Remission - Demo (2008)
Easily one of my current favorite bands. Definite One Step Ahead and Verbal Assault influence and this demo is simply amazing. Listened to it once and instantly fell in love. These boys are from Chile so I don't know the likelihood of catching a show of theirs, but get this demo anyway and love it. They also have an LP out called 'Accept' so check that out, too. Enjoy.
Freewill - Almost Again (1995)
Orange County emo/hardcore band from the early 90's. Later changed their name to Stone Telling, but this album is better in my opinion. Once you get past the horrible vocals on this record you'll soon realize that they aren't really bad at all, and that they actually make the band that much better. I love this record. Enjoy.
Mindset - Realpower (2008)
React! Records has a roster of some fucking awesome bands, and Mindset isn't an exception. This is their debut EP and it's fucking awesome. Everything from the cover (Brotherhood inspired?) to the 4 songs it contains. Hailing from Baltimore, Maryland, this straight edge band is making a name. Get this EP and check them out when they are in your area. Enjoy.
Undertow - Edge Of Quarrel (1994)
Lost & Found does it again. This is a collection of Undertow songs from their demo and some 7"s all on one CD. The original 7" for this was released in 1991 I believe, but Undertow was a Seattle hardcore band in the 90's and they ruled. Screw the haters. Enjoy.
About To Break - Demo (2009)
I haven't heard many new bands but NYC lately, but this one is a great find! Melodic youth crew inspired, this 5-song demo sounds awesome! Great riffs, cool sing-a-long parts, etc. I hope to hear more from this band soon because this demo rules! Homie don't play that. Enjoy.
Face Reality - Positive Change (2009)
Easily one of the best current bands, Face Reality (whose name came from the band Hard Stance?) plays straight edge youth crew style hardcore with their own touch to it. It is highly recommended you check out this record because it's easily one of the best records of 2009. Michigan Straight Edge in your face! Enjoy.
Hands Tied - S/T (1996)
