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Ambush

2009-10-31

New brutal UKHC from members of Special Move, Taking Names, Six Ft Ditch, BDF, 50 Caliber, Maldito, Beg For Mercy, Awoken and Eviscerate AD.

Long-awaited debut cd "Forward Into Hell" is now out on Rucktion!
Brand new lineup now active and booking shows!

BDF

2009-10-15

Brought together in 1999 by Pelbu Knuckledust, BDF aimed to bring a metal edge to the heavy hardcore scene in London.

Fusing elements of the metal club scene and underground hardcore scene, BDF quickly gained a following in London playing with local hardcore and metal acts as well as bigger US hardcore bands such as Madball, 25 Ta Life and Krutch.

Pelbu's deep barking voice combined with Pete's raw screams provide a double barreled vocal rape and pillage.

Musically, BDF draw upon classic and technical metal influences mixed with contemporary metalcore but maintaining a hardcore attitude and following, bringing to mind bands such as All Out War, E-Town Concrete and Irate.

Billy Club Sandwich

2009-09-22

Formed in the mid 90's, BILLYCLUB SANDWICH play straight up raw and heavy New York Hardcore, mixing tales of personal struggle and disgust with a lighter look at life that is uniquely theirs.

These Bronx veterans draw plenty of influence from their neighbourhood, throwing in influences as different as thrash, hip hop and even merengue into the mix yet always tying them to an unmistakable NYHC stomp and groove. Equally competent at the traditional and the original, BCS move effortlessly between crazed blasting bursts of speed and ridiculously heavy beatdowns.

While they are more than capable of delivering a raging primal slab of HC, the creative and playful side of the band in their approach to song structures and subjects is equally evident throughout their releases. This fresh approach and BCS's mix of Spanish and English lyrics have won them respect far beyond their roots, including interest (as well as tourin gopportunities) in Puerto Rico, Europe, Japan and beyond.
Harsh, frantic playing and unbelievably harsh vocals are all too common in Hardcore these days - the refreshing and original approach BCS bring to the modern hardcore scene is sure to shatter misconceptions and vent frustrations, through both righteous anger and off kilter humour.

Blades Of Unity

2009-10-14

From Liverpool, UK featuring Craw from Six Ft Ditch sharing vocals with the infamous Mugsey! Also Pete now in Precinct 13.
RIP

Broken Oath

2009-10-14

From Glasgow, Scotland, harsh metallic hardcore with female vocals!

RIP

Bun Dem Out

2009-06-28

Formed in 2005, London's Bun Dem Out are an insanely heavy fusion of metallic new school style and old school hardcore attitude.

Firmly entrenched in the London beatdown sound, the band have nevertheless proved themselves capable of transcending labels and creating a strong, unique identity. Bun Dem Out's music is given an extra dimension with the instantly recognisable vocals of Pierre (Knuckledust/BDF), giving them a distinctive edge and setting them apart from the metalcore herd.

With crushing beatdowns sure to ignite any dance floor and hard-hitting lyrical content, Bun Dem Out are without doubt a brutal, unprovoked smash to the face, London style.

"The Few The Deep" full-length cd available from Rucktion now!

Burning Scars Of Betrayal

2009-10-31

From the ashes of Divide rose Burning Scars Of Betrayal to carry the flag for Glasgow Hardcore on an international level.
Managing to incorporate brutality and melody to explosive effect the guys have been working on new material for Rucktion.

Chains Of Hate

2009-10-15

New band outta Cardiff, Wales, ex-members of Twist The Knife.
Debut mcd out now on Rucktion!

Deal With It

2009-10-14

Formed in early 2006, Leeds' DEAL WITH IT unleash a thrashing crossover nightmare, dark and metallic yet unmistakably hardcore in attitude. Brimming with bleak riffs and bleaker visions of a world moving ever closer to destruction, the band are clearly influenced by late 80's New York Hardcore but have instilled their take on this classic formula with a passion and conviction unique to them. Over the course of their releases DEAL WITH IT have honed themselves into a unit equally at home in the studio laying down tight well-written crossover with acomplished musicianship and searing guitar solos, or punishing audiences with their ferocious live performance, featuring an out-ofcontrol frontman also unafraid to speak his mind. Hard-hitting and with something to say, DEAL WITH IT have taken the sound of the past and instilled it with a frightening relevance to today's climate of fear and uncertainty.

Deathskulls

2009-10-31

Deathskulls formed early 2003 in Southend, Essex and set out to play their style of Old Skool Hardcore mixed in with a bit of Oi! for good measure; taking such bands as Negative Approach and Bonecrusher as influences. Since 2003 Deathskulls have played up and down the UK anywhere from pubs, clubs, squats to backyards. In 2006 they did a 5 date mini tour of Sweden. In their time they have played with Hardcore greats Murphy's Law and MDC. Deathskulls have had several releases including 3 split 7''s, split CD, CD EP, and a CD album. Deathskulls have a brand new album out in 2010 on Rucktion Records! Check the store for Deathskulls' previous releases.

Diction

2009-10-14

With a solid line-up for over 10 years now, Diction have developed into a fearsome live presence, having played with the likes of Shattered Realm, Everybody Gets Hurt and Krutch.

Mixing traditional old-school NYHC, mosh and metalcore elements, a little bit of London flavour, and a unique blend of 6 and 7-string guitars, Diction have cultivated a distinct, abrasive and memorable sound.

Their debut release 'Escalating Unholy War' (a 4-way split with Freebase, Set Against and Eviscerate AD) on Unity Worldwide Recordings, documents the early development of this sound, which was fully realised when the band unleashed their material on the Ninebar/Diction/Kartel South London split CD and their debut full length 'From the depths'.

Divide

2009-10-14

Glasgow's Divide play straight up hardcore the way it was meant to (and these day all too often doesn't) sound.
No recycled band logos or self-conscious posturing from these fuckers - with seven years of experience under their belts, Divide's honest, passionate melodic yet hard style is a breath of fresh air in today's oversaturated scene. Madball, Sick of it All or On The Rise are all valid comparisons, but this is no cloning of a winning formula, as more than enough of Divide's personality and soul shines through their music to convince the listener that this lot really fucking mean it.
Positive without coming off as sappy, and angry, but not just for the sake of it, their debut release 'When all else fails' simply drips with heart-felt sincerity. Divide have been too long the UK's best kept secret...
RIP

Flawless Victory

2009-10-31

LBU new blood band currently working on their debut release for Rucktion.

