Excide is a contemporary post-hardcore unit hailing from the Carolinas, specifically associated with the New Morality Zine roster. Their sound identity is a deliberate homage to the 'post-hardcore' movement of the early-to-mid 1990s, bridging the gap between the raw aggression of the New York Hardcore scene and the more melodic, rhythmic experimentation of the era.
They are frequently compared to Quicksand, Snapcase, and Handsome due to their emphasis on groove, syncopation, and mid-tempo 'bounce' over traditional d-beat or breakdown-heavy structures. Since their 2020 debut, they have evolved from a promising regional act into a key player in the 'New Wave of American Hardcore,' alongside peers like Militarie Gun and Higher Power. Critical consensus highlights their ability to modernize the 90s aesthetic without falling into mere pastiche, noting the high technical proficiency of their rhythm section. They occupy a cultural space that appeals equally to older vinyl collectