Monday, August 31st, 2015
North Carolina legends of political hardcore punk, Catharsis, plowed through Philly's Vox Populi performance space with a cast of heavy hitters including tour mates Die Young out of Texas, and rounded out by Philly's own Future/Primitive and Die Choking.
This August performance marked Catharsis's first Philadelphia appearance in over 15 years. Playing a full hour-plus set painted with lead vocalist Brian's heavily engrossing dialogue with the audience, many in attendance will agree that Catharsis provide a sermon-esque experience that is truly cathartic on many levels. But we're not talking religion here. Unity, passion, animal-rights and anti-fascist themes backed a powerhouse band that has provided the DNA to modern metalcore sounds long ...
Wednesday, January 30th, 2013
You have to tip your hat to the few DIY labels that have managed to not only survive, but flourish throughout the massive transition the record industry has undergone over the past decade. And by flourish, we’re not talking about getting rich. We’re talking about hard work and a true dedication to an art form that inspires with a consistent output of meaningful creativity. With iTunes and electronic media surpassing physical sales, and even such mainstays as Spin magazine pulling its hard copies from shelves, it is evident music fans are becoming more niche oriented and knowledgeable. There’s no more gamble when purchasing a record, chances are you’ve heard ...
Friday, August 31st, 2012
A389 Recordings has just released details and ticket information for their IX Anniversary Bash. The bash will be held at Baltimore's Ottobar on January 18 and 19th 2013 and will feature legendary acts Catharsis, Integrity, Despise You, and more renowned hardcore, powerviolence, and d-beat influenced bands.
A389 Records reports:
UPDATE!!! - More band and days announced HERE
(Temporary Flyer..Jeff Beckman is designing the actual poster art)
A389 RECORDINGS IX ANNIVERSARY BASH
THE OTTOBAR, BALTIMORE, MD
FRIDAY JANUARY 18th, 2013
INTEGRITY
CATHARSIS
GEHENNA
FULL OF HELL
CYNARAE
ILSA
OLD LINES
SATURDAY JANUARY 19th, 2013
LEFT FOR DEAD
DESPISE ...
North Carolina legends of political hardcore punk, Catharsis, plowed through Philly's Vox Populi performance space with a cast of heavy hitters including tour mates Die Young out of Texas, and rounded out by Philly's own Future/Primitive and Die Choking.
This August performance marked Catharsis's first Philadelphia appearance in over 15 years. Playing a full hour-plus set painted with lead vocalist Brian's heavily engrossing dialogue with the audience, many in attendance will agree that Catharsis provide a sermon-esque experience that is truly cathartic on many levels. But we're not talking religion here. Unity, passion, animal-rights and anti-fascist themes backed a powerhouse band that has provided the DNA to modern metalcore sounds long ...
