Friday, May 18 2012
Feeling ‘80s Spirit: Post-Hardcore Punk for the Plastic Generation
Moss Icon and Jason Farrell still sizzle in the present tense, despite years of obscurity.
Friday, October 14 2011
Falling in Reverse: The Drug in Me Is You
After returning from two years of incarceration, scene bad boy Ronnie Radke is back in action in the form of his new post-hardcore outfit Falling in Reverse. One thing is clear – he’s pissed.
Friday, September 30 2011
Thrice: Major/Minor
Inevitably, many Thrice diehards have openly craved a return to the band's rougher roots. Basically, cutting the bullshit and getting back to basics.
Tuesday, July 19 2011
Taking Back Sunday: Taking Back Sunday
Taking Back Sunday experiences revival through the reunion of their original lineup and creates their best work in years.
Friday, June 24 2011
Silverstein: Rescue
Post-hardcore outfit Silverstein tread off the worn path and into new territory with exciting results.
Tuesday, May 24 2011
Letlive: Fake History
The good musicianship of this album is nice to hear, but it doesn't hide the fact that there is no originality present whatsoever.
Monday, November 15 2010
Envy: Recitation
Who are Envy? Envy are Japanese post-hardcore. Are they Unwound? No. Are they At The Drive-In? No.
Thursday, July 8 2010
Eyes Set to Kill: Broken Frames
Led by the Rodriguez sisters and a new screamer, Eyes Set to Kill has hit its stride once again with Broken Frames.
Friday, May 21 2010
Braid: Frankie Welfare Boy Age Five / The Age of Octeen
While Frankie still remains a diehards-only release, The Age of Octeen is larger than the "post-hardcore" genre trappings, an album capable of converting skeptics previously unwilling to look for beauty and creativity beneath the din.
Tuesday, May 11 2010
The Bled: Heat Fetish
Back from near-breakup with new members and a new label, the Bled deliver a frenzied, technical album that's not always memorable, but will definitely hold the interest of post-hardcore and mathcore fans.
