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Episode #03

​Original release date: 07/28/2010

1. Mistermeaner

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Mistermeaner is a hardcore band from the island of Oahu, HI. This four-piece (which includes members Warren (vocals), Ernie (bass), Josh (drums), Tommy (guitar)) has been going strong for more than 15 years. Mistermeaner has two self-produced CD's, including their first self-titled album, which was later re-released, and an EP, Six Songs till Silence. Both CD's have been released through Hawaiian Express Records. These Hawaii locals have also been featured on numerous Hawaiian Express Records compilations as well as compilations by Volcom Entertainment. Live versions of new songs can be heard on their myspace. The track on this podcast, Area 51, is off of their Six Songs till Silence EP.

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2. SFT

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SFT (Shitfaced Tattoos) are a 5-piece hardcore band from Las Vegas, NV. The song featured on this episode is titled, Speak Out, which is off of their self released demo. More Info coming soon.

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3. Korova

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Korova (in reference to A Clockwork Orange) is a hardcore act coming out of Birmingham, Alabama. Many members have come and gone , but at the moment Korova consists of Ian Wise (vocals), Chad Pettit (guitar), Kayhan Vaziri (bass), and Jamie Sellers (drums). Since their formation in early 2000/2001, Korova has released a number of demo's and have been featured on several compilations as well. They also have one 7" titled, If There Is A Future, that was released in 2007. The track featured on this podcast, Running In Circles, is off their most recent release, Another Happy Customer. New recordings are set to be released soon on cassette tape format. Only a limited amount will be pressed with the title,  "Demonstration #7089."

Other Projects: Chad (guitarist) and Ian (singer) were in a previous band called Slag. Ian also played in Government For Hire. Kayhan Vaziri (bassist) is also in Legion with previous Korova drummer, Walker, and had also played in Die Young as a touring bassist. Former drummer, Carter, is currently in Central Fires.

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4. Ultima Victima

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Ultima Victima is currently made up of members, Beto (vocals), Moska (bass), Koreano (guitar), and Iwanas (drums). Based in Mexico, Ultima Victima has one EP out titled, "La Batalla Sera Eterna." The track on this show, Nadie Nos Va A Callar, is also available on that EP.

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5. Dead Icons

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Dead Icons are a four-piece hardcore band from Lexington, KY. Members are Will, Drew, Stanley and Justin. A majority of their influences comes from early 90's hardcore with their sound adding a bit of modern thrash to it. Having been a band for almost two years, Dead Icons has since released a winter demo, a split release with Unrestrained and most recently, their new EP titled, Vultures. The song featured on this podcast is the title track off of Vultures.

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