CÚT LỘN’s Dzữa captures the band’s full transformation — from chaotic punk pranksters to a dark, disciplined force. Recorded by Bomb and produced by Sọt, the seven-track EP blends unfiltered aggression with precision and weight. From the title track’s feral riffs to the haunting slowdown of Mãn and the emotional depth of Hôm Qua, every moment feels intentional. It’s heavy,
Cút Lộn shed their Pikachu past and embrace their final form with Dzữa — a storm of distortion, rage, and strange beauty. Seven new tracks that mark the band’s most visceral and unflinching work yet.
Singapore’s Tariot returned to Saigon alongside Under Pressure, Empathize, Hypertension, and Diarsia for Hiệp Sĩ Mèo Đắm Đuối Nhìn Nhạc Co!. A night of growth, grit, and reflection—showing how far the scene has come, and what it still needs to learn.
Artifact grew from Wagga Wagga’s small-town grit into a dual-vocal force carving its place in Australia’s crowded metalcore scene. Now, with “Umbra” on the way and their first Asian tour behind them, they’re stepping into a new era.
All Mixed Up Vol.7 brought Brit-pop, post-rock, punk, and post-metal together on one stage. Despite a mid-show injury that paused the night, the series proved its value—equal space for different sounds, and a reminder that community care keeps shows alive.
Saigon hardcore/punk band happyco. deliver their debut EP “Displacement Over Time,” a raw and focused release balancing punk urgency with hardcore weight. It captures the band’s live energy while asserting their place in Vietnam’s underground scene.
Saigon’s Empathize represent Vietnam on Beyond the Wire, a Southeast Asian hardcore split via Stick Tight Records. Featuring one fresh track each from Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines, the release unites four cultures under a single, powerful hardcore banner.
Taiwan’s Xmoraz fuse melodic metalcore with classical flair, but their true power lies in purpose — spreading hope through heavy music. Before tearing up Vietnam with District 105, they told us about their roots, struggles, and mission to heal, not hurt.
Summer Madness in Nha Trang was bold, chaotic, and unforgettable. From genre-spanning performances and surprise rainstorms to an abrupt, tense ending, the night showed both the promise and growing pains of a young scene daring to dream bigger. Lessons await.
A blackout couldn’t stop Saigon’s heavy scene from delivering a night of chaos, craft, and lessons in going bigger. From Kruelty’s world-class precision to local bands’ raw energy, it was proof the scene grows through shared stages and higher standards.
