As you may know, Kilbourne recently launched her hardcore/techno label Hammerhead in January. The label is as uncompromising as her music, but does not feature only her own works. The latest release by RABBeAT is an excellent addition to Hammerhead’s discography. The third EP on the label envisions a new chapter of industrial hardcore that somehow traces back to the old sound we all crave. On the other hand, it develops into a new direction while keeping its core primarily industrial. But most importantly, it’s not cheesy or formulaic at all. Quite the contrast, you can feel that this guy […]

There are not that many DJs that are playing in a league of their own. The kind of set Baseck and Flapjack ripped at Warp mode is just something else. Everyone who digs hardcore and scratching most likely would agree here that this shit is the shit! On 4, yes f-o-u-r, turntables they deliver a set that is unmatched in every way.

As one of the most interesting contemporary hardcore heads out there Starving Insect kills it every time. Even a black hole shines bright in comparison to this guy’s selections. You can perfectly check this out on his Harmony of Hardcore set from 2024. With more than 2 hours of solid darkness, he showcases all the good shit hardcore has to offer. PRSPCT Recordings · PRSPCT PDCST 092 – Starving Insect live at Harmony Of Hardcore 2024

The latest EP on Madback by RZVX is clearly not for the faint of heart. The 4 track EP features also a collaboration with label boss Tripped and a remix. All tracks hit hard and seem to be made to cause severe damage on any dancefloor in sight. No more words needed to describe this madness! Tears In The Forest EP (MADINCH006) by RZVX

Wow, what’s that? Yeah it’s happening, Ausnahmezustand joins forces with Bassmæssge to bring you the weirdest music out there you cannot even imagine! Join us for a party nobody’s ready for it 🙂 Ausnahmezustand invites: SLAVE TO SOCIETY NOWAN FRX BASSICK SAKE BIG BREEZE Bassmæssge invites: MUDAKI PSIONIDE DJBADSHAPE LUI

Yep, that’s the one. Strictly the core for those of you who enjoy the rougher styles! Detest Aura Kamikura Acriter Bassick Big Breeze For further information check out the club’s homepage: https://www.wagnerverein-jena.de/de/programm/ausnahmezustand/

The next super strange release is by Acidic Male and Rotor Militia on Double Cross. As before the label keeps pushing sound somewhere you’d never expect it to be. But it fits neatly wherever it is. The third installment on the label turns into unchartered territory. The first two tracks on the A-side were written by Acidic Male and feature compositions that are as far away from the average that they cannot be even classified anymore. On the flip Rotor Militia equally challenges the listener with rhythms that broke out of every grid. The flow of both tracks is amazing. […]

This is clearly another release that is highly recommended to every breakbeat and weirdness lover out there. The release is already quite old but has not lost any of its charm. It’s a crusty rough estimation of how far human development might go. In the end it’s just noisy broken shit from the past, polished for the future. But it’s lovely, just trust us here. On the surface you’d tend to call it breakcore, but in the end it’s way more than that. It freely borrows from a large variety of cultural artifacts, seamlessly interwoven into a grid of distorted […]

For some reason the aesthetics of chiptune music along with crushed breakbeats create a very peculiar vibe. Of course, this somehow always triggers some nostalgia, be it from video game soundtracks or early rave records. This grittiness has been captured so perfectly with the “Chipbreak Alliance” compilation by the Sydney City Chiptune Ministries. While the name alone means serious business, so does also the compilation itself. With a compilation of this size, you wouldn’t believe that there are so many good tracks on it. The range of tracks is wide and every one of them features a ton of breaks. […]

Well, this time, you can not only get your hands on some decent tunes, moreover you can get a whole sample pack on top for free. Actually, the EP was originally released 2 years ago on Dancefloor Impact Research and now has been rereleased along with the samples on Somatic Responses’ own bandcamp account. All 3 original tracks by Somatic Responses are as usual unmatched. Especially convincing are also the additional 3 remixes by FFF, 1clap and Enduser. Each and every track on this EP delivers a rich and colorful palette of sounds. The whole release sticks out due to […]

As one of the most interesting breakbeat scientists out there, Christoph de Babalon always surprises with unmatched sound design. The EP “Ach Mensch” is no exception to that rule. It features four incredibly well programmed tracks, each unique in its own terms. Drums grow organically while haunted, dreamy soundscapes lead the way. Every single track carries a melancholic vibe along that sets the mood for the next 22 minutes. The strange and orchestral EP simply knows how to deliver atmospheres that just hit the sport. Despite the EP being on point at all times, it somehow manages to remain abstract […]

The next release is especially for those of you who can enjoy proper breakbeat decimation. The “A Violent State Of Excited Delirium“ EP features four extremely well crafted tracks, each with their own twist. While some could be more described as dreamy and technical, others are full on slammers that do not mess around. Mathlovsky provides us here with an exceptional acoustic journey that offers variety in a time that gives a fuck about ingenuity. The whole EP is clearly worth a listen, especially since it is completely free (donations are welcome). The sound design is really something else, not […]

Even though he has been around for quite a while, especially recently Krytikas’s tracks and mixes had a lot of impact. The most recent recording from a party is no exception. This mix reminds me of some good old hardcore drum and bass parties. The sound and the tracklist are great, hard and in your face, but not too much for the dancing crowd to bear. Komplex 175 · KRYTIKA @ Komplex 175 Tracklist:Dngn Drgns – Through The PrismSinister Souls – Unleash The BeastSkitzaph0nic – Chaos TheroemKrytika – AnarkisSkitzaph0nic – SufferingC-Netik & Gancher & Ruin – HammerSkitzaph0nic – Global CommunityDj […]

If you are into the oldschool Detest vibe, you cannot miss out on this one. The original tracks were already hitting the spot, but the new versions clearly increase the damage by a lot. Even though remakes or remixes sometimes lose their focus too much, this release keeps the quality high and pushes the old tracks to new heights. In case you’re wondering, yes there is also a volume one, but it only features a shorter version of “Motherfucker”. My Early Works Remixes Vol. 2 by Detest

Without any doubt, this EP is a tough nut to crack! Hypoxic & CRPTC provided an excellent piece of slow and moody hardcore for Dark.Descent. Due to harshness and tempo it’s honestly kinda chewy, but in the best way possible I would say. It really is great release with lots of variation that keeps everything interesting at all times. Struggle Within by Hypoxic & CRPTC

This compilation features a little bit of everything. From slow, creeping Doomcore up to high-paced Speedcore, you find basically everything hardcore has to offer. Thanks to the variety of this compilation on Extreme is Everything, there is a high likeliness that you will find something you can enjoy. It’s a well curated release that requires a little bit of your precious time, but it is sure worth the effort of going through the tracks. HUMAN HAUNTED WORLD III – VA (EIEVA03) by Extreme Is Everything

This EP definitely also falls into the category of “wow I need that for my collection”. While you might be already familiar with most tracks on the EP, as they have been recently released on the recent The Silence album from 2023 (some only digitally though), the EP finally brings the missing tracks of said album to vinyl. Moreover, there is an about 2 minutes longer version of Something Hardcore on this EP, which alone is great. The only completely new track is industrial counter. A track that apparently makes fun of another weird trend in hardcore. Was it necessary? […]

The first appearance of Thrasher on Deathchant is actually pretty amazing. While it requires not only skills, a real DC release also needs flow and style. And actually, this EP has it all. The production quality is very good and totally fits the Deathchant cosmos. Apart from the very first track which solely relies on some questionable vocal sample choice (it’s really kinda lame in 2024 in my personal opinion), all tracks showcase all the ingredients of a good Deathchant release. Keep it Burning and 2024 Murder in particular can destroy any dancefloor within seconds. The Orbiter on the other […]

Sadly, there is not much information available on the Italian artists Society Will Fall. Despite the missing information, the music already gives us a hint at where this journey goes. Entangled in a heavily pessimistic world view, the EP explores dancefloor friendly industrial hardcore without being cheesy at all. On the contrary, this is hard as nails, but still easy to dance to. It’s rare that an EP manages to keep the roughness and the accessibility totally in balance. This is clearly an outstanding release that let us hope for more to come from these talented artists.   Progress In […]

Holy crap, this came rather unexpected. Rotterdam’s one and only Mike Redman aka Deformer released a remix EP of some of his tracks along with Prspct. On the EP some of hardcore’s true legends appeared such as Angerfist, the Outside Agency, Neophyte, Drokz, Tripped, Dolphin and N-Vitral (even though this remix sadly did not reach my eardrums very well). Seriously, this is the cream of the crop. It’s hard to pick a favorite at all, since all tracks deliver their own interpretations of already mind-blowing original Deformer tracks. Just check them one by one and you’ll understand the hype. In […]

Well, who says only guys can make rock solid industrial hardcore? I guess some dipshits do, but who cares about them anyway? In contrast, Sova clearly shows us with her first EP on Prspct that she has a vision, most producers cannot even dream of. She adds a whole new layer of musical ingredients to a – it’s sad to say – more and more boring core universe. Her debut EP with its super imaginative title “It’s Time/ Waves” offers, who could have guessed, two tracks. Both are just extreme from every angle. What’s most striking are her stellar producing […]

Undoubtedly this is maybe the least expected release we stumbled upon this year so far. Wile nobody knows exactly who Nite Lock is, we can certify that this release is completely nuts. Weird rhythms and strange atmospheres apparently go along very well with untamed kick drum assaults. The “Lock In” EP just features five unique tracks, all doing their own shit and minding nobody’s business. This release is made for people who don’t like their music super hard or fast, but want to witness the full weirdo experience of hard dance music regardless. Lock In by Nite Lock

Matt Green, or also known as Ordeal, constantly keeps pushing his own style like no other. With his latest LP on Motormouth he shows again that industrial hardcore is far away from being discontinued. The album features a broad variety of harsh industrial. The good shit, obviously. The industrial you barely find any longer nowadays! To be honest, there is not too much to say about the release. It hits hard and leaves not much room for discussion. Moreover, the release also features a live performance of the album, which offers a slightly different listening experience. Raw Deal by Ordeal, […]

This magnificent release by Ruby my Dear popped up on Bandcamp recently and is just incredible. While the French mastermind is already known for having an intimate relationship with breakbeats, this release adds some madness to the mix that has not been heard yet. The drumming is simply insane. Completely hectic and off the grids, but precise and always on point. But it’s not that alone that makes the EP stand out. The excessive acid overflows and the support of the moody melodics helps to slightly level out (or even amplify) the weirdness. All in all, the EP sounds just […]

Whenever you are in desperate need of some hard slamming amens, you know that you can always turn to Smyla. His latest promomix shows his extraordinary breakbeat programming skills and the variety of musical influences he draws from. Sure a mix worth tuning in! Varispeed · Smyla – Varispeed Promo Mix 2024

While Hardcore tends to be more and more boring, the new album by Aus Industrial Militia proves everybody wrong who claims that Hardcore is shit nowadays. Sure, the statement may remain true in some regards, but this does not apply at all for this release on Industrial Strength. The album manages to bring dancefloor friendly tracks that break out enough to deviate from the program but still remain danceable at all times. Moreover, it does a good job providing harshness when needed, but it never sounds forced or over the top. The artists behind Aus Industrial Militia Kader and DJ […]

Another collection of rather old tracks comes from Air J. Maybe some of you remember this guy. His works explicitly addresses people who are not afraid of snares. While his style usually centers around Hard Drum and Bass it oftentimes mutates into Crossbreed and Hardcore. Recently, he uploaded all of his old tracks which were written between 2007 and 2022 on bandcamp. For only 5€ you can get a whopping 51 tracks. In addition, there are remixes and collaborations with Peter Kurten, T-Psy and Brainpain, just to name a few. If you do not feel like going through 51 tracks, […]

Known as a Breakcore and Drum and Bass veteran, Amboss returns to Praxis Records with a 10 track album. The album is a collection of previously unreleased tracks which were written between 2000 and 2003. Accordingly, this album is for everyone who wishes to go back to the early 2000s and to the relentless breakbeat violence from this era. All tracks feature severely destroyed soundscapes but in the best way possible. You could even go that far and call it a timeless release. For 5€ you receive a bunch of pretty cool tracks, so definitely consider it! Basic Training (praxis_01001) […]

The Kapotcast by 100 Kilo Maarten blends perfectly old and new styles. The mixing is on point and the selection is just fabulous. Just jaw breaking industrial Hardcore from the front to the back as we all love it!  Mental Wreckage · Kapotcast.13: 100 Kilo Maarten (Jan 2024)

Finding words for this album is rather difficult. LXC rereleased and remastered “We Have to Hold Apart” along with a previously unreleased bonus tune and it simply sounds incredible. Absolutely weird and otherworldy music that does not follow any known formula. While it partially reminds you a bit of drum and bass it can not easily be put into any category. Just weird bits and bleeps having a good time. Of course, as you’d expect from an LXC release, you receive high quality audio, accompanied with strange puns, but also very thoughtful tracks that do not match anything (well maybe […]