With their 2020 release 'Chapter 3: The Last Selection' independent band Paleface Swiss has achieved international recognition within the deathcore and beatdown community. Since then, they have become known worldwide for their aggressive riffs, unusually fast drums, heavy bass and always that touch of humor.

With 'Fear & Dagger', released in 2022, they cheerfully go one step further. Metal Injection about this release: "The band seems self-aware about their outrageous sound. Taken on those terms, Fear & Dagger is a wild ride of total pandemonium. Stop pretending to be cultured, and get down with the beatdown." Curious what the next steps will be, but the new tracks on their Bandcamp page already suggest the best.

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Desolated is a British hardcore band formed in 2009, known for their intense sound and powerful live performances. Hailing from Southampton, the band blends elements of metalcore and hardcore punk, creating a ferocious style marked by heavy riffs, aggressive vocals, and relentless energy.