Reasons Why I Still Like Terror

On this short article I would like to explain just a few reasons why I still consider TERROR as one of the best current bands in hardcore music. They might be the most popular hardcore band since Hatebreed, but usually when the kids dig something so much, there is actually a good reason for it. So, here's my list why TERROR still rules...

• They stick to the basics. In other words, they don't have to 'progress' and ruin everything. So sir. Just good old hardcore with tons of mosh, the way it is supposed to be done.
• They are the everyday hardcore kid's favorite band. They don't sing about stuff you don't understand; they don't fuck around with pointless music patterns; they shoot to kill! And so, the kids get it.
• They infuse positive values through hardcore. Although they're not your typical 'posi' band by no means, their songs are all about empowerment, venting your frustration and feeling strong through hardcore. What else do you need?
• KOTF. Finally, someone brought back the Crew mentality that was missing from hardcore for so long. Keepers of the Faith, baby! We need more hardcore bands that defend hardcore music like that.
• Members' credibility. Their singer sang for Buried Alive. Their bassist sings for Down To Nothing. Their drummer was in Carry On. Their guiatrist is also in Donnybrook. These are all bands with some pretty timeless value in the hardcore scene.
• You can tell they're having the time of their lives. Have you ever been to a TERROR show? Then you know what I am talking about. I am sick and tired of bands and frontmen who can't be bothered to have fun on stage.
• They maintain the old school hardcore aesthetics. Excuse me, but hardcore is not about tight jeans and the right kind of sneakers. It's about wearing your athletic fucking gear and feeling ready to combust at the show!
• They are the perfect band to mosh to. No explanation needed, really.

These are just a few of the reasons why I still like this band after all those years. One thing I know is they've outlasted quite a few hardcore kids who are now into more 'mature' kind of music and the like. You know the deal. The Keepers of the Faith are still here!

NERDcore...

You know there is something wrong with this scene when half the kids look like the guy on the right.

I guess nerds are cool but only the original ones, not the hipsters who try to imitate them and somehow pretend to be punk.

Another Old School Pic: Strung Out, Rocking Out

Looking back at more than half my life, I realize how I grew up looking at hardcore and punk bands' photos. No matter what people say about punk being only about the music and the message, I know that aesthetics is also another important aspect of it. In the same way other kids grew up admiring athletes or models, the people I always looked up to were the musicians from my favorite bands. And it has always been great to see how the people whose music I loved so much looked pretty much just like me. It made me feel inspired, like I could be doing the same thing one day.

I just love it when a moment in punk is captured in a pic, and I will never stop checking out this awesome form of, well... art. I guess this simple Strung Out snap says it all, really. It's all about fun, friendship and wigging out!

Greece Today

Are YOU a hardcore hipster?

Each one of us has to decide for themselves.

Hungarian Fans Show Sum Love

Talking about dedication....

Here's what the Budapest kids had to offer the bands when the NYC United tour dropped by their country (taken from http://www.facebook.com/madballNYC):

Cake reported not to be vegan

This is great! There are just so many ways to welcome a band and make it feel like more than just another band visiting your town. People, remember: bands will appreciate eating your food.

Everywhere you go, just...

Because I'm on holidays and I can't make proper posts at the mo'.... Take care!

Just mosh

Guys, we got a reason to be pissed. In the midst of all these huge summer festivals, where the promoters are cramming bands with extremely irrelevant styles on the same bill for outrageous prices, there is not a single hardcore show until August 28th (which is my b-day btw). It really sucks. The mainstream has drowned everything. All we hardcore kids can do is listen to our CDs and watch videos online (I'm personally checking 'Inside Straight Edge'-awesome!). Or if we're lucky and can afford it we can go abroad and watch some proper hardcore fests. Otherwise, it's just metal, hair rock and whatever mainstream BS, or washed up 'legends' in their 50s... (that said, I'm still going to see Bad Religion-that's an exception though!).

Well, I have one alternative to the lack of shows in my mind... save money to get some tattoos done right after the summer... start a band... And MOSH TO THIS:

YOUR DEMISE - The Blood Stays On The Blade

Hell yeah... this is some real shit!  And to think these guys are considered almost mainstream in the UK where they are from, playing big festivals with other real hardcore bands... Oh well, what can we do! 

Fast hardcore with awesome breakdowns is the soundtrack to this summer here at Take Your Shot. Thanks for keeping on reading!

The Ugliest Flyer Ever Made

What the hell? Nice drawing, but ugly as f*ck!

OLDE YORKE rule though! To be sure, check this video out:



New York, fat hip hop beats, scratches and then off for some proper NYHC with an intense political message. Fuck yeah!