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Being in a band ain’t easy. You’ve got many creative personalities in a massive tug of war. Oh yeah, then you have to live with each other and those decisions on the road for months on end. Lineup changes aren’t uncommon, though a vocalist switch-up has the possibility to be the most debilitating. Some bands […]

Metalcore—a broad term for the raucous genre of music combining metal and hardcore—as we now know it owes a great debt to the groundbreaking bands who first forayed into the style. Today's metalcore simply wouldn't be the same without these 10 excellent forerunners. Check it out. SHAI HULUD Guitarist Matt Fox's “Guild of Misanthropy” has […]

Eternal hard/metalcore collective Shai Hulud are streaming “How Hates The Heart – Or: The Fucking Silence,” a new track with Comeback Kid's Andrew Neufeld on vocals. This is a continuation of their “hate”-themed EP of both originals (new and re-recorded) and cover songs. They're calling it Just Can’t Hate Enough X 2 – Plus Other Hate Songs and it's […]

Eternal hard/metalcore fixture Shai Hulud will release a “hate”-themed EP this winter of originals (both new and re-recorded) and cover songs. They're calling it Just Can’t Hate Enough X 2 – Plus Other Hate Songs and it'll be delivered by No Sleep Records – click to preorder. Meant to bridge the gap between 2013's Reach Beyond The Sun […]

Punk-rock shredders Such Gold and immortal metalcore act Shai Hulud have announced an October co-headlining tour together. It was only a matter of time—SG drummer Matt Covey is Shai alumni, having played on 2012's Reach Beyond The Sun. SG are supporting their sophomore studio album, 2014's the New Sidewalk, while Shai are prepped to drop […]

Sincerity Fest, a music festival that seeks to raise money for injured Crosscheck drummer Tom Alderson, has announced its final lineup. Highlights include Shai Hulud, Adventures, and Old Wounds. Take a look at the full lineup and flyer below. Read more: Hardcore drummer severely injured, hospitalized after alleged beating Sincerity Fest will take place on Saturday, October […]

Hardcore legends Shai Hulud have signed with new-school hardcore powerhouse label No Sleep Records. The band will release a new album on No Sleep in the foreseeable future. Stream a new track called “Colder Than The Cold World” from the yet-to-be-announced record below. Read more: Shai Hulud announce summer tour with xBishopx, Vice, Ghost Key, […]

Shai Hulud have outlined their summer touring plans, with west coast dates to be announced soon. They last released 2013's Reach Beyond The Sun, their fourth studio album to date, which was produced and fronted by Chad Gilbert. Read more: Song Premiere: Shai Hulud, “A Human Failing” TOUR DATES LEG ONE (with Ghost Key, Cryptodira): 7/10 Providence, RI […]

Melodic hardcore band Such Gold have entered the studio with producer Bill Stevenson (Descendents, A Wilhelm Scream, Propagandhi) to begin work on their next album, the follow up to their 2012 debut, Misadventures. The album will be the band’s second release through Razor & Tie Records. Such Gold vocalist, Ben Kotin says, “It’s been a […]

Shai Hulud have outlined their fall tour itinerary in support of 2013's Reach Beyond The Sun, released on Metal Blade Records. They'll be out with Octaves (Bridge Nine Records) for most of the run. Dates are as follows. Tour w/ Octaves 10/18 Amityville, NY Revolution Music Hall w/ MADBALL 10/19 Allentown, PA Catch 22 10/20 […]

Following their three dates on Earth Crisis' Firestorm anniversary tour, Shai Hulud will remain on the road with the Overseer and then Early Graves. Earth Crisis, Shai Hulud, Thy Will Be Done, White Widows: 7/12 Philadelphia, PA @ Underground Arts 7/13 Syracuse, NY @ Lost Horizon 7/14 New York, NY @ Santos Party House Shai Hulud […]

You can get a glimpse at Shai Hulud in the studio tracking guitar for “The Mean Spirits, Breathing” from their upcoming Metal Blade Records release, Reach Beyond The Sun. You can also stream “A Human Failing” from the album now here on the AP site. Reach Beyond The Sun is set for release February 19.

Shai Hulud have posted studio footage of Chad Gilbert and Matt Fox recording vocals for the band's new album, Reach Beyond The Sun. Pre-orders are available from Metal Blade Records until the Feb. 19 release rolls around. We premiered the second single, “A Human Failing,” earlier this week. Record Release Shows: 2/13 Amityville, NY @ Revolution 2/14 […]

Below you can stream Shai Hulud's title track from their new album, Reach Beyond The Sun, set for a Feb. 13 release on Metal Blade Records.

Shai Hulud have announced plans to release their new album, Reach Beyond The Sun, on Feb. 19. Pre-orders will be available on Dec. 10. Check out the album teaser below. Let us know what you think!

Shai Hulud are auditioning for a new permanent vocalist, as Chad Gilbert will not be joining the band as previously reported. The band posted the following update on their site today: Dear Friends, It’s the heart that pumps the blood, not the face. The heart of Shai Hulud is its content. This remains consistent, rest […]

Check out full set footage of Shai Hulud's set at the Reel and Restless Fest in Miami, FL last night. It's the first performance with New Found Glory's Chad Gilbert on vocals since announcing his participation on the band's new album. Gilbert is also confirmed to front the band on October 13 at the Revelation Records 25th […]

Shai Hulud have finished their fourth album (to be released on Metal Blade Records), which will feature both production and vocals from Hulud alum/New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert. Once out, it'll follow 2008's Misanthropy Pure. Gilbert won't be a permanent member, but is confirmed to perform with the band on September 16 in Miami, FL […]

You think it’s hard to write an original song? Try finding a cover song that hasn’t been done before—it’s harder than you think. That’s why we bring you Under The Covers: Each week, we’ll pit two bands who have covered the same source material against one another, and it’s up to you to decide who comes out on […]