ASKYSOBLACK "Touch Heaven"

LP - $17.90
STREET DATE: 1/31/25
CAT#: NMZ079v
LABEL: New Morality Zine

Philadelphia’s ASKYSOBLACK cements their identity as an anti-shoegaze alternative rock force with their debut LP, Touch Heaven. Following their acclaimed EP, Autumn in the Water, the band takes a more stripped-down approach, trading sonic variation and heaviness for a focus on melody and emotional depth.

Thematically, Touch Heaven delves into the raw and intimate realms of personal loss—specifically love—and the accompanying waves of depression, grief, and heartbreak. Yet, in its musicality, the album offers listeners a chance to detach from the weight of daily life and mental struggles, creating a space for introspection and emotional release.

Lyrically cohesive yet musically expansive, Touch Heaven invites individual interpretation and resonates deeply with those seeking solace in sound. This debut marks a significant evolution for ASKYSOBLACK, setting the stage for their unique voice within the alternative rock scene.

TRACK LISTING:
01. On For No One
02. I Wish I Was Not
03. Boy Like A Bruise
04. You Sit Useless
05. Portrait In Private
06. Carousel House
07. Did It All Wrong
08. It's A Slow Crash
09. Hold Me Holy
10. Every Heart Needs Some Mileage
11. Sore For You

MARKETING POINTS:

  • The band is gearing up to play dates on Split Chains upcoming US debut tour
  • US headlining tour Spring 2025

FOR FANS OF:
Smashing Pumpkins, HUM, Moodring, Loathe

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MILE END "MILE END"

LP - $17.90
STREET DATE: 1/31/25
CAT#: NMZ078v
LABEL: New Morality Zine

MILE END is a band on a mission to put Brampton—and their friends—on the musical map. Formed in 2017 by a group of close friends, the band spent the next few years honing their sound, eventually solidifying their identity with support from Brampton’s creative community. Their debut LP is a testament to staying true to their roots, resisting trends, and refining their craft through local connections. With nine hard-hitting, dynamic tracks, the record captures the raw energy of ’90s hardcore bands like 108 and Threadbare, balanced with a modern edge. Each song reflects their surroundings and a vision to build a worldwide hardcore community.

TRACK LISTING:
01. FCHC
02. Bind
03. Stay Still
04. Requiem
05. Dudley
06. Avarice
07. Charm
08. No Excuse

MARKETING POINTS:

  • MILE END recently finished up tours with bands like Single Mothers and The Dirty Nil in Canada and Spaced in the US.
  • Winter Unites States and Canada tour with labelmates Si Dios Quiere.

FOR FANS OF:
90s hardcore through a modern lens, Threadbare, Guns Up!

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Si Dios Quiere "No Angels"

LP - $18.15
STREET DATE: 12/20/24
CAT#: NMZ077v
LABEL: New Morality Zine

"No Angels" is the debut LP from Chicago South Side hardcore up-and-comers SI DIOS QUIERE. Originally formed in 2020 by guitarist Christian Guajardo and drummer Ricardo Velazquez, SI DIOS QUIERE solidified its lineup in late 2022 when Ozzy Jimenez took over vocal duties. With guitarist Roberto Velazquez and bassist Louie Flores rounding out the band, they released a two-song promo in summer 2023 that showcased a more defined sound compared to their earlier work. The band has been working hard to build a strong presence in their local scene and is now poised for a national breakout.

"No Angels" showcases the band's tough-as-nails approach to songwriting, blending raw aggression with a strong sense of pride and community. Drawing inspiration from bands like MADBALL and ROTTING OUT, with hints of death metal and hip hop, SI DIOS QUIERE delivers a fierce mix of heavy rhythms and a gritty, powerful delivery. With various guest spots adding to its intensity, the LP balances relentless energy with themes of resilience and authenticity -- keeping it real in true hardcore fashion.

TRACK LISTING:
01. FOOL'S GOLD
02. ROLL THE DICE
03. NO ANGELS
04. ESSENCE OF SURVIVAL
05. TRUE BLUE
06. SACRIFICIO
07. DREAMS LIKE GLASS
08. STREETS OF VENGEANCE
09. UN DÍA MÁS

MARKETING POINTS:

  • West Coast tour with Barrio Slam

FOR FANS OF:
Madball, Never Ending Game, Rotting Out, Biohazard

Downward "Downward"

LP - $17.25
STREET DATE: 9/6/24
CAT#: NMZ005
LABEL: New Morality Zine

DOWNWARD. A band from Tulsa, Oklahoma with humble beginnings who have set to live beyond musical boundaries. What started as an idea amongst friends quickly became a passion to create music that satisfies all of their overlapping musical interests. The band offers an inspiring sonic take on the realm of alternative and post-hardcore. Downward finds themselves towing the line between what is seemingly light and airy (reminiscent of Radiohead) and at the same time beautifully crushing (akin to modern luminaries Nothing).

TRACK LISTING:
01. Bored
02. VHS
03. Terra
04. Not Now, But Soon
05. Splinter
06. Found A Friend
07. Gehenna/Evaporate
08. Budge
09. Sam Allen Eats His Words

DIME "DIME"

12"EP - $17.25
STREET DATE: 7/19/24
CAT#: NMZ076
LABEL: New Morality Zine

Hailing from Miami, FL, DIME has cultivated a loyal fanbase rooted in the local scene and their evocative sound. With the support of the artistic collective and label Feral Child, the band unveiled a remarkable self-titled EP that immediately captured attention. Their music blends introspective emotional intensity with powerful, immersive soundscapes, compelling listeners to delve into their own memories and reflect on a bittersweet past.

TRACK LISTING:
01. Heavyweight
02. Stray
03. Flourish
04. Phases
05. Withdrawal
06. Odh

MARKETING POINTS:

  • Summer tour dates with Soul Blind and ASKYSOBLACK

FOR FANS OF:
Basement, Title Fight, Narrow Head, HUM

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STATESIDE "Songs to Remember You By"

7"EP - $7.50
STREET DATE: 7/12/24
CAT#: NMZO74
LABEL: New Morality Zine

Introducing "Songs to Remember You By," the latest 7" vinyl release from STATESIDE, a band that has truly come into its own. With close to home lyrics and dynamic instrumentals, the band delves deep into personal experiences, weaving raw emotion with melodic precision. Produced alongside renowned producer Zach Tuch, these tracks capture STATESIDE at their peak, seamlessly blending nostalgia with contemporary flair.

TRACK LISTING:
01. Since Last Season
02. Thirty Mile Stretch
03. Juliet Has A Gun (Not A Song)

MARKETING POINTS:

  • As seen on tour with Anxious, Koyo, and One Step Closer

FOR FANS OF:
Saves The Day, Anxious, New Found Glory

SPACED "Spaced Jams"

LP - $17.25
STREET DATE: 6/21/24
CAT#: NMZ057
LABEL: New Morality Zine

Far out Buffalo hardcore band Spaced, come out swinging with compilation release aptly titled, "Spaced Jams" The release showcases three new, in your face tracks ("Prove You Wrong", "Tear It Apart" and "Point of View") alongside the bands releases to date, offering something for listeners new and old.

TRACK LISTING:
01. Prove You Wrong
02. Tear It Away
03. Point of View
04. Not Like you
05. Bad Energy
06. Your Universe
07. Think I Am
08. Spinning
09. Tear Me Down

MARKETING POINTS:

  • As seen on tour with New Found Glory & The Armed
  • Latest album was released by Revelation Records

FOR FANS OF:
Righteous Jams, Scowl, Turnstile

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Porcupine "All Is Vapor"

LP - $17.25
STREET DATE: 6/7/24
CAT#: NMZ073
LABEL: New Morality Zine

Initially formed in 2016 while members were still in high school, Porcupine developed into a full-steam-ahead endeavor over the years. The band has released numerous singles with their most notable work being 2021’s The Sybil EP. The band’s dynamic mix of hardcore and metal styles put them akin to acts like Portrayal Of Guilt and Candy, with influences ranging from Converge to King Woman.

TRACK LISTING:
01. Tubalcain
02. Army of Martyrs
03. Garments of Skin
04. All Is Vapor
05. Conspiracy Against the Human Race
06. We Want Your Skin
07. Holy Cowards
08. Sedentary
09. Euphrosyne
10. I Am Bound
11. Close the Door

FOR FANS OF:
Converge, Cave In, King Woman, Candy, Portrayal of Guilt

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