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Despised Icon

Despised Icon was a Canadian deathcore band from Montreal, Quebec, formed in 2002. The band is noted for the use of two vocalists; Alexandre Erian, takes use of a mid-range screaming technique, and Steve Marois for the low growling vocals, and high pitched screamed vocals. Despised Icon is known for its work in the underground music industry and have been considered one of the founders of the deathcore genre. In April 2010 the band announced that they will be disbanding.

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Asleep In The Light

Asleep in the Light was formed in 2010 when members Nico (vocals) and Jolan (Guitar) had the idea to start a band. The music then started coming together as Monty (Bass) and Tim (Drums) were added to the band. Paul (Guitar) was the last member to complete the 5-piece band preparing the way for shows in 2011. Asleep in the Light will be planning on releasing their highly anticipated EP in 2011. Look out for a show near you soon and be sure to come say hi.

Silent Screams

Silent Screams are a 5 Piece band from Coventry, UK. They play what has been described as by fans as a blend of metal, hardcore, deathcore with technical song structures and no repeating parts. Despite this chaos the music somehow makes sense as Silent Screams have had a busy last 2 years. Recording with Matt Hyde (Slayer, As I lay dying, Gallows, Slipknot, Trivium) for their current EP, relentlessly touring the UK and Europe all off their own back with no label.

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Far West Battlefront

Thrash band from Adelaide with hardcore breakdowns. Rumoured to run the Brighton mafia based in Dunluce Avenue with an unknown naked accomplice. Far West Battlefront have had tracks featured in renowned UK magazines Terrorizer and Metal Hammer, while also receiving consistent airplay on triple J's Full Metal Racket. This coverage has lead to support slots with Haste The Day (USA) The Acacia Strain (USA) and The Red Shore.

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The turning tide

After forming in late 2009 The Turning Tide have been busy writing and jamming to put together the music which is quickly earning them a reputation of being one of Sydney's up and coming heavy outfits in 2010.

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The Ailment

The Ailment are a Deathcore quartet hailing from the Sunshine Coast of Australia. Crossbreeding several sub-genres of extreme music into their own dynamic breed, The Ailment are known for their dark melodies, aggressive drumming and skilled guitar work. Keep an eye out for a show near you!

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THE STORM, PICTURESQUE

The Storm Picturesque are a metalcore band from Newcastle, Australia Exert From Myspace page:
We are a metal band from Newcastle, trying our best to breathe life into a stale genre. We are not an image. We are not trend driven. We create music that we want to hear and that we enjoy listening to. All of us are still young, and hope that you can enjoy our music as we mature as both people and musicians.

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We Can Breathe In Space

Forming in early 2009 WeCanBreatheInSpace is a strong Six piece mixture of aspiring musicians and best friends who came together to make music and play shows. Already acquiring many achievements since their first show in August, headlining their third show, Playing with international Metal giants (USA) band Haste the Day for their fourth show, Winning the Joondalup City Battle of the Bands getting to play at the 2010 Scorcher Festival and acquiring recording time with Loop Studios (the same producers who recorded the latest Birds Of Tokyo album)...

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Times of Grace

Killswitch Engage guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz and former KsE vocalist Jesse Leach are reuniting for a brand new band, Times Of Grace. Their stunning debut album ‘The Hymn of A Broken Man’ is set for release via Roadrunner Records on November 8. (delayed til Jan 18, 2011) The multi-talented Dutkiewicz plays all the instruments on the record and contributes backing (and occasional lead) vocals as well as handling all production duties.

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