Hard Target

2009-10-31

New, heavy shit outta Milton Keynes, UK, bringin' a new flavour to the Rucktion familia! After a well-received demo release, we are proud to announce Hard Target will be recording their new release for Rucktion in the new year. Full-colour demo with all lyrics available from the Rucktion shop for £2. Check it out!

Hellbent Diehard

2009-10-14

Rising from the ashes of Croydon metalcore unit Downtrodden, Hellbent Diehard contains members of Ninebar, Diction and Last Hours of Torment. They can only really be described as one of the most original bands to emerge from the London scene in recent times. The group have proved themselves impossible to categorize, playing an inspired hybrid of hardcore, punk, rock, metal, and post-hardcore. This melting pot of technicality and brutality is definitely kept on the hardcore side of things by Chris's clear, unmistakably London-accented vocals and the ferocious yet focused speed and power of the music.

With its high level of musicianship, each instrument in Hellbent Diehard's arsenal comes into its own, as straight-up speed and danceable brutality mix with intricate, technical interludes to devastating effect. There is something here for fans of numerous genres to appreciate, but look no further than this band for a truly unique and fresh approach to heavy music.

Injury Time

2009-06-28

Injury Time was a nameless project for a couple of years. Matty Nine Bar and DBS from Kartel were looking to play some good old fashioned hardcore the way they like it: fast parts, breakdowns, solos and mean vocals. With a line-up recruited from London punks 17 Stitches following their demise, the stage was set for some classic hardcore punk to take shape, mixing in heavier elements, DBS's unmistakable gruff voice and some catchy as hell guitar leads. The band switches effortlessly between catchy and driving sing-alongs, and darker, heavier bursts of speed and heaviness, demonstrating their depth and variety. Injury Time are no one-trick-ponies looking to ape one style in particular - they aspire to create their own. Their rough, negative and hateful style, full of tales of urban conflict, nihilism and denied redemption has won them fans far and wide, and their impassioned and energetic stage presence never fails to convince that they are the real deal. "The Vex", new full-length cd " out now on Rucktion!

Kartel

2009-10-14

With a predominantly South London based line-up, Kartel possess a brutal urban groove which viciously pounds through their songs. Generally influenced by the New York or New Jersey style of heavy hardcore, the band blend a wide mix of influences to create a unique but unmistakably London brand of hardcore. Kartel’s music is undoubtedly a landmark in brutal yet technical originality - elements of hip-hop and thrash metal combine with the band’s distinctive groove and off-beat, inimitable breakdowns to create a truly incomparable sound. Pete and DBS’s raw but clear vocal styles effectively contrast and mesh, spitting bitter tales of hatred, social-injustice and revenge.

Knuckledust

2009-10-14

Certainly the biggest straight up hardcore band in the UK today, Knuckledust has been together since 1995, maintaining the same line-up and never straying from their pounding sound and attitude.
Arguably one of the main catalysts for the London scene that still thrives to this day, members have also contributed to bands such as BDF, Maldito, NineBar, Deadline, The Business, Argy Bargy and Bun Dem Out.
They have played with many big names such as Hatebreed, 25 Ta Life, Krutch, Agnostic Front, Biohazard etc. and also toured the UK as support to Madball and Most Precious Blood and all over Europe with Shattered Realm etc.
Comparable to numerous bands such as Sworn Enemy, Blood For Blood, Bulldoze and Sheer Terror yet with their own distinctive London way of doing things their second full length 'Universal Struggle' on Gangstyle records will definitely increase their standing on the international scene and they will rise and rise. Latest Knuckledust releases: "Unbreakable" and "Promises Comfort Fools" on GSR and "Dustography" on Rucktion.

Ninebar

2009-06-17

Nine Bar, London's premier and undeniably influential beatdown hardcore band, have over 10 years of experience playing shows up and down the UK and overseas.

Over the last decade of demos, appearances on comps, splits and MCDs, the band have steadily evolved and progressed whilst remaining true to their initial sledgehammer sound. Heavy yet not overly metallic, with forays into speed and melody, Nine Bar are never afraid to step outside of their roots in beatdown hardcore and explore other genres, always concentrating on tunes and structures rather than crowd pleasing, repetitive chugga-chugga.

TB and Fat Tom's consistently original vocals and lyrics retain the venomous hate that has been a constant theme of their song writing, yet have diversified into other topics. Well established in their home town, Nine Bar nevertheless give the same ferocious and explosive live performance wherever they go.

Providence

2009-09-06

Formed in 2005, Providence come from the depths of filthy Paris and play dark and brutal hardcore, full of crushing breakdowns.
Since their beginning the band sought to innovate rather than imitate, intending to create a combination of social/political awareness and aggression.

Feeling that hardcore had strayed from its roots and DIY ethic into subgenres like Emo and Chaotic Metal, a good, basic, heavy sound is their aim. Providence’s style is huge, metallic and epic, yet manages to be efficient and straight up at the same time. A low and thick dual guitar sound is underpinned by intense double-bass drumming, mostly switching between mid-tempo and punishing breakdowns but occasionally breaking into full-on bursts of hardcore speed.
The hoarse-growled vocals that complete this already potent formula are complimented by monstrous gang backups, spitting out venom on a variety of topics including politics, economy and the craziness of the world, yet maintaining a poetic turn of phrase.

Providence’s violent and energetic live shows, to-the-point music and thought provoking, bleak, reflective lyrics never fail to impress live audiences. With the quintet always eager to hit the road, their fanbase is constantly expanding outside of their city and country, forging a blazing path of hardcore force and brutality that France hasn’t produced in quite some time. Providence have shared spots in France and across Europe with such notable heavyweights as Cro-Mags, Agnostic Front, Shattered Realm, Madball, Terror, Cruel Hand, Nueva Etica, Vision Of Disorder, CDC, Lionheart, Born From Pain, E-Town Concrete, 25 ta life among others...

Prowler

2009-10-31

Brutal New Blood hardcore band from North London, debut cd for Rucktion out now! Follow-up to their split demo with TRC and their classic track on our Time For Some Rucktion compilation (RUCK014).

