We’re working through a short holiday week and running one host down, but RockMental is still delivering a stacked episode filled with new‑music discovery, scene chatter, and mental‑health‑minded conversation. This week, we’re spotlighting two standout bands pushing post‑hardcore, alt‑rock, and ska‑punk into exciting new territory, along with the emotional storytelling that gives their music its weight.
From crushing riffs to harmony‑rich chaos, we break down why these artists deserve a place on your playlists and how their sound reflects the evolving landscape of alternative and punk music.
Featured in this episode:
Excide (North & South Carolina) – A heavy, atmospheric fusion of post‑hardcore intensity and ’90s alt‑rock grit. Excide channel elements of Snapcase, Quicksand, Failure, and Soundgarden to create a sound that’s emotional, dense, and fiercely dynamic. Their music blends aggression with melody, offering textured, high‑impact songwriting perfect for fans of immersive, hook‑driven heaviness.
Call Me Malcolm (United Kingdom) – A sharp, emotionally charged burst of modern ska‑punk energy. With crunchy upstrokes, punchy punk rhythms, and standout three‑part harmonies, Call Me Malcolm balance chaos with heart. Praised by Less Than Jake as “a saving grace of the genre,” the band combines introspective mental‑health‑focused lyricism with explosive live‑show spirit, delivering something both cathartic and unforgettable.
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