Neurosis – An Undying Love For A Burning World Review
[Album artwork by Aaron Turner] Neurosis’s willingness to push past the boundaries of metallic hardcore early in their career has influenced scores of bands across a wide range of subgenres. Hardcore, metal, and untold strains …
Total Violation – Speed Dealers Review
[Cover artwork by Trash Bandicoot] Aotearoa New Zealand is often trumpeted as a clean, green utopia. However, the truth is, plenty of New Zealand is a rotting dungheap. In fact, here’s a recent story from …
In Crust We Trust: Vol 36
“The [d-]beat is not a neutral entity. It is a pulse, a weapon, a sanctuary, a demand. There is no opting out. To listen is to take a side. To [mosh] dance is to vote …
Rudimentary Dweebi: ICWT’s Favorite ’25 EPs
“And right now… right now… right now it’s time to… kick out the jams, motherfuckers!” – Rob Tyner, “Kick Out the Jams” Kia ora, allies, acquaintances, and soon-to-be nemeses. Welcome to part deux of ICWT’s …
Behind The Realms Of Dorkness: ICWT’s Favorite ‘25 LPs
“Brothers and sisters, the time has come for each and every one of you to decide whether you are gonna be the problem, or whether you are gonna be the solution!” – Brother J. C. …
Razored Raw: Maced / Postnatal Abortion Split
I don’t know what it’s like in your neck of the woods, but down here, in Aotearoa New Zealand, there’s often been a reluctance from fringe music-makers and DIY labels to celebrate their creative successes. …
In Crust We Trust: A Roachleg Addendum
Kia ora, crüe. It’s always the way, innit!?! You spend weeks writing a War and Peace-length round-up of recent punk releases, and then 30 seconds after you submit the damn thing, out of nowhere, a …
In Crust We Trust: Vol 33
Kia ora, crüe. I recommend gathering a few provisions before starting this month’s edition of ICWT. I’ve gone long-form (real long), and I’d strongly advise you to stock up on food and water if you …