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15 best modern hardcore bands for day one fans

Hardcore is experiencing an uptick in commercial viability without losing its core ethos. From Anxious to Zulu, these are the 15 best new hardcore bands today.

Vagabon, M83 and Shalom are our tracks of the week

We’re rounding up the best new songs of the week on Sound Station. From Vagabon and M83 to Shalom, these are our favorite new releases.

One Step Closer’s Ryan Savitski talks surprise EP 'Songs for the Willow' and leaving Anxious behind

The hardcore band One Step Closer recently dropped a surprise EP, ‘Songs for the Willow.’ Frontman Ryan Savitski discusses the new release, his time in the band Anxious, and what’s next.

23 of the most exciting rising artists to watch in 2023

These rising artists and bands broke out in 2022, and are sure to have a big 2023. Here are the indie-rock, electronic, pop, punk, and rap artists worth watching next year.

Carlie Hanson, Zulu, and Ethel Cain are our tracks of the week

Welcome to Sound Station, where we’re highlighting the best new tracks that came out this week. Head into the weekend with songs from Carlie Hanson, Zulu, and more.

Sound and Fury Festival 2022 spotlights the new face of hardcore, from Anxious to Scowl

The Sound and Fury Festival made its triumphant return following a two-year hiatus. From Anxious to Pity Sex, relive the hardcore festival’s best moments.

Hear 100 gecs give this Linkin Park 'Hybrid Theory' hit an intense remix

Last year, Linkin Park celebrated the 20th anniversary of their album Hybrid Theory. Now, it looks like the band are continuing the celebrations in 2021 with the help of 100 gecs. This week, the musical duo unleashed a wild new remix that is reimagining a Linkin Park classic released two decades ago. Read more: Hear […]

QUIZ: How much do you know about Linkin Park’s ‘Hybrid Theory’?

Linkin Park have been celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album, Hybrid Theory, in a major way so far this year.  The album, which dropped Oct. 24, 2000, features some of the band’s biggest hits and best tracks, including “In The End,” “One Step Closer” and “Papercut.”  Read more: See Craig Owens return to […]

Linkin Park’s ‘Hybrid Theory’ anniversary merch is a throwback to 2000

It’s hard to believe that Linkin Park‘s debut album Hybrid Theory is celebrating its 20-year anniversary. In celebration of the anniversary, Linkin Park have released some capsule merch exclusively for fans. The retro merchandise is reflective of the Hybrid Theory era. As well, the collection is based around the album’s lead single “One Step Closer.” […]

20 positive hardcore bands to uplift your spirits

While hardcore is a genre that primarily focuses on negative feelings and the struggles associated with them, there are a ton of bands pushing for positivity. The so-called “posi-core” scene has plenty of fantastic bands to brighten your day and lift your mood when the world’s got you down and you need some words of […]