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Michigan metallized hardcore act WOUNDED TOUCH grapple with grief and loss on their striking debut EP

Greek hardcore heavyweights BELOW THE BOTTOM premiere new EP!

“No One’s Victim” – CRO-MAGS release new music video!

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Ontario hardcore act RELIEVER comment on their explosive new EP “2020 Vision”

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Variety and consistency: Polish emo punks REVIVE comment on quality new EP

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