Six Ft Ditch

2009-10-14

Formed from the ashes of Bogmonsta, Portsmouth's Six Ft Ditch are fronted by Peachey, a regular fixture in the UKHC scene since day one.
With Sparky on Guitars, Tony on drums and Craw on the bass, this band gets just and better. With member based in Portsmouth, London and Liverpool this band really is UKHC.
Their "Unlicensed Cemetary" new album is a blistering attack of heavy hardcore reality in the vein of Bulldoze, Hatebreed, Shattered Realm or Second to None. Straight up pounding no frills hardcore with hateful, murderous lyrics.
Having become mainstays in their local punk and hardcore scene, the Ditch never fail to create pit frenzy whenever they play London, maintaining a solid bond with the LBU/Rucktion Familia.

Special Move

2009-09-22

The origins of UK Hardcore veterans SPECIAL MOVE date back to the mid 1990's, and with barely any fluctuation in line-up the band had previously been together in other projects DANGER OFDEATH and UP AGAINST IT, releasing demos and playing live with other early UKHC acts such as KNUCKLEDUST and STAMPIN GROUND.

It was in 2000 that the band released their classic debut MCD, 'Dark Overlord', and they have been consistantly recording and playing out ever since, diversifying and adding a second guitarist to the mix yet always retaining the original primal passion of their early days. Along the way the band have added numerous extra elements to their music, nowadays bringing touches of thrash and classic metal into the mix alongside their basis in raw beatdown hardcore punk.

Over the years SPECIAL MOVE have consistantly brought plenty of their own personality and pride in their Essex roots into their music, and while their influences are obvious, the twist they put on them is entirely their own. The blood, sweat and dedication that the band has invested shine through in every furious live performance, and prove that rather than resting on their laurels SPECIAL MOVE constantly move ahead on their own terms.

Stout

2009-10-14

Formed in 1997, Baltimore USA's Stout continue the fine tradition of distinctive choppy, brutal hardcore that has come from that city.

Drawing on a wide range of influences, Stout manages to be incredibly heavy yet diverse. They move effortlessly from fast straight up style HC to brutal beatdowns, and menacing, dirge-like hymns of hate and revenge.

As if this wasn't enough, their apocalyptic onslaught is topped off with some of the most unique lyrical content and vocal delivery, courtesy of TAD, who is also one of the scariest looking motherfuckers whilst onstage, spitting out bitter tales of betrayal, murder and straight up insanity. The only thing left to say is that mere words do little to describe the unrelenting fury that Stout unleashes. The last word in heavy hardcore? We think so.

Surge Of Fury

2009-08-26

Formed in Liege, Belgium, back in 1997, SURGE OF FURY first came together with no other aims apart from to enjoy playing together. Over a decade later, through line-up changes and various releases, the band have never strayed from the path they have chosen, and never will. Not motivated by fame, money or anything other than the passion they feel, not swayed by criticism or seeking anyone's approval, SURGE OF FURY have only ever followed their own hearts. Although the band's roots and influences in heavy, aggressive hardcore are obvious, their approach to song writing is anything but - SURGE OF FURY's arrangements are far from typical, and always capable of keeping listeners on their toes with the way an ultra heavy, double-bass driven dance part can clobber you out of nowhere, or the fresh and imaginative twist they add to the standard hardcore song structure. Nevertheless, there is plenty in their music to prove that the band also excel at creating straight up raging ultra fast hardcore, with harsh bellowed vocals and furious group backups. With their combination of fast, manic energy and off kilter staccato heaviness, it's clear that SURGE OF FURY have sought to innovate rather than clone anything that has come before them. Honed into a tight and experienced unit by years of playing together across Europe, the band remain bonded together by the music they love, and have seen many come and go while they have continued to hold true.

Taking Names

2009-10-14

Taking Names mix influences such as Buried Alive, Shockwave, Bane and Terror into their own brand of positive, fast paced and relentless hardcore. It's easy to hear the impression left on these guys by a host of other US bands. But in true London style, these boys bring it together in their own way. Heavy breakdowns, two-steps and big sing-a-longs are never far away, this band is all about energy, honesty and passion both live and on record.

TRC

2009-10-14

TRC are an 8 man wrecking machine from North West London, formed in the spring of 2003. Drawing on influences from all over and combining harsh, street influenced hatecore with strict underground UK hip hop, they have a sound like no other.

Recent line-up changes, including drummer Chris Tyson switching to vocals, and the addition of Taking Names drummer Matt and Bun Dem Out guitarist Charlie have not dented their hard-hitting and furious live onslaught. Featuring 3 singers and some spitting courtesy of AC, which never fails to ignite the crowd and gain them attention, this is far more than your run-of-the-mill played out rapcore.

With a far more to-the-point delivery than their contemporaries, and uniquely arrogant attitude and subject matter, TRC breathe new life into a genre that is difficult to excel at, and have created a distinctive identity and a sound that is sure to bring chaos to dance floors far and wide.

True Valiance

2009-09-22

Formed in late 2006, Bristol's TRUE VALIANCE have come a long way from their origins as a group of friends playing covers and trying to kickstart a hardcore scene in their city. Having now built a strong local following and taken their energetic and passionate live set around the UK and beyond, this band is hungry to get back out there as much as possible. TRUE VALIANCE's style could be best described as mosh meets melody and message, taking Catch them live in their home town if possible - the band puts everything into their performance, and the crazed reaction of the crowd is not to be missed - but wherever they go TRUE VALIANCE bring the same devotion and dedication to the music they love, and are determined to continue down this path for as long as possible.influences from 90's metallic hardcore but adding in a more modern ferocity and some lighter, more uplifting moments of melodic sincerity. Tight musicianship welds these apparently incompatible elements together, and with a singer also capable of bridging the gap between these styles it is easy to see how TRUE VALIANCE can share bills with a diverse array of bands yet provoke the same reaction. Lyrics range from heartfelt, positive and forward-looking to furious and vengeful hatred for authority and other oppressors.

Wisdom In Chains

2009-10-14

Wisdom In Chains was started a few years back with members from America and Europe.
Maarten, a guitar player from Holland in a band called Daredevil made the call to Richie and Mad Joe who where in Krutch at the time. Maarten had the idea to start an old school band, with heavy punk and Oi influences. The three met while Krutch was on tour in Europe.
The plans where made and Maarten came to the USA to record. The group released a self entitled CD on Gangstyle Records. Only one show was ever performed by the group due to the extreme distance between the members.
Eventually Maarten who was a key writer in the band would convince Richie and Joe to find local members and keep this band going. So they recruited local guitar star and just crazy motherfucker in general Tony Meltdown. Tony was in a band called The Ninth Plague and basically shreds on the guitar. Shannon Sparky was brought in on drums, he was a logical choice. Shannon also played with Richie and Mad Joe in another band called Out To Win (aka MUSHMOUTH). The search was on for the bass player, and the only guy that could jam with these cats was Big Show Greg, a local trouble maker and drunk.
The new line-up was complete and now the band is hitting the highways and playing killer street rock with heavy old school HC and OI influence.
The members of this band have played and toured with other bands like Krutch, FCK, The Ninth Plague, Boxcutter, Out To Win, Feeble and others, they are no new jack fuckos. They paid their dues and they do this music shit well.

"Raising The Bar" cd

2009-07-19

The mighty Ninebar's long awaited full-length cd. The LBU's finest are back once again with 12 brand-new songs of pure realness, comparable to the likes of Sheer Terror, Bulldoze, Fury Of V, Neglect and Breakdown.. Get ready to be crushed by this South London attack! Guest vocals by Pierre (Knuckledust, Bun Dem Out, BDF, Maldito), Aldito (TRC, Maldito), Peachey (Six Ft Ditch) & DBS (Kartel, Injury Time, Maldito).

"In My Tox City" cd

2009-08-26

Straight outta Tox City, aka Liege, Belgium, comes the third full-length CD by SURGE OF FURY. Containing 15 tracks of monstrous street-level hardcore, "IN MY TOX CITY" is a mix of straight-ahead raging speed and vicious stop-and-start brutality that definitely gives the band a unique identity. Tracks like the opener "Dedication" and the ultra-fast "Forever" prove that SURGE OF FURY are much more than competent at injecting the hardcore basics into their sound, and the band even throw in touches like the football terrace style change on "LGHC" and some Oi! Oi! backups, adding a raucous, punky edge and proving they are willing to experiment outside of what is expected from their style. But what really sets SURGE OF FURY apart from the pack is the pounding, choppy groove that pulsates throughout the course of the album, always appearing when you least expect it and each time building up to a ferociously heavy conclusion. Filled with original song writing, manic speed and huge beats sure to get any crowd moving, topped-off with harsh roared vocals and huge group backups, SURGE OF FURY blend innovation and tradition to devastating effect. "IN MY TOX CITY" truly captures the sound of a band filled with energy and passion for what they do.
For fans of: Bulldoze, Fury of Five, Billy Club Sandwich.

"Far Beyond Our Depth" mcd

2009-09-22

Paris' Providence destroy everything in their path with 7 tracks of monstrous metallic fury on their debut MCD 'Far Beyond Our Depth'.

Total new school hardcore brutality filled with devastating beatdowns and crushing mid-tempo stomp parts, Providence's downtuned mix of basic bludgeoning aggression and more complex structures conjures up a dark and bleak vision. Sure to inspire frenzied reactions with its punishing and drawn-out danceparts, 'Far Beyond Our Depth' features furious double-bass drumming overlayed with a dense and impenetrable wall of dual guitars.

Hoarse vocals, with occasional spoken passages, and huge gang backups complete the equation, as do distinctive and original elements such as the hip-hop influenced drumming on 'Tentacles of Evilution' or the melodic singalongs on the epic closing track 'This is Filthy Paris'.

The menacing poetry of Providence's lyrics is reflected in the bleak yet beautiful artwork, the perfect accompaniment to titles such as 'Swim and Sink' and 'With Broken Wings' which are filled with veiled meaning and menacing imagery. Of course, many bands in this day and age can boast similar elements to their style, but the efficiency, economy and to-the-point aggression Providence display is sure to set them head and shoulders above the competition.
Not one note is wasted, making 'Far Beyond Our Depth' a breathtaking and accomplished metallic hardcore debut.

"Curse Of The Blackwater" cd

2009-09-22

Essex hardcore legends Special Move are back once again, proving that time has mellowed neither their sound nor attitude. Their years of experience are definitely evident on their third release, as the 'Level 4 The Game Of Death' MCD proves their mastery of the genre. A collection of instant beatdown classics, Special Move's speed and numerous gang vocals on this album keep their style firmly on the hardcore side of things. Add in their devastating metallic edge and brutal danceparts and the band's wide appeal becomes obvious. Scott's harsh bark is the perfect match to the venom of Special Move's music, spitting inspirational lyrics. His incitements to seize the day and reminders of the short time we have here on this planet.

"The Usual Suspects" mcd

2009-09-22

Brewed in the heart of the Beatdown Bronx, BILLY CLUB SANDWICH's sound is a metallic batch of crunching riffs, intense drumming and a vocal growl that bleeds New York City Hardcore. Powerfully combining off-kilter melodic grooves with bi-lingual lyrics, the foursome (Martin Gonzalez - Vocals, Tony Malone - Guitar, Gary Muttley - Bass, Glen Lorieo - Drums) have been creating some of the most uniquely aggressive music in the New York Hardcore scene for more than ten years.

Building on the strength of their live shows and first two strong Eps (1997's "Hold The Bologna" and 2001's "Superheroes At Leisure") Billy Club Sandwich cemented themselves as a leadeer amongst the NYHC scene. A wrecking crew both live and in the studio, 2004 saw them release their first full-length album on Inner Strength Records titled "Chin Music".

Having played over the last few years with a virtual hall of fame among various hardcore scenes in the US, Puerto Rico and in Europe, BCS felt it was time to return to the studio, what transpired is the hard-hitting release "The Usual Suspects". Throwing in flourishes of genres as far flung as Merengue and Thrash, Billy Club Sandwich's release on Dead City (NY) and Rucktion is hard-hitting guitars, deep pocket grooves and Spanish/English lyrics dealing with everything from corruption to wild party nights. Tracks such as "Bottom Of The Barrel" show the studio polish of a veteran band, while new flourishes in tracks like "Shark Tank" eye the future for these hard-working hard-living Hardcore heroes.
Features 3 bonus videos!

