Author: James Cross

Against The Sun take a stand with “JAD”

Post author By James Cross
Post date 26 May 2023

Socal metalcore act Against The Sun have released “JAD”, a scathing critique of gun violence in the United States. Filled with lyrics like “It shouldn’t be this easy to fill these caskets”, the song doesn’t pull any punches.

While many songs are politically inspired, it’s rare that I see a regional artist pull it off well – and Against The Sun have absolutely nailed it with “JAD”. From the heavy beginning to the jazzy outro, Against The Sun have poured their thoughts and emotions into this one. Give it a listen!

Against The Sun have asked that, if you have the means, please donate to Everytown to help end gun violence.

The band also recently released “The Enemy”, which you can hear below:

Find Against The Sun on: Instagram | TikTok | Facebook

Tags Against The Sun, California, Metalcore, United States, USA

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Daimy Lotus doesn’t want to be friends

Post author By James Cross
Post date 7 March 2023

We recently covered Daimy Lotus’ song “1st Class D-Bag” and noted the intense similarities in production style to New Politics – her new song is just as much of a banger, and the similarities continue as well.

“Friends ;)” is a bopping pop rock track about the risk of becoming more than friends… Take a listen now!

You can find Daimy Lotus on: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube

Tags Daimy Lotus, Netherlands, Pop rock

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Embrace “The Good Hurt”

Post author By James Cross
Post date 23 February 2023

“The Good Hurt” by San Diego-based band Nights Like Thieves is a captivating track that showcases the band’s unique sound and energy. The song is an emotional and introspective journey that explores the pain of heartbreak and the struggle to move on.

The track opens with a simple, yet powerful drum fill. The lead vocalist’s voice is raw and emotive, carrying the weight of the lyrics with conviction. The chorus is anthemic and catchy, with a memorable melody that sticks in your head long after the song is over.

Lyrically, “The Good Hurt” is a seems to be about recognizing that a relationship is failing. The lines “you stick around but you never believed in this” and “it’s black and cold, just like your heart” capture the feeling of emptiness and loneliness that can come with mourning a relationship.

Overall, “The Good Hurt” is a standout track from Nights Like Thieves, showcasing the band’s talent and potential. The song is a powerful and relatable depiction of heartbreak and the journey towards healing and moving on. If you’re a fan of rock music with a raw, emotive edge, give “The Good Hurt” a listen!

Find Nights Like Thieves on: TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | their website

Tags California, emo, Nights Like Thieves, San Diego, United States, USA

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Ignoring Royal Hearts would be a Disaster

Post author By James Cross
Post date 1 February 2023

Do you miss Warped Tour? The heat? The humidity? The music?

If you answered yes to all four of those (or even just the first and last ones), you’re going to enjoy Florida-based metalcore band Royal Hearts.

The band’s latest single, “Disaster”, tosses in just enough familiarity to catch my ear, while straying far away from “generic local band metalcore”. The blend Royal Hearts brings to the table is quite appealing, and Fronz-style vocals even make a brief appearance – the sound will be familiar to anyone who attended the last five or six years of Warped Tour.

Take a listen to “Disaster” now, and be sure to follow the band via the links below!

Find Royal Hearts on: Instagram | TikTok | Twitter

Tags Florida, Metalcore, Royal Hearts, United States, USD

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Daimy Lotus has a message for the D-Bags

Post author By James Cross
Post date 23 January 2023

Dutch pop-rock artist Daimy Lotus has recently released her latest single, “1st Class D-Bag.

The catchy blend of pop rock and pop punk is reminiscent of artists such as New Politics – which upon taking a deeper listen may be a major influence on Daimy Lotus’ work.

The song itself is fantastic, and is well deserving of a second, third, and fourth listen!

You can find Daimy Lotus on: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube

Tags Daimy Lotus, Dutch, Pop punk, Pop rock

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Motionyear releases third single, “Disarray”

Post author By James Cross
Post date 25 November 2022

Massachusetts pop punk act Motionyear have just dropped their latest single, “Disarray”. The song discusses topics such as coming of age, questioning ones own future, and nostalgia for your teenage years.

Produced by fellow Bay Stater, Alan Day (of Four Year Strong), the song packs a punch with carefully crafted harmonies and vocal doubling riding on top of chunky guitars and a driving beat.

Take a listen now!

Find Motionyear on: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Tags Massachusetts, Motionyear, Pop punk, United States, USA

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Check your breath: MEAN SEA shares “Puke Mouth”

Post author By James Cross
Post date 26 October 2022

Hailing from Baltimore, MD, MEAN SEA has deep roots in the rock scene. Not only have members been involved with various projects over the years, including a band signed to Drive-Thru Records, they have also each spent years on the road honing their craft.

Strangely reminiscent of a dark, spooky take on PUP, MEAN SEA’s new track “Puke Mouth” is as catchy as it is unique. Take a listen now!

Find MEAN SEA on: Bandcamp | Instagram | YouTube

Tags Maryland, MEAN SEA, Pop punk, punk, United States

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Alive In Barcelona strikes again

Post author By James Cross
Post date 30 September 2022

Following on the heels of last month’s release, “Parasite”, Alive In Barcelona are back with “Asphyxiate”.

The PNW metalcore ensemble show that their time away during the pandemic was quite productive – between writing and recording their upcoming EP, Flatline, the band clearly didn’t take much time off. Listen below now, and follow the band so you can hear the next tracks as soon as they drop!

Find Alive in Barcelona on: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | vocalist Matt on the Bandhive Podcast

Tags Alive In Barcelona, Metalcore, PNW

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Metalcore heavy hitters Saving Vice don’t let up

Post author By James Cross
Post date 18 September 2022

We’ve been sharing music from Saving Vice regularly for a few years now, and one thing is for sure: the Vermont five-piece doesn’t intend on giving up.

Each track they drop takes the band to a new level, and while “Culling Kindness” is quite different from their recent rap-metal track “White Rabbit”, it’s still perfectly on brand for the band.

If you want to hear one of the hardest hitting tracks of 2022, don’t skip “Culling Kindness”!

Find Saving Vice on: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok

Tags Metalcore, Saving Vice, Vermont

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This song will stick in your head like a Parasite

Post author By James Cross
Post date 7 September 2022

PNW metalcore act Alive In Barcelona are finally back with a follow up to their 2019 self-titled debut.

Make no mistake, though – even though their debut was released in 2019, the band have been together for over a decade, formerly touring under the name The Persevering Promise.

The band’s latest effort, “Parasite”, is the first in a new era for Alive In Barcelona. The track which was cowritten with Landon Tewers of The Plot In You flows flawlessly from moody, building verses to heavy and aggressive choruses. The breakdown is ready to punch you in the gut, before bringing it back through one more chorus to send the message home.

Take a listen below!

Find Alive in Barcelona on: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | vocalist Matt on the Bandhive Podcast

Tags Alive In Barcelona, Metalcore, PNW

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