Doughnuts – The Age of the Circle – Review September 1, 1995 They’re girls, they’re young, they’re from Sweden, they play hardcore with a very metal influence, and they’re fuckin’ good.
Snapcase – Steps – Review September 1, 1995 Hardcore with metal crunch is a popular trend recently. A super-thick bass line leads raging, and often distorted, vocals and rich guitar harmonies.
Integrity – Systems Overload – Review September 1, 1995 It’s fast and aggressive hardcore that will pump you up to empty the dishwasher. Socially conscious lyrics with no sugar coating.
Earth Crisis – Destroy the Machines – Review July 1, 1995 Becoming more metallic usually marks the downfall for most straight-edge hardcore bands, but it only deepens the intensity of Earth Crisis.
Hi Fi and the Roadburners – Fear City – Review May 1, 1995 A hard, upbeat shuffle takes control of the sound, and turns it into a driving riff backed by guitar and bass. The blues holler with brick and glass throats.