Our Vices hails from Metro Detroit. Starting in the spring of 2013, they have never strayed away from writing the most heavy hitting and melodic music possible. Releasing their first EP “Survive” in October 2014. This was their introduction into the music scene but they thought they had more to offer. They went into the studio with Mike Martenson of Boys Of Fall to create their second, more long form, EP titled “Polarity”. This EP gained them a lot of traction and new opportunities. Following this they wrote a slew of singles throughout 2017 and 2018 before choosing to switch producers. Late 2019 they stepped into the studio with Lee Albrecht. Releasing their first single with him in November 2019 titled “Deathwish”. After having a period of too much time on their hands (2020) they pumped out three new singles in the following years which eventually were compiled to create “The Fog” EP. Adding a new member to the band in 2022 gave a fresh perspective to writing. Their newest single "Hellion" was released Nov 22nd, 2024.

Emerging from the depths of the alternative metalcore scene in 2022, How It Ends is a force to be reckoned with. This powerful quartet, forged by the creative minds of guitarists Denis Cheng and Zak Zuniga, drummer Alejandro Di Prizio, and the captivating frontman and vocalist, Damien Durazo, has set a new standard for themselves within the genre. United by their passion for pushing musical boundaries, How It Ends formed as a response to the ever-evolving landscape of modern heavy music and strives to raise the bar. Each member brings their unique perspective to the table, resulting in a sound that is simultaneously ferocious and introspective to say the least. Denis Cheng and Zak Zuniga, with their skillful and intricate guitar work, create a sonic landscape that oscillates between bone-crushing riffs and ethereal melodies. Alejandro Di Prizio, the backbone of the band, provides the rhythmic pulse that drives How It Ends forward. Frontman Damien Durazo is the enigmatic voice and face of How It Ends. With a vocal range that spans from guttural growls to hauntingly melodic croons, Damien's lyrics delve into the depths of the human experience, tackling inner turmoil and self-discovery themes. How It Ends invites you to join them on their sonic odyssey and explore the depths of emotion and intensity, forging an unforgettable connection between artist and audience. Brace yourself for the end, the beginning, and everything in between, with How It Ends.

Suncrusher is a heavy band formed in the city of Chicago, IL in 2018. Influenced by the various forms of extreme metal including melodic death metal, metalcore and deathcore. Suncrusher seeks to expand on the music styles they love. In 2022 they released the EP "Worthless Society", produced by Pablo Viveros which set forth exploration into lower tuning and heavier subject matter. After some lineup changes, Suncrusher is actively performing in the midwest and writing new music.

Midwestern Metalcore from Illinois