazy man. So after that there were more conversations about actually recording something and eventually it all happened. The EP “Look at Us Wrong…” is on Bandcamp, Spotify, Amazon, and Apple Music. Tapes are available on the Bandcamp.

Paul: This collaboration is always something I wanted to do, and I would have made it work with anyone who was willing, but Tom was in the short list of guys that I knew would be a perfect fit. I’m so thankful that we were able to do this. If I died tomorrow I’d be a happy man.

What are some other bands people should check out?

Brandon: Queensway, Eternal Sleep, Gatecreeper, Full of Hell, Absolute Suffering, Mammoth Grinder, Terminal Nation YALL KNOW THE BIZNESS

Paul: Thief’s Hand from Memphis is in the process of getting a record done and I’m looking forward to that. Also check out Dawn Patrol, great trashy stuff from the greatest city on earth.

Is there anything else you would like to plug?

Brandon: Shout out to all the real folks out there in this crazy world supporting music and art. Life is rough at times and the camaraderie of being at a show with friends is always one of my favorite things. Excited to see where we will all be in a year. 

Huge thanks to Paul and Brandon for this interview.  Make sure to hit up one of their upcoming gigs if you are in the area.  You can learn more by checking these out:


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Introducing: JOHN ROSEMONTE

"I ain't afraid to be a wanted man."

This credo from John Rosemonte perfectly sums up the attitude behind his uniquely tough brand of music.  Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, John Rosemonte is poised to burst on to the music scene with his hard as nails "Deathbed Blues."  Combining elements of outlaw country, delta blues, and more, John has created a musical monster that is sure to make waves in the near future.  John was kind enough to let us premier his new track "Down to the River" and even granted us an interview.  Read on to gain some insight on your new favorite singer/songwriter..

Tell me about John Rosemonte.   Introduce yourself to the world.

I'm just a blue collar, working class dude, from North Phoenix. I make Soulful, bluesy, country music for outlaws and outcasts alike.


What is your mission?

My mission is to enrich the lives of the impoverished and imprisoned people of the world. I stand for working class people. My mission is to smash the false dichotomy. I exist to offend the "right" and the "left" equally. From anti-gun right slacktivists, to dickheads who support the drug war, and mass incarceration. My mission is to be me.


What is the DEATHBED BLUES?

Death bed blues is everything. Death bed blues is the combination of my Styles mainly, but it's also my motto. It's the lyric style, the lifestyle, and the eclectic blend of genres that I was raised with. My mother was a traveling gospel singer since the age of 16, my grandpa was a traveling country singer in his younger days, and in the seventies my dad was a DJ, a funk bassist, and a saxophone player; but he spent my whole life playing piano and singing in the church. Growing up with so many different influences, like funk, soul, country, gospel, etc. You end up appreciating all music. That, plus the way that I grew up, is what brought about Deathbed Blues.

When did you start writing these songs?

I started writing these songs in November of 2016.


Who are these songs for?

These songs are for me in a sense, but they are mainly for people like me. People who value their struggle, and the way that it's shaped them. I don't believe in class warfare, my music is for everyone. But I think the people who will relate to it the most are the societal outcasts and modern outlaws of the world.


Who/what are some of your influences?

I was raised around so much music that I basically try to combine a little bit of everything that's remotely similar. From
James Brown to Johnny Cash. Merle Haggard, and Muddy Waters, Anthony Hamilton and Chris Stapleton. Credence Clearwater Revival and Sly and the Family Stone were the two biggest influences from my mom and Dad.


When can we expect a proper release?

By the summer of 2017, deathbed blues will be ready for the world.


Shows?

The goal is to have a grandiose first show, somewhere fancy, by the end of summer or early fall.


If you and Donald Trump were locked in a room together for 1 hour, what would happen? 

Honestly man, as much as I hate the guy, I would have a discussion with him. I'd try to plead with him, and appeal to any empathy he may have. I'd simply do my best to persuade him to do what the people want him to do.


Tell me about the benefits of a lawless society.

Well first, there can be no lawless society. Even the jungle has its rules. In a society without central government, might makes right, just like in the animal kingdom. There will always be a power vacuum.  The beauty of that is that the only masters, are the men you can't defeat. For people like me who have no desire for conquest, we can do whatever we want, with the only worry being our immediate safety. It has inherently more responsibility. But it's the only true form of freedom.

Is there anything you would like to plug?

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Record Review: EASY MONEY - "RULES OF THE GAME"

Artist: Easy Money

Title: Rules of the Game

Label: Beatdown Hardware

Reviewed by: Jeff 

In early 2016, Arizona's Easy Money unleashed their debut record Midas Touch and quickly became one of the most talked about bands in hardcore.  One of the main things that sets them apart from their peers is their blatant disregard for trends and preconceived notions of what hardcore should sound/look like.  This is a band that 100% does their OWN thing and honestly it's quite refreshing.  Thankfully, this continues on Rules of the Game. 

Much like their debut, Rules of the Game is chock full of groove oriented metallic hardcore that forms the core of the bands sound.   However, Easy Money successfully EXPANDS on that sound this time around by adding elements of grunge and stoner rock to the fray.  A great example of this is the opening track entitled "The Score".   This song starts with a riff that wouldn't sound out of place on a Bulldoze record then immediately transitions into a straight up Black Sabbath/Saviours sounding stoner part directly into a Trapped Under Ice-ish groove part.  This all takes place within the first 35 seconds of the record!  In my opinion, these quick transitions are one of the key ingredients to Easy Money's sound.  Right when you get comfortable, they frequently change things up out of nowhere.  This makes for a fun record that warrants repeated listens.  Another highlight is "Easy Target" which features a guest spot by Eric Hula.  This track continues their newly established stoner rock influence and mixes it with grunge and hardcore in a really cool way.  Additionally, Rules of the Game features some HARD mosh parts that are sure to go over well in a live setting(my favorite is the one that happens at 2:15 during "The Score").

Another enjoyable element of this record is the production quality.  The instruments and vocals are impeccably mixed so they ALL have a big impact on the record.  Oftentimes, hardcore records are recorded/mixed in a way that doesn't properly represent all of the instruments.  This is especially common with newer bands.  Thankfully, Rules of the Game doesn't fall prey to this.  Beyond that, this record is a short enough that it doesn't wear out its welcome.  

VERDICT-  Easy Money pulled out all the stops with Rules of the Game.  They took some risks by adding new elements to their core sound and it paid off.  They did this while still staying true to the sound that propelled them to their current position.  All in all, I would highly recommend checking this record out.  

Top Tracks - THE WHOLE FUCKIN' THING

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Record Review - TTNG - "disappointment island'

Artist: This Town Needs Guns (TTNG)

Title: Disappointment Island

Label: Sargent House Records

Release Date: 7/08/16

Reviewer: Reilly Shazam

"It's best we part, I am broken and no good for you..." TTNG's 2016 release Disappointment Island ends on such a beautifully somber note, a genuine tear-jerker. The closing song on the record "Empty Palms" is a truly captivating meditation on bittersweet nostalgia and growing apart from loved ones. The honesty with which Henry "Hank" Tremain composes lyrics is a perfect compliment to the beautiful and slightly morose instrumentals. This record is a perfect balance of upbeat, poppy, technical, and honest expression. It quickly became my favorite record of 2016. For this article, I'm going to explore the tracks that stick out most to me but I can't stress enough that there are no bad songs on the record.

The album opens with Coconut Crab. It's definitely one of the more fun tracks on the record. The lyrics are deal with the frustration of writers block or feeling a certain futility in writing at all. This slight irony is a fitting start to the record. Dealing with writers block by writing about having writers block. Wait is that ironic or redundant? Or both? It's been a while since ENG-102, so cut me some slack English majors. 

The 3rd track on Disappointment Island, Consoling Ghosts has some of the most interesting vocal melodies and chord changes I've heard in a while. The opening bass chords accompanying the first few vocal lines make for a delightfully peaceful yet somewhat somber atmosphere. When the drums and guitar abruptly kick in, the bass switches roles from lead to support as the guitar and vocal melodies shift and change keys setting an almost uneasy yet strangely soothing mood for the song. Definitely one of my personal favorite tracks on the album. The line "Meet me behind closed eyes..." sticks out to me as a profound expression of missing someone you lost(in the context of the song, specifically lost to suicide). This track is very personal, involved, beautiful, and truly some of TTNG's best work to date.

I could probably talk up the whole record but I think Disappointment Island is best explained by sitting down and listening to the album in its entirety.

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Band Spotlight - BLACK SUN

Greetings!  This installment of our Band Spotlight series features Arizona's own BLACK SUN.  BLACK SUN plays a unique brand of darkly melodic alternative/rock and have been actively playing shows for roughly a year.  I typically don't like bands who play this genre but BLACK SUN blew me away with their first recording and I've been a fan since.  This is a great song to check out if you are unfamiliar:



Over the past few months they have shared the stage with HAVE MERCY, SILVER SNAKES, GOLDENGOAT, and more.  These shows in combination with their recordings have garnered them a loyal following for being such a new band.  I reached out to their bassist/vocalist Christopher White and he kindly answered some questions.  Without further adieu:

When did the idea for Black Sun come about?

After my last band had come to an end in 2013, I got this intense wave of motivation and inspiration. I was writing music every day, and needed to do something with it. One night I got an invite to a bonfire, where I was introduced to Tyler by a mutual friend, and things took off from there. He introduced me to Logan, and we clicked immediately. When we started writing, our sounds came together really well.  

When did Black Sun form and who is in the lineup?

We formed in Spring of 2014. Tyler and Logan play guitar, Zack plays drums, I sing and play bass guitar. 

How long did it take for you guys to starting playing shows?

It took us a while to get to that point. We didn't play our first show until January 2016. We are very particular about our sound, and took almost a year to experiment and dial in the sound we were looking for. It also didn't help that I was deployed to the Middle East for most of 2015. That set us back a bit, and I am thankful the guys were willing to put things on hold until I returned. 

Black Sun is a musical departure from your guy's previous bands.  What are some of the influences?

We all came into this band with an open mindset, and tried not to corner ourselves sonically. That is probably my favorite thing about the way we operate. We all come from different musical backgrounds, and are down to entertain a new element or wild idea. Nothing is off limits. The flip side of that is reigning it in and keeping our sound focused. We draw a lot of inspiration from bands like Failure, Hum, O'Brother, as well as our friends in Cloakroom and Silver Snakes.

What is the writing process like for Black Sun?

Oh man. I don't know where to start. First of all, Tyler writes more music than any human I've ever met. He is a walking riff factory. He's constantly sending me song ideas or guitar parts to work with. Tyler and Logan both have a knack for writing profound guitar parts, which I struggle to do. I enjoy taking their initial idea and helping develop it into a song. I try to write vocal parts while guitars are being written. It feels more organic and honest that way. 

We cut more songs than we keep. I'd say we've scrapped at least 30 viable songs to this point. We try to filter out all the bullshit before we bring songs to Zack. When we are in a rut, or stuck on something, he has a way of taking an okay song and make it a banger. He is definitely the filter we run all of our ideas through. The voice of reason in our band, so to speak. It's actually nice not having one primary songwriter. We all pull our own weight, and work our ass off to make it work. Everyone brings a unique element to our sound, and it definitely takes all four of us to get song to where we want it.

Some of you guys have been in other bands.  Does that experience play a role in how you guys approach Black Sun?

Absolutely. All of us have played in other bands, with extremely talented people. I think as we've grown older, we all got to a point where we wanted to make things as simple as possible. To cut the bullshit and make music we enjoy, regardless of what anyone else thinks of it. We spend very little energy concerning ourselves with who wrote what, how it will be received, or being distracted by a new wave or trend that comes and goes. 

You are currently active duty military.  Has this affected Black Sun?  If so, how?

That has been a huge challenge for us. I think they would agree that the year I was deployed was the most difficult time for us as a band. I left on a few days notice, and it threw a huge wrench in our plans. We were in the studio when I received the call telling me I fly out in 3 days. I had just finished tracking bass, and had to wait until I came back to lay down vocals for the EP. The distance and time created some uncertainty and tension, at least in my mind. But the guys were understanding and supportive. I'm insanely thankful for them. Balancing fatherhood, military life, and music is challenging. I'm sure you can relate, as a father and former military member. It's hard work to keep a band active, even without those additional factors. My wife is the most supportive and selfless person I know. She does so much to enable me to do what I love. 

What are some future plans for Black Sun?

We just finished tracking our next album. Now we wait! The goal is to release early this summer, but there's no solid date yet. 

What are some other bands we should check out? 

I'm really upset right now, because my favorite Arizona band called it quits (RIP SUNSHOWER). It's a shame that band didn't receive the attention they deserve. Goldengoat is doing cool things, super talented guys. I'm a big fan of their music. Also check out our friends in Woundvac, Cloakroom, Silver Snakes and UGLY.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Thank you to Culture Thrash for reaching out to us and asking us to be a part of this!

Huge thanks to Chris and BLACK SUN for making great music and taking the time to answer some questions.   Here are some of their pages you need peep:  
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EIGHTEEN FUCKING VISIONS

18Visions is BACK???

Earlier today a literal metalcore BOMB was dropped on the internet.  A couple members of the pioneering metalcore turned rock band 18 VISIONS posted this on social media:

Based on this announcement, one can assume new songs will be released in the near future.  Hopefully this means shows as well!!  We are really hoping they go back to their heavier roots with these new tunes, but are happy just to know they are making music again.

For those who don't know, 18 Visions formed in the late 90's and had a TREMENDOUS impact on heavy music.  They eventually broke up in the mid-2000's but were way ahead of their time in both sound and aesthetic.  They never made the same record twice and oftentimes polarized listeners with their records.  In fact, they are largely responsible for "fashion oriented" heavy bands becoming popular.  Beyond that, their brutal mix of metal, hardcore, and rock influenced legions of bands across the musical spectrum.  Chances are if you are newer to heavy music, a gateway band that you like was either influenced by or friends with 18 Visions.  Anyways, here are some 18 Visions songs that will serve as a great introduction to a great band.  These are also some of our favorites.  For those already familiar with 18 Visions, let the nostalgia flow.  What are YOUR favorite 18v songs?



Song: "She Looks Good in Velvet"
Record: Until the Ink Runs Out

Song: "One Hell of a Prizefighter"
Record: Vanity

Song: "Tower of Snakes"
Record: Obsession

Song: "Motionless and White"
Record: Best of

Song: "Victim"
Record: Self Titled

Band Spotlight - MAL INTENT

When I think of current Chicago hardcore bands, the first to come to mind is MAL INTENT.  They recently dropped a record called "Cycles of Terror" and it absolutely SSSSMMMAAAAASSSSHHHHHHEEEESSSSS.  This band has been putting in some serious work and have recently played shows with the likes of Expire, Bracewar, Weekend Nachos, and more.  They are one of the best newer bands I've listened to and the attention they have garnered so far is extremely well deserved.  With that in mind, I reached out to their vocalist Jon Ortiz and he kindly answered some questions for Culture Thrash.  Check it out:

When did the idea for Mal Intent come about?  

I had been out of a band for a few months after leaving Warhound and I was starting to lose my mind haha I really missed playing and making music. I knew what I wanted to do with this band and it was solely to just play with friends and all in all just have fun with it. 

When did Mal Intent form and who is in the lineup? 

Mal Intent formed back in mid 2013. Its myself on the mic, Pedro on drums, Kyle on guitar, Serg on guitar and Anchit on Bass. 

How long did it take for you guys to starting playing shows? 

Honestly not long at all haha we only had 3 songs written and my good friend G from Bodybag hit us up to play with Nasty. I texted the guys and was like you dudes want to do this show? and everyone was down right away. Crazy ass first show lol the lineup was Nasty, CDC, No Zodiac (That Population Control shit!), I.E.D and Silverhammer. 

When I first heard Mal Intent, I thought you guys sounded like a mix of Weekend Nachos, Stout, and Taste The Steel. After more listens I feel like that description might be a bit limiting. You guys have much more going on musically. What are some of the musical and lyrical influences for Mal Intent? 

I love all those bands so to hear that is fucking sick! Musically were all over the place honestly and thats why I think the band sounds the way it does. Musically we all listen to different shit from Migos to Built Upon Frustration to Pig Destroyer to Sabbath. Lyrically for me i always loved the rawness from Product of Waste (RIP T) he had it all in my opinion, that band was perfect. Taste The Steel def influenced the lyical content and delivery on Cycles Of Terror. I've been listening to Taste The Steel for the last 6 maybe 7 years and I feel they're completely underrated. They really make you think and question what's going on in the world and not be afraid to let people know what you think about the government. Seeing them 3 times last year made me appreciate that band more and more.  Outside of music just everyday shit, working at a job that you know is a dead end, scraping by every step of the way just to make ends meet, shitty people we see and know exist, the government and the world. I don't believe you should write about shit you haven't experienced or aren't passionate about. 

Some of you guys have had other bands. Does the experience in those other bands play a role in how you approach Mal Intent? 

 Absolutely, we don't intend to take this band on the road to much. Were just 5 close friends who want to make music. If people like what were doing and we can make it out to different places once in a while, were all for that. 

Does being from Chicago affect your band? How so? 

 I think so. Theres alot of history in the city of Chicago with not only the Hardcore scene but on a more different scale. Chicago is beautiful but its also fucked up in terms of violence. Innocent people are murdered it seems like almost everyday and the way the media feeds it to the people is making it more into a desensitizing factor for people not directly involved or not from the city. I'm not a hard dude and I don't present myself that way, I acknowledge whats going on in this city and that shit isnt cool. Some days you dont even know if youre going to make it home from your job or school because shit can happen at any moment. All of that goes into our songs. 

What does the future hold for Mal Intent? Any specific plans? 

 We got a little 4 day tiny mini tour to NY and back at toward the end of Feb. We plan on recording 2-3 new songs for a split in April and plan on realeasing another full length sometime this year. 

What are some other bands people should check out?  

Ok, first and fucking foremost The Killer (if you do not know this band, you're fucking up hard), Bitter Thoughts, Bodybag, Detain, Inferno, Breaking Wheel, Purgatory, No Victory, Penitentiary, Blood In Blood Out, Infamy,  Numb, Silverhammer, Queensway, Invoke, Vatican, Judiciary, Human Garbage, Upright, Kharma, Absent Mind, Counterweight, Sarin, Laid 2 Rest, Shame, Division of Mind, Trail Of Lies, Of Feather and Bone, Easy Money, Seperated, Life After Death, No Reason To Live, Vein, Lifeless, Time Walk, Enemy Mind, Inferno, Creepout, Detriment, Heavens Die and THREE KNEE FUCKING DEEP. Also want to add one of the heaviest bands of all time, Primitive Man! I have to end it there because I will seriously keep listing bands haha 

Is there anything else you would like to plug? 

When it comes to your scene, the people in your life, your beliefs... stick close to them. Do whatever you can to make positive impacts where ever you go because you only have one life and a very limited time here so do the most.  

Thank you to you and Culture Thrash for asking me to be apart of this!

AND shout out to CHICAGO, INDIANA and MILWAUKEE HARDCORE. 

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