Tag: Solid State
March 19, 2021
Wow, what a great band, with such potential! Sadly, Beloved released only one EP (originally for Vindicated from the Deep Water and later re-issued by Solid State) and one full length. That first EP rocked my world. I got to see the band live 2 or 3 times in this era and they were rapidly becoming my favourite emo-core band.… Continued →
December 11, 2020
Song of the Day: Living Sacrifice - Not Beneath
There are so many different types of Living Sacrifice fans. People who started listening from the beginning, and those who joined somewhere along the way. Fans who praise their experimental phase, those who prefer the -core era, and those who swear by the traditional metal era. Heck, I even know one guy who claims they only released one album (he’s a thrash fan), and all the others were recorded by imposters!… Continued →
August 25, 2020
New Music Coming From Earth Groans?
According to a post on the band’s social media, there’s some new music in the works from Earth Groans. With the “Prettiest Of Things” ep dropping back in March, and well received by fans of the band, who’s looking forward to some new stuff from these guys??… Continued →
February 21, 2020
Song of the Day: Zao - Lies of Serpents, a River of Tears
Zao had already made a name for themselves, working up from the underground, with a 7″, cassette demo(s) and 2 full-lengths. They were quickly becoming known for taking hardcore in a new direction. I remember a friend telling me that although he loved the riffs on their sophomore effort Splinter Shards the Birth of Separation, he also found them really hard to dance to.… Continued →
May 10, 2019
Off Road Minivan Announce Small Summer Tour
Off Road Minivan have announced a small Summer tour with Blis. The tour kicks off on June 27 and runs through July 7, sticking almost entirely to the east coast. Check out the announcement below.… Continued →
April 16, 2019
New Death Therapy Music Video: "My Defiance"
The latest Death Therapy release, “Voices” hasn’t been out a week yet, but it’s reception has been especially positive wherever you seem to look. Today the first music video off the album dropped and is pretty great. Check out “My Defiance” below and be sure to show the band some love wherever you can.… Continued →
March 25, 2019
REVIEW : Demon Hunter - Peace
So, it’s been a couple weeks since Zac reviewed Demon Hunter’s “War” album. If you haven’t yet given it a read, you can find it HERE. Go check it out, I’ll wait. Caught up? Good. Now that we’re all on the same page, it’s my turn. Let’s talk about the other album the band released on the same date (yes, a double release), “Peace”.… Continued →
February 15, 2019
New(ish) Norma Jean - "Children of the Dead"
We’re a little behind on this news, but around a month ago, Norma Jean released a B-side from the Polar Similar album called “Children of the Dead”. The song is available on the Polar Similar Deluxe Vinyl Set, which you can get HERE. You can check out the video for this track below, it’s pretty bizarre, but a great song!… Continued →
November 25, 2018
Christmas Songs
For those of you who braved the crowds on Black Friday, you probably heard Christmas songs playing on the PA overhead. I put together a Spotify playlist of Christmas songs that my wife and I enjoy this time of year to share with all of you.
September 19, 2018
New Fit For A King video, "Oblivion"
Fit For A King has released a music video for the track “Oblivion” off their newest offering, “Dark Skies”. Steeped in an emotionally gripping story, this video will certainly grab and keep your attention. Check it out below and be sure to read our review of the new album here.… Continued →
October 27, 2017
New Phinehas Music Video, "Hell Below"
It wasn’t long ago that Phinehas announced their signing to Solid State and a new album soon to be released. Since then, many of us have eagerly awaited more and more tracks to be released. If that’s you, the time has come! Check out Phinehas’ music video for “Hell Below” off their upcoming album, “Dark Flag”, available on Solid State 11/17/17.… Continued →
September 13, 2017
Phinehas Signs with Solid State
In an announcement made earlier today by both the band and the label, Phinehas has signed with Solid State Records and will be releasing a new album soon. Anyone looking forward to some new material from these guys??… Continued →
August 17, 2017
The Ongoing Concept - "The Print"
The Ongoing Concept is premiering their latest song, “The Print,” on the new Solid State sampler entitled The Starter Pack. The compilation includes eight other songs from the label’s staple bands, and you can download it for free on Noisetrade.… Continued →
July 20, 2017
INTERVIEW : Phil Chamberlain of To Speak of Wolves
We had a chance to speak with Phil Chamberlain for To Speak of Wolves in preparation of their upcoming album (out TOMORROW).
IVM: Hey Phil, thanks for taking some time to talk. 2016 saw the release of “New Bones” on Cardigan Records and “Dead in the Shadow” is coming up quickly.… Continued →
November 7, 2016
Advent Signs With Bridge Nine Records
Hardcore act Advent has signed with Bridge Nine Records & will release a new album in winter 2017. More information will be released soon.… Continued →
May 21, 2014
Forevermore - Force Fed
Solid State have announced the signing of Indianapolis progressive metalcore outfit Forevermore & have debuted a brand new track called “Force Fed” . They will release their label debut, titled Telos, on July 22. Check out the new track, album cover, & tracklisting below.… Continued →
February 20, 2014
Questions for The Overseer
In honor of the sophomore album, "Rest & Let Go", from The Overseer which comes out on March 4th I will be conducting a written interview with the band. Submit your questions you would like asked here.
June 6, 2013
My Heart To Fear - The Witching Hour Pt. II
My Heart To Fear have debuted a brand new lyric video for “The Witching Hour Pt. II”. The song appears on the band’s upcoming full length, titled Algorithm, which releases July 9th via Solid State Records. Watch below & pre-order.… Continued →
January 29, 2013
Fit For A King - Warpath
We already posted about AltPress debuting a new song by Fit For A King, but you can now check out the lyric video below. Again, the band’s Solid State debut, titled Creation/Destruction, releases on March 12th.… Continued →
May 21, 2012
MyChildren MyBride - God Of Nothing
Check out MyChildren MyBride‘s new music video for “God Of Nothing,” taken from their recently released self-titled album.… Continued →
April 5, 2012
Wolves At The Gate - No Rival
As previously reported Wolves At The Gate recently recorded a video for the track “No Rival”. That track can now be seen below. The song appears on the band’s re-released EP, titled We Are The Ones, which is available now on Solid State.… Continued →
February 10, 2012
MyChildren MyBride - On Wings Of Integrity Pt. II (Lyric Video)
MyChildren MyBride have debuted their first single from the band’s forthcoming self-titled album. Check out the lyric video for “On Wings Of Integrity Pt. II” below. The album hits stores March 13th through Solid State Records. The band will also be holding a live chat on February 13th @ 7pm here.… Continued →
June 2, 2010
REVIEW : Beloved (US) - Failure On (VINYL)
It will remain one of the great tragedies of our market that Beloved was only able to record one album with Solid State before disbanding. Forget talk about potential. They reach near perfection on this 2003 debut.
April 13, 2010
REVIEW : Zao - Where Blood and Fire Bring Rest (VINYL)
Zao's 1998 classic album sounds better than ever--a refreshing change from the overly-heavy or emo-infused metalcore bands of today.
April 1, 2010
INTERVIEW : To Speak Of Wolves
E-mail interview with Phil Chamberlain of To Speak Of Wolves. We discuss signing to Solid State, the new album, touring plans, and his old band This Runs Through. Read the full interview below.… Continued →
August 28, 2009
REVIEW : Oh, Sleeper - Son of the Morning
Oh, Sleeper released their sophomore album on August 25th and it's beyond worth checking out. You NEED to own it, live it, breathe it, and let it empower you. Read on to find what all the fuss is about.