Melodic Hardcore Archives

Introducing: Paperweight

I’m proud to announce and introduce you to the new version of the band Paperweight. Zack McKim formerly of the band Take It Back! has joined Paperweight as their new lead vocalist. The melodic punk/hardcore band is currently working on new songs in the studio and will release something later this year. Follow them on facebook here and you can check out a few live videos on their page. … Continued →

Household - Distant Truth (Part 1) + Pre Orders for new "Split" Release With Infinite Me

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Household have unveiled their brand new song and first in 2 years titled “Distant Truth (Part 1)”. You can listen to it here on the Blood and Ink Bandcamp page. The song will appear on the band’s new split with Infinite Me due out May 5th and can be pre-ordered in a few different bundles right here. … Continued →

Means "Sending You Strength" 10 Year Anniversary Vinyl Release

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Facedown Records is doing a special limited 10th anniversary pressing of the now classic melodic hardcore album “Sending You Strength” by the band – Means. Pre-order right here. Listen to this classic album below.… Continued →

REVIEW : Hope/Well - The Danger of Falling

By Casey Gallenberger in Reviews | 4 Comments

The Danger of Falling channels European melodic hardcore influences on this succinct-yet-power EP.

Theory 8 Records Reissues Embraced "An Orchestrated Failure" on Limited Vinyl

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Indie label Theory 8 Records will be reissuing the classic album from Embraced titled “An Orchestrated Failure” that was released 15 years ago on their label. The reissue is limited to just 300 copies and is available for pre-order right here. I sold this release in the Indie Vision Music store back when it was first released and people really seemed to dig it. Classic emotional hardcore.… Continued →

Conveyer Starts Working on Third Album

By Mason Beard in News | 1 Comment

The melodic hardcore band Conveyer has started to work on their third studio album. After the release of their Victory Records debut, When Given Time to Grow, the band has spent the last year touring, playing countless shows with countless bands, including Colossus, Comrades, Ghost Key, and many more. Recently, the band put out a post on their Instagram page stating they were hard work on their third album. The band will release more information soon I’m sure. Be prepared for that!… Continued →

Blood and Ink Records Release 2016 Sampler

By Brandon J. in News | 3 Comments

Blood and Ink Records have released their 2016 sampler via Bandcamp which you can listen to below. Also check out the tracklisting at the bottom of this post. … Continued →

Hopesfall Sign to Equal Vision, Reissue Last 3 Albums to Vinyl

By Brandon J. in News | 5 Comments

Post-hardcore band Hopesfall have signed with Graphic Nature/Equal Vision Records. The band is reissuing their last 3 full length releases (The Satellite Years, A Types, Magnetic North) on Vinyl and a new album in 2017. Do we have any Hopesfall fans here?… Continued →

REVIEW : American Arson - The Blood & The Bones EP

By Casey Gallenberger in Reviews | 2 Comments

Check out the final EP in the Detroit punk band's Origins Trilogy.

REVIEW : Of Lions - Of Lions EP

By Scott Swan in Reviews | Comments closed

Released early last year, Hardcore band Of Lions (formerly Lion of Judah) has put together an impressive EP with much promise. Read on for the review.

Revivalist - Vanity

By Brandon J. in Music Videos | Comments closed

Check out the brand new crushing music video from Abilene, Texas hardcore band, Revivalist, below. The song is titled “Vanity” and appears on the band’s new On The Attack Records Ep “Brother” available for FREE over at HM Magazine here. Enjoy!… Continued →

REVIEW : Household - With or Without

By Ian Harvey in Reviews | Comments closed

I gave this album a 3 in my first draft of this review. I then changed it to a 4; let me tell you why.

Being as an Ocean "How We Both Wondrously Perish" Album Stream

By Christian S. in Streams | Comments closed

Head over to Alternative Press to listen to Being as an Ocean’s new album “How We Both Wondrously Perish,” out May 6th via InVogue Records.… Continued →

REVIEW : Let//Go - Let//Go EP

By Scott Swan in Reviews | Comments closed

Hardcore band Let//Go have released their debut, self titled, independent EP. Released late last year, let's take a look at what the guys from Minnesota have to offer. Check out the review here.

REVIEW : Nazarene - Heart & Mind

By Vince Azzarello in Reviews | Comments closed

A review of Nazarene's debut EP, Heart & Mind.

REVIEW : Endeavor / Servants - Split

By Brody B in Reviews | Comments closed

Simply put, If you don’t know these two bands and are into hardcore, you NEED to be. Both bands have a very real passion and an uncanny talent that are sure to lead them to truly special places.

Household - Reservoir

By Brandon J. in Music Videos | Comments closed

Minnesota-based Household recently released their debut music video for their song “Reservoir.” The band has plans for an east coast tour this coming spring. “Reservoir” can be downloaded for free/pay-what-you-want via bandcamp here. Check out the music video and free song, below. [Thanks Chris]… Continued →

Fast FWD - What They're Up 2 Now: Chris Carbonell of Strongarm

By Brandon J. in Articles | Comments closed

We are following up our Strongarm "Fast FWD" feature with Part 2, this time with Chris Carbonell answering some deep questions. Let's relive the past and travel back to the time of DIY hardcore spirit and celebrate the accomplishments of this great Florida band.

Fast FWD - What They're Up 2 Now: Jason Berggren of Strongarm

By Brandon J. in Articles | Comments closed

I started a feature late last year that sort of fell to the wayside. I apologize for slacking on my job. Here is the latest edition of “Fast FWD – What They’re Up 2 Now” with Jason B. of Strongarm. Enjoy! … Continued →

REVIEW : Worthwhile - Carry on Kid

By Brody B in Reviews | Comments closed

Worthwhile have an extremely bright future ahead of them as they blaze their way into the hardcore scene with a positive outlook and a hopeful message.

The Meaning Behind "Against Such Things"

By Brody B in Articles | Comments closed

Josh Booth goes track by track though Take the Name's newest release, "Against Such Things"

REVIEW : Take the Name - Against Such Things

By Brody B in Reviews | Comments closed

Take the Name have created an absolute beast of an album and have given me hope for melodic hardcore for years to come.

Altars - Eternity

By Brandon J. in Lyric Videos | Comments closed

Check out the new lyric video from Altars for their new song “Eternity” from the album “Something More” due out May 14th on Facedown Records. Pre-order the album here.… Continued →

Behold! The City - Muddy York

By Brandon J. in Music Videos | Comments closed

Check out the new music video from melodic hardcore/punk band Behold! The City for their song “Muddy York”. These guys sound pretty good 🙂 Fans of Life In Your Way, Means, Hundredth, Shai Hullud or even Strongarm will find something to appreciate in this band.… Continued →

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