Previous releases available from the Rucktion shop:

"Superheroes At Leisure" mcd

"Chin Music" cd

"Hooked On Revenge" mcd

2009-09-22

At the forefront of Bristol's growing scene, TRUE VALIANCE's debut release clobbers you round the head with six tracks of classic and sincere metallic UKHC, unmistakably English in attitude and delivery. 'Hooked on Revenge' brings to mind the sound that previous bands from the South West of the UK made their own, mixing dark, pounding tunes with an inspirational attitude. Themes of vengence and hope run both musically and lyrically through this EP, from the positive message and energy of 'Values' to the furious stomp and hatred of authority conveyed by the title track. These emotions are equally evident in singer Andy, as his voice moves between a guttural scream and a clearer, more traditional shouted style. Crammed full of tight musicianship, furious danceable brutality and old-school speed, 'Hooked on Revenge' is an impressive and confident debut from a young band already accomplished enough to carry the torch and secure the future of UKHC for another generation.

"End Time Prophecies" cd

2009-10-14

Leeds' DEAL WITH IT tear your face off with 11 tracks of apocalyptic crossover savagery on their debut full-length. With a sound coming straight out of the late 80's, combined with biting lyrical content relevant to the times we live in, 'End Time Prophecies' truly is the soundtrack to the end of the world.

This is the kind of furious thrashing and stomping brutality that conjures up images of skins and longhairs fighting in the pit, in a bygone age when the scenes they represented were not so comfortable with one another. Mixing the speed and attitude of hardcore with the darkness and searing intricate solos of metal, Mike's crucial vocals switch effortlessly between an impassioned, classic bark and some heart-felt crooning, painting bleak visions of a planet that will only get worse before it can get better.

Featuring some jaw-dropping hand drawn cover art by Ed Repka (Megadeth, Nuclear Assault etc.), 'End Time Prophecies' is the aural equivalent of walking the war-torn streets, avoiding junkies, gangs and dealers while searching for the truth and mistrusting the powers that be.

s/t cd

2009-10-14

South London's Hellbent Diehard blend a bewildering array of diverse influences on their unique debut CD. Despite being held together by a continuous brutal street-level groove, the band journeys through a myriad of styles, taking from hardcore, punk, rock, metal and post-hardcore to create an intricate and technical sound that, it is safe to say, is completely their own yet fits in well with the acts alongside them on Rucktion Records.

Combining the above influences in a convincing manner requires a high standard of musicianship, and without doubt this is something the band possesses in abundance. Guitar and bass solos abound, held together by some ultra-tight and distinctive drum patterns. Of course, with such a broad vision it's crucial that the voice of the band matches its musical power, and vocalist Chris is clearly up to the task. His clear and unmistakably London-accented vocals also experiment with melody and gruffness, as the rest of the band occasionally add their own lines to keep the variation going. In a scene saturated with clones, Hellbent Diehard's debut unquestionably stands alone and without equal as ultra-ambitious and conceptual, yet unmistakably hardcore. This band delivers on all fronts and it is hard not to be impressed by their simultaneous intelligence and brutality.

"Destroy And Rebuild" cd

2009-10-14

The long overdue debut full-length from North West London's TRC, 'Destroy and Rebuild' delivers 10 furious and to-the-point tracks that come out swinging and don't let up. Back with a revamped line-up, the band have in no way compromised their legendary arrogant attitude and delivery, and they most definitely have the skills to musically back this up.

TRC's sound is brutal, stripped down to basics heavy hardcore. Not a note is wasted, yet there is still room for occasional moments of intricate musicianship amongst the frantic bursts of speed and monstrous breakdowns, whilst the four-way vocal attack ensures variety and depth. The band also present a different approach to blending rap and hardcore, as their addition of this to the mix never compromises the intensity of the music or detracts from its primal power. The fact that it is adapted to the relentless pounding tempo of the music keeps things from descending into typical rapcore clich�.

As 'Destroy and Rebuild' ushers in a new era for TRC, the band have at last delivered the album that the insanity of their live performance has always threatened us with, a defiant smack to the face that really does define cocky and dares you to challenge this.

"Sleep Bitch" cd

2009-10-14

Stout, Baltimore USA's hardest, return with their second full-length release, once again flipping the whole concept of heavy hardcore completely on its head.

'Sleep Bitch' is a truly unstoppable mix of raging, fast old-style hardcore, so well-written and immediately classic that it will instantly lodge itself in your mind.

The other end of Stout's unique sound is their unbelievably heavy and doom-laden slower edge - witness how the band effortlessly crosses from the upbeat 'Emissaries' to the crushing metallic onslaught of 'She'.

The crazed lyrical vision of TAD somehow surpasses even the psychotic mood of their debut. Truly one of the most adventurous and unique voices in modern hardcore, his offbeat and war-like delivery is completely fresh and undeniably menacing.

Overall, 'Sleep Bitch' is the definition of raw, savage and menacing heavy hardcore, tailor-made to leave a trail of dance floor devastation in its wake.

"Rise Of The Guttersnipe" cd

2009-10-14

Staunchly original and heavy hardcore from South London, off-key rhythms and devastating dual vocals crossed with insane metallic leads.

South London's Kartel bring something truly unique to the table with their long awaited full-length 'Rise of the Guttersnipe'. Based in heavy hardcore, the ideas the band have brought in from outside the traditional bring a fresh new outlook to what can be a tired genre if not done right. Whilst drawing inspiration from hip-hop and thrash metal is nothing out of the ordinary in this day and age, the way the band applies these influences truly sets them apart.

With their distinctive tempos, deceptive breaks and constant groove, Kartel have next to no reliance on what you would expect, yet can still hit you with the basic smack round the head that the title track delivers. Rammed with ferocious dance-parts and caustic (yet occasionally melodic) vocals, the music on 'Rise of the Guttersnipe' sounds just as inspirational as its title.

"Given Half A Chance" mcd

2009-10-14

Broken Oath hit the studio in spring 2007 and came up with 8 brand new crushing tracks of intense and brutal, female-fronted Glasgow hardcore.

Follow up to their Rucktion debut "Blood Cleanse The Streets", "Given Half A Chance" is a more focussed and straight up record that will surely put GHC & Scotland on the map!

For fans of 50 Caliber, Shattered Realm & Walls Of Jericho.

"Dustography" 2cd

2009-10-14

The long-awaited, complete Knuckledust discography on double cd, including all the tracks they've ever released up to their first two cds on GSR "Universal Struggle" and "Unbreakable" (2 tracks from each are included here).
50 tracks , massive booklet with all lyrics and pictures, from 1996 to 2006. Raw, sincere, brutal and inspirational, London hardcore at its best. A must for every hardcore & punk kid out there!
Out on Rucktion Records 21/05/07!

Wisdom In Chains/Injury Time split cd

2009-10-14

Hate-fueled old school hardcore celebrating the BFLBU bond with 4 songs each, from the East Coast's finest Wisdom In Chains and London's realest Injury Time.
The streets are ugly, here's the proof!

Other Wisdom In Chains releases available from the Rucktion shop:

"Wisdom In Chains" cd (repress)

"Class War" cd

"Everything You Know" cd (out soon!)

WIC dvd

s/t mcd

2009-10-14

Bun Dem Out LBU's debut MCD!
Heavy metallic beatdown hardcore
featuring Pierre (Knuckledust/ BDF/Maldito) on vocals and members of TRC, Lost Sight & Flawless Victory.
Check out www.myspace.com/bundemoutlbu

"From The Depths" cd

2009-10-14

South London's Diction full-length cd. This massivly recieved debut album is still available, blending the old and the new to savage effect. Uncompromising London hardcore for fans of Knuckledust, Ninebar & Sworn Enemy.
Also includes the demo tracks:
1.Beatro
2.End of days
3.There's only one way to go
4.Learn to regret

"Level 4 The Game Of Death" mcd

2009-10-14

In your face beatdown moshcore from Essex, EBD style! Make sure you check this one out. Amazing artwork from Scott and quality lyrics. 7 tracks of vicious metallic hardcore Essex style, UK. For fans of Irate, Shattered Realm & All Out War.

"And if you stand in my way, I will move you all..."

Urban Legends 2005

2009-10-14

The notorious Ninebar's first EP "Urban Legends" (2001) remastered and re-released with their "1999BAR Live" demo as bonus tracks!
Straight up, aggressive no frills hardcore, think Bulldoze/Sheer Terror/Neglect/Fury Of Five made in South London! Featuring members of Knuckledust & Maldito. 15 tracks in total!

"Blood Cleanse The Streets" mcd

2009-10-14

7 tracks of raw metallic hardcore from one of the UK's most intense bands. Blending dark melodies with brutal crushing riffs and intelligent lyrics, Broken Oath are on the rise. For fans of 50 Caliber, Shattered Realm & Walls Of Jericho.

"Die Young" cd

2009-10-14

PA supergroup featuring members and ex-members of Out To Win/Mushmouth, Krutch, The Ninth Plague, Boxcutter & more. For fans of old school melodic hardcore like Warzone or early Sick of It All with a streetpunk influence. Think Blood For Blood meets Cockney Rejects. This European pressing contains one exclusive bonus track (17+1). Just get this!

Other Wisdom In Chains releases available from the Rucktion shop:

"Wisdom In Chains" cd (repress)

"Class War" cd

"Everything You Know" cd (out soon!)

WIC dvd

"This Guided Youth" mcd

2009-10-14

Debut MCD from one of London's newest bands, Taking Names. Positive, fast paced and relentless hardcore that has been winning crowds all over the UK & Europe. They also undertook a very successful tour of West Coast of the USA! For fans of Buried Alive, Bane and Terror.

"Unlicensed Cemetary" cd

2009-10-14

Second Six Ft Ditch release, already receiving high praise following a slew of dates in the UK and abroad. A bunch of new tracks plus a few other goodies here make this a definite bargain at �6.90 postpaid. The terror begins again!

s/t cd

2009-10-14

The European release of STOUT's full-length with extra bonus tracks from the demo. Hard as nails hardcore from Baltimore, USA, for fans of Sheer Terror and Next Step Up. "... I'm gonna go out on a limb and say this is probably one of the hardest CDs ever. How a band's sound can be so brutal without having to resort to chugga is amazing. The songs rage along from faster paced tracks to solid beatdown-style riffs to dirge like songs seamlessly. Total unrelenting brutality. Great songs, excellent recording, intense lyrics... I can't find a bad thing about this CD. The sheer heaviness of this band along with TAD's delivery on vocals & lyrics puts this band in a league of their own." (Indecent Exposure webzine)

V/A "Time For Some Rucktion" cd

2009-10-14

The TIME FOR SOME RUCKTION comp, 15 exclusive previously unreleased tracks from UKHC's hardest!

Featuring Six Ft Ditch, Taking Names, Prowler, Broken Oath, 17 Stitches, Hellbent Diehard, Special Move, Blades Of Unity, Maldito, Lost Sight, Ninebar, TRC, Kartel, Diction & Knuckledust.

"Backpack Full Of C4" mcd

2009-10-14

The blistering debut release from Liverpool's notorious B.O.U. A no-holds-barred 7 track crimewave of brutal metallic hardcore! Straight up aggressive dual vocals shared by Craw (from Six Ft Ditch) and Mugsey.

"When All Else Fails" mcd

2009-10-14

The long-awaited debut cd from Glasgow, Scotland's finest. 7 tracks of inspirational , no-frills heavy hitting old school hardcore with a melodic edge from one of the UK's oldest and most underated bands. Any of you kids into the current old school revival will be well into this as should ANY self-respecting hardcore fan!!! Think the speed and melody of Gorilla Biscuits crossed with the crunch and sincerity of Madball, with a bit of SOIA, Slapshot & On The Rise thrown in there too!!!

"North West Kings" mcd

2009-10-14

LBU new blood! Straight up brutal London hardcore mixing old style & new style, with a strong rap influence running through it.
Out of print for a while, the repress of TRC's debut mcd is now in stocks!
7 tracks of brutal street-edge hardcore mixing crushing riffs with old style speed provide the background to a multiple vocal attack and a grimy hip hop edge. For fans of Boxcutter, E-Town Concrete and Krutch!

"Southbound" split cd

2009-10-14

3-way split between Kartel, Ninebar and Diction. A south London hardcore compilation! NJ/NY heavy hc style for Kartel (feat. members of BDF & Maldito), Sheer Terror/Bulldoze style from the notorious Ninebar (now with Chris Diction on 2nd guitar) and old style NYHC mixed with mosh & metalcore from Diction.
9 tracks.

"Return Of The Three Swords" cd

2009-10-14

In your face beatdown moshcore from Essex, full-length follow up to "Dark Overlord" from these long-standing UKHC soldiers. 13+1 tracks.

Completing a trilogy from Special Move, released on EBD records/Rucktion records. The long awaited follow up to 2000's Dark Overlord, 13 hard-hitting tracks, continuing where "Dark Overlord" left off, with the bonus added assault of dual guitars of metal filled hardcore brutality adding a darker side to the now infamous Special Move EBD sound!

New CD out now on Rucktion, their fourth release on Rucktion! (RUCK035)

"Faces Of Death" mcd

2009-10-14

Classic, first release from Hampshire's most hated! Brutal thug core for fans of Shattered Realm, Irate & One Life Crew. A must have for every family party!

Currently unavailable. To be repressed again soon

"Dark Overlord" mcd

2009-10-14

Special Move's first MCD from 2000 back in stock! Rucktion & Household Name Records co-release.

A true UKHC classic!

"Cold Harsh Reality" mcd

2009-10-15

Chains of Hate were formed from the ashes of Twist The Knife (Cardiff Hardcore, Wales). More inspired than before, Speed and Jammo stayed as they were (guitar and bass), Tommy stepped up to vocal duties and good friend Jordan (Elsid) completed the lineup as the new drummer.

As summer '09 approached, Chains Of Hate joined the notorious Rucktion Records family. Their debut album is due as is a stint around Europe with their brothers in True Valiance. No one can stop'em now. Let the games begin....

"Cold Harsh Reality", debut mcd out now on Rucktion Records!

"First Family" mcd

2009-10-27

Formed in 1999, BDF recorded their first demo 'Skrillah 4 Da Killah' which surfaced in 2000.

In 2002 they released their first mcd 'First Family' on Rucktion Records also introducing DBS from Kartel/Injury Time to the world.
Last available release was their 2004 split CD with Denied from New York on Filled With Hate Records from Germany.

In late 2004 Ali left the band to concentrate more on having jokes and drinking, he still remains good friends with the rest of us (and our new drummer, our old friend Dave MKBOOOOO).

There has been talk of a possible reunion in 2010....

"Stand Strong" mcd

2009-10-27

Truest Straight XXX Edge UKHC from a well respected era of our scene.
Manchester's original youth crew nailed to the X and side by side with the LBU long out of print 6 song mcd which followed their split seven inch with Knuckledust.

"Time Won't Heal This" cd

2009-10-28

London's own Knuckledust's long out of print debut full-length, released in co-operation with the no longer active Blackfish Records who followed this cd up with the KD vs Unite and KD vs Stampin Ground splits, all of which can be found remastered on the Rucktion-released "Dustography" (RUCK026).

"Urban Legends" mcd

2009-10-30

Absolutly legendary release from the truest London beatdown hardcore band still playing today. Long out of print version but all songs can be found on the remastered repackaged repress which also contains their earlier 1999bar live release.

Expect a brand new full length in 2010.

"Area Effect vs Knuckledust" 7"

2009-10-30

Uniting the Northern and Southern DIY scenes back in the late 90's with this musical document.

Classic UKHC!

"1999Bar" tape

2009-10-30

Classic live set from London beatdown hardcore specialists Ninebar.
Available on the "Urban legends" mcd repress out now.

'Forward Into Hell' mcd

2009-11-23

New UKHC band featuring Scott Special Move on vocals alongside ex-members of Taking Names, Six Ft Ditch, Eviscerate A.D., Beg For Mercy, Awoken and more recently Beat Down Fury, Maldito & 50 Caliber.

Debut full-length cd out now!

"Strictly 3.5" cd

2010-01-19

LBU New Blood! Long-overdue Prowler debut full-length cd out now on Rucktion!

Better be ready for this! 13 tracks in total.

Promoters get in touch, Prowler are currently booking shows, wherever u are...

"The Vex" cd

2010-01-19

Long-awaited full-length from London's best hardcore punk band Injury Time!

Tune after tune, classic, relentless stuff, including a Maldito cover and bonus tracks!

Featuring members of Kartel, Ninebar, 17 Stiches and other LBU familia members! Out now on Rucktion Records!

Providence December US Eastcoast Tourdates

2009-08-18

Providence are on tour on the US Eastcoast with CDC this December. Latest update!

18th Dec 2009 @ Blue Violet Cafe, Rochester, PA
19th Dec 2009 @ The Urban Warzone, Duncansville, PA
20th Dec 2009 @ Rides, Herkimer, NY
21st Dec 2009 @ South Street Stage, Waterbury, CT
22nd Dec 2009 @ Broadway, Amityville, NY
23rd Dec 2009 @ Polish Club, Phoenixville, PA

Find out more on their MySpace page.

Rucktion @ Running Riot fest!

2009-10-15

Running Riot 2009 is just round the corner, come check our bands @ the Underworld on 24th & 25th October:
Diction, Hard Target (who have just joined the Rucktion familia), TRC, Deal With It, Injury Time & Chains Of Hate (debut mcd out soon!) are all playing. Also our mates Deathskulls & Horrorstruck plus many other bands!

We'll have new merch available too, shirts and hoodies, plus our massive distro!

Official Rucktion shows

2009-10-29

It has come to our attention that a new local promoter is trying to book bands using our good name to convince bands to play for him.

We at Rucktion have nothing to do with any upcoming allday Hardcore shows except our Official monthly 12bar club night at present.

To sum up, Rucktion has nothing to do with any all day festivals coming up in London and will not support or tolerate anyone who lies to benefit their own agenda.

See you at 12 bar Club on November 7th 2009

New Rucktion bands and info

2009-10-31

Take a look at our updated bands page to find out who are the latest Rucktion signings and information on some of the bands who are currently working on new releases for us.
Please check all our bands via their myspace for some of their latest samples and let them know what you think.

Please use the 'Share' link provided on every page to forward the info directly to your facebook/myspace/twitter accounts and help support the bands you love. >>>>>>>>>>

True Valiance December Euro Tour - Book now!

2009-11-06

True Valiance are heading out to Europe in December, got a few dates left to fill........

. Dec 4th - Belgium, Kortrijk @ Reflex
. Dec 5th - Belgium, East Flander @ Klokhuis
. Dec 6th - Belgium, Maraquain @ Au bon vieux temp
. Dec 7th - France @ TBC, Lyon
. Dec 8th - France - Show pending @ Rennes
. Dec 9th - AVAILABLE
. Dec 10th - Holland, Amsterdam @ The Cave
. Dec 11th - AVAILABLE
. Dec 12th - Holland, Den Haag @ Musicon

If anyone on here can suggest any decent promoters in West Germany / Eastern or Central France then please post up links in here. We're cool with taking a day off on the 11th as we can chill in Amsterdam for the day, but we wanna get in touch with as many promoters as possible to try and book up the 9th AND get some backups in case the 8th doesnt go ahead.

Any contacts people can suggest will be warmly received!!!

PROWLER debut cd out now!

2010-03-31

Long, long overdue debut full-length from LBU New Blood Prowler out now on Rucktion Records!

RUCK041 Prowler "Strictly 3.5" cd

13 tracks of savage North London hardcore!

check this link for sounds:
www.myspace.com/prowlerukhc

Still blazin: RUCK038 CHAINS OF HATE "Cold Harsh Reality" mcd

After many mishaps, our next two releases should finally see the light of day early April 2010!

RUCK039 AMBUSH "Forward Into Hell" cd

RUCK040 INJURY TIME "The Vex" cd

Also loads of new items on the store, check it out

www.rucktionmusic.com

AMBUSH & INJURY TIME cds out now!

2010-04-11

That's right we got 3 brand new releases out, the wait is finally over!

RUCK039 AMBUSH "Forward Into Hell" cd
New UK brutality with members and ex-members of Special Move, Taking Names, Six Ft Ditch, Awoken, 50 Caliber, BDF, Maldito, Beg For Mercy & Eviscerate AD
11 tracks
www.myspace.com/ambushukhc

RUCK040 INJURY TIME "The Vex" cd
Debut full-length following their demos & split with Wisdom In Chains (RUCK025), best hardcore punk band to come outta London in years! Featuring members of 17 Stitches, Maldito, Kartel & Ninebar
12 tracks + a Maldito cover + their 2005 demo as bonus tracks
www.myspace.com/injurytime

RUCK041 PROWLER "Strictly 3.5" cd
The long-awaited full-length cd from LBU New Blood Prowler, follow-up to their split demo with TRC & their track on the Time For Some Rucktion comp (RUCK014).
13 tracks of savage North London hardcore made for the pit
www.myspace.com/prowlerukhc

UKHC is alive and well... check those out str8!

PROVIDENCE US TOUR THIS SUMMER!

2010-06-02

PROVIDENCE will be on tour in the USA this summer with Through This Defiance and Heartless Nightlife!

From 2nd July til 31 July. Go check em out!

Check shows section for flyer and tour dates.

Prowler, Deal With It

2010-08-20

PROWLER, DEAL WITH IT, NCF, THIS IS COLOUR

Prowler

2010-08-20

PROWLER

Prowler, Length Of Time

2010-08-20

LENGTH OF TIME, PROWLER

Prowler, Hard Target

2010-08-20

PROWLER, HARD TARGET, BLACK SKULL SQUADRON

Providence

2010-08-24

PROVIDENCE, BRAVESTAR & more

Monthly Rucktion night

2010-07-14

bands tba

Wisdom In Chains, Stout

2010-08-25

CRO-MAGS, NEXT STEP UP, NO REDEEMING SOCIAL VALUE, WISDOM IN CHAINS, STOUT, STRENGTH FOR A REASON, COLIN OF ARABIA, INCENDIARY, SACRED LOVE, TEN TON.

Prowler

2010-08-20

PROWLER

TRC, Prowler

2010-07-08

2-day fest TRC PROWLER etc.

Surge Of Fury, Prowler

2010-08-25

SURGE OF FURY, PROWLER, REDUCTION

Deal With It, No Turning Back

2010-08-25

NO TURNING BACK, DEAL WITH IT, NEW MORALITY, DEATH IS NOT GLAMOROUS & more

Providence

2010-08-24

PROVIDENCE, IN CLEAR SIGHT

Wisdom In Chains

2010-08-25

WISDOM IN CHAINS & more

True Valiance

2010-08-24

TRUE VALIANCE & more

Ninebar, Chains Of Hate

2010-07-14

NINEBAR, CHAINS OF HATE, more bands tba

Surge Of Fury, Cold Hard Truth

2010-07-15

NASTY, EMBRACED BY HATRED, SCREAMING SILENCE, COLD HARD TRUTH, SURGE OF FURY, CUNTHUNT 777 etc.

Wisdom In Chains

2010-08-25

WISDOM IN CHAINS & more

True Valiance

2010-08-24

TRUE VALIANCE & more

True Valiance

2010-07-08

TRUE VALIANCE etc.

Providence

2010-08-24

PROVIDENCE & more

True Valiance

2010-08-24

TRUE VALIANCE

Wisdom In Chains

2010-07-15

WISDOM IN CHAINS etc.

Wisdom In Chains, SOIA

2010-08-25

SICK OF IT ALL, WISDOM IN CHAINS & more

Wisdom In Chains, SOIA

2010-08-25

SICK OF IT ALL, WISDOM IN CHAINS & more

Wisdom In Chains, SOIA

2010-08-25

SICK OF IT ALL, WISDOM IN CHAINS & more

Surge Of Fury

2010-07-15

SURGE OF FURY & more

TRC, Prowler

2010-08-20

TRC, PROWLER, BAYS

Wisdom In Chains, SOIA

2010-08-25

SICK OF IT ALL, WISDOM IN CHAINS, THE MONGOLOIDS

Six Ft Ditch, TRC

2010-07-08

SIX FT DITCH TRC LOWER THAN ATLANTIS BROKEN TEETH

Wisdom In Chains, SOIA

2010-08-25

SICK OF IT ALL, WISDOM IN CHAINS & more

Wisdom In Chains

2010-08-25

WISDOM IN CHAINS & more

Wisdom In Chains

2010-08-25

WISDOM IN CHAINS, PAGEN BABIES & more

Knuckledust, Kartel

2010-06-02

KNUCKLEDUST, KARTEL, SIX GRAMMES EIGHT (France), TRUE VALIANCE, BROKEN TEETH

Surge Of Fury, Billy The Kid

2010-07-15

BILLY THE KID, SURGE OF FURY, PAY NO RESPECT, RESIST THE TIDE, BLONK + more tba