Anesthetic Youth Resurfaces with “Adapting”
“Adapting” is a posthumous release from Anesthetic Youth—blending punk grit and alt-rock urgency into a raw reflection on aging, identity, and post-COVID isolation. Written during Vietnam’s lockdowns, it’s the first of several unreleased tracks still to come.
“YOU LIE” is here, GAI 荄 Drops a Huge Debut
Vietnamese-New Zealand metalcore band GAI 荄 drops their explosive debut YOU LIE—a fan-funded, genre-bending record featuring global collaborators and fierce energy. Out now on all platforms, with a release show set for June 8th in Hanoi.
Out of the Blue New ĐBB EP “Đồi Bươm Bướm”
ĐBB, a Saigon-based project, returns after five years with their instrumental EP “Đồi Bươm Bướm.” Recorded through spontaneous jams, it blends post-rock, drone, and noise influences. Fully self-produced, it features bass by Trang Lê and artwork by Thanh Đỗ.
Shallow Vessels Set Sail with New Single “Odyssey”
Shallow Vessels return with “Odyssey,” a dynamic post-rock journey blending ambient synths, jazz grooves, and metal-infused crescendos. Out May 13th, the instrumental track sets the stage for their upcoming EP and a release party in Saigon this September.
9xacly Drop Surprise Single “Real Deal”
Without warning, 9xactly unleash “Real Deal” — a raw, high-energy single packed with sharp riffs, crushing breakdowns, and stage-tested power. Recorded at Ket Studio, this surprise drop hits hard and leaves us hungry for what’s next.
Nuclear Stockpiles Drop Double-Single Bombshell
Hanoi’s hardcore punk insurgents Nuclear Stockpiles unleash their debut double single “STATE OF ANARCHY / BLOW (JOB),” a raw, high-speed assault ahead of their Saigon live debut. Anarcho chaos now streaming — taste the napalm.
GRUDGEBOUND DROPS A DEBUT SINGLE “FLOWER” — A NEW CHAPTER ROOTED IN HATECORE AND BROTHERHOOD
Grudgebound, rising from their former name Katto Katto, launch their debut single “Flower”—a raw, hatecore-driven track rooted in brotherhood and emotion. Recorded at Ket Studio and produced by Hajumetal, the release marks a fierce new chapter for the band.
XOI Releases Dual Album
XOI returns with two full-length albums—The One Who Holds the Flame and Bản Ballad Của Tèo—marking a bold musical comeback filled with raw emotion, reflection, and independent spirit.
Skeleton Goode Shares The New MV for “Triangular Prison”
Skeleton Goode teams up with RMIT filmmakers for Triangular Prison—a surreal, sci-fi-infused MV full of DIY charm. As the second of six planned videos, it showcases the band’s wild creativity and cross-scene collaboration.
Thangca Reawakens with Explosive New Single “Chạy Cơm”
Thangca ends their year-long silence with Chạy Cơm—a powerful return packed with slow-burning intensity, sharp guitar work, and signature social lyricism. A bold reminder they’re far from done.