Saigon post-rock outfit Shallow Vessels unveil a new single, delivering their signature mix of ambiance, synth textures, and crushing breakdowns. The release expands their sonic journey while reinforcing their place as one of Vietnam’s most compelling instrumental acts.
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.
Happy.co’s debut EP “Displacement Over Time” captures the spirit of a band that has already made its mark on Saigon’s underground scene. The release balances hardcore aggression, punk energy, and melodic nuance, offering tracks that fans will immediately recognize from live shows. Highlights like Orobourus, Howl, and One in the Morning showcase the band’s ability to shift between raw heaviness and emotional depth. While there are small imperfections in vocal delivery, the overall execution is strong, making this a highly promising debut.
From Ruôk’s swirling improvisations to 1818’s unexpected heaviness and Cút Lộn’s relentless chaos, the night built toward Vision of Fatima’s genre-bending finale. A storm outside couldn’t compete with the energy inside—each band driving the crowd deeper into the current.
Hòa nhạc Hoan Hô 2025 không chỉ là một lễ hội âm nhạc, mà còn là lời nhắc nhở mạnh mẽ về những giá trị mà cộng đồng, sự chân thành và sức sáng tạo thô sơ có thể tạo nên. Từ những câu thơ nhẹ nhàng đến những giai điệu ska hỗn loạn, mỗi tiết mục đều thể hiện rõ nét tinh thần độc lập.
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.
