With their lineage tracing back to bands like Bruise and Remain and Sustain, Colorado-based quintet Mouth For War illustrates a narrative that’s rooted in authenticity. Formed in 2019, they didn’t just tiptoe into the scene; they stormed it.
With the debut EP, An Ear Kept to the Ground, and subsequent tours, Mouth For War set the stage alight, invoking memories of classic sounds reminiscent of Kickback and Sentence, but with a contemporary undertone echoing Lamb of God and The Devil Wears Prada.
Despite the global setbacks of COVID, Mouth For War have no intention of slowing their roll and will grind hard as soon as the smoke clears. Fast forward two years later, freshly signed to MNRK Heavy, the band is back with their new music, and today we’re finalyl able to witness it in its full glory.
With whispers and anticipation enveloping their every move, Mouth For War has unveiled a new banger, new single dubbed “Under the Gun“.
MOUTH FOR WAR focuses on manifesting crushing breakdowns laced with visceral grooves that echo somber melodies. Of the band’s critically lauded, debut LP, Life Cast In Glass, Blabbermouth championed the band’s knack for creating riffs, “that will make you want to run through a brick wall,” while Dead Rhetoric praised a, “visceral and intense attack that will make you catch your breath,” adding, “MOUTH FOR WAR snuggly nestles into that blurry metal and hardcore line that manages to take the best of both worlds and craft an experience that is both memorable and completely destructive.”
To label it merely as a song would be a disservice. It is an intense metalcore odyssey. Commencing with an enthralling explosion of mosh-inviting riffs and thunderous drum beats, the track promises listeners a short, yet unparalleled journey. As it progresses, the audacious mix evolves into an auditory tempest, gearing the listener up for a climax of intensified fervor.
The latter half of the song is reminiscent of a machine gun’s relentless fire, as riffs and guitars engage in a tempestuous dance, each vying for dominance. And just when one thinks the ferocity has reached its pinnacle, the track tapers, offering a momentary respite before its conclusion.
Established in 2019, MOUTH FOR WAR launched their first EP, An Ear Kept To The Ground. They swiftly embarked on a touring journey, which was abruptly halted by the COVID-19 pandemic. While many bands struggled during this period, MOUTH FOR WAR utilized the break to craft their premiere LP, Life Cast In Glass, featuring tracks filled with sorrow.
This album, released under 1126 Records, significantly boosted the band’s recognition and set their trajectory towards national acclaim. They have since toured across the US alongside bands like Bodysnatcher, Boundaries, and ZAO, and have shared the stage with big names like Knocked Loose and Malevolence, captivating audiences with their electrifying performances.
Details about MOUTH FOR WAR’s forthcoming album will be revealed soon. If you’re a fan of Hatebreed, Terror, or Madball, stay tuned.
The road beckons, and Mouth For War answers the call. The band reveals their upcoming collaboration with No Bragging Rights, promising not just performances, but an experience.
The Born Dead Tour commences on August 25th in Chicago, Illinois, runs through September 17th in Nashville, Tennessee, and includes a stop at Born Dead Festival in Albany, New York. Additional support will be provided by Downswing, as well as Mugshot and Your Spirit Dies, on select dates. See all confirmed dates below.
8/25/2023 The WC Social Club – Chicago, IL
8/26/2023 The Sanctuary – Detroit, MI
8/27/2023 Legends Bar & Venue – Cincinnati, OH
8/29/2023 Ace Of Cups – Columbus, OH
8/30/2023 Preserving Underground – Pittsburgh, PA
8/31/2023 Basement Transmissions – Erie, PA
9/01/2023 Montage Music Hall – Rochester, NY
9/02/2023 Born Dead Fest – Albany, NY
9/03/2023 Jewel Music Venue – Manchester, NH
9/05/2023 The Kingsland – Brooklyn, NY
9/06/2023 House Of Independents – Asbury Park, NJ
9/07/2023 Lovedraft’s – Mechanicsburg, PA
9/08/2023 Kung Fu Necktie – Philadelphia, PA
9/09/2023 Norfolk Taphouse – Norfolk, VA
9/10/2023 Local 506 – Chapel Hill, NC
9/11/2023 Radio Room – Greenville, SC
9/12/2023 Conduit – Orlando, FL
9/13/2023 Propaganda – Lake Worth, FL
9/14/2023 Crowbar – Tampa, FL
9/15/2023 The Earl – Atlanta, GA
9/17/2023 The End – Nashville, TN
