The Deathcore scene is a tight knit community of dedicated fans, but there’s a new crew on the block about to tackle the impenetrable landscape set out by the forefathers of the genre.

"Live For The First Time in 1338 Days..."

Coming back harder than ever, Polar are the prime example of a band that should be so much bigger than they are.

If you haven't heard the words "We're Cuffs from Bristol Fucking town" come blasting through a sound system, then the best live show of your life is very much still to come.

They were a name popular in the mouths of the UK's alternative music scene for years gone by before dropping off the edge of the world. From founding their own record label, to accidentally headlining Wutzrock festival and relentlessly touring the UK and mainland Europe for the best part of a decade; one Man Boycott put their stamp on UK pop punk before deciding on a sudden break from the public eye.

Acoustic shows may not be the most traditional image when picturing your wild weekend out on the town, but for the people of Bristol, this show brought something truly special.

It’s been a hot few months for the guys at Pure Noise Records, and the latest release from Counterparts continues the winning streak for another round.

The Ohio six piece have spent the last seven albums dancing along the creative lines of metalcore, dipping their toes into different elements of the genre in an effort to create their own distinct sound.

An emotive title in itself, Feel Nothing sets minds racing as we join We Struck Gold on a poignant journey through the latest addition to their discography.

While She Sleeps are at the very frontline of DIY music. Five friends who have carved their name deep into the global touring community using their own blood sweat and tears, and have poured every ounce of their worth as individuals into one collective project.

Fairly new to the scene, but already causing a whole load of noise, the debut from Static Dress is pure statement of intent.

On a mild bank holiday Sunday, there was a distinct buzz around the city of Bristol. Along Gloucester Road each bar was spilling out onto the street, and every genre imaginable was blasting out of open windows and car speakers as the population of Stokes Croft look forward to an additional day of their weekend with no work commitments - able to nurse their hangovers in peace and quiet, looking back on a wild weekend of frivolity.