Most Underrated Hardcore and Metalcore Bands
This will list some of the most underappreciated and underrated bands in the Hardcore/Metalcore genre. Vote for what you think is the most underrated.
Destroy the Machines is a Hardcore classic! A band that doesn't get a lot of recognition but definitely should. This band is probably my personal favorite out of all the bands on this list which is why I put them at number 1.
Gorilla Biscuits is a New York-based hardcore punk band originally formed in 1987. The band currently consists of Anthony Civarelli, Walter Schreifels, Arthur Smilios, Alex Brown and Luke Abbey, and is signed to Revelation Records. Only around in the late 80s but these guys were incredible! They have released 2 albums and both are pretty great hardcore punk records.
They also can be considered Crossover Thrash as well. These guys have a pretty big cult following and their honestly one of the best hardcore bands in existence
Infest is an American powerviolence band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 1986. They are often credited with helping to pioneer the powerviolence subgenre, which combines elements of hardcore punk with extreme metal. Known for their intense live performances and socio-political lyrics, Infest has a dedicated cult following. Their music is characterized by its brevity, often featuring songs that last less than a minute but pack a powerful punch. Pioneers of Powerviolence and an incredibly underappreciated band. Please note that most of their stuff is not on many streaming services. They have some albums on YouTube. No Man's Slave and their self-titled.
Screaming for Change is insanely good hardcore punk album that doesn't get a whole lot of attention.
Miss May I is an American metalcore band from Troy, Ohio. Formed in 2007, they signed to Rise Records in 2008 and released their debut album, Apologies Are for the Weak through the label while the members were still attending high school.
Pretty underrated when it comes to recognition for hardcore music. They veered into Heavy Metal later in their career as well
Their first two LP are masterpieces. They blend in virtuosity, speed and power without forgeting about harmony and melody. Give them a try or go feed the sharks.
They also as well can be considered Crossover Thrash in some cases. They have a pretty good set of albums to choose from. I'd say start with Scratch the Surface
Beyond Repair is an awesome Metalcore album. These guys would later go in a more groove metal direction in the mid 2000s.
Only one album, "The One Thing That Still Holds True" and it's worth checking out if your want some underrated hardcore stuff
The Amity Affliction is an Australian metalcore band from Gympie, Queensland, formed in 2003. The band's current line-up consists of Ahren Stringer, Joel Birch, and Dan Brown.
Architects is a British Metalcore band formed in 2004 in Brighton, East Sussex. Consisting of five band members, Architects' discography consists of seven studio albums and one split EP.
Heaven Shall Burn are a German metalcore band from Saalfeld, formed in 1996. The band consists of vocalist Marcus Bischoff, guitarists Maik Weichert and Alexander Dietz, bassist Eric Bischoff and drummer Christian Bass. These guys are pretty sick, I would definitely recommend them.
Definitely worth checking if you are any fan of Hardcore punk. They have some underappreciated hardcore music in their discography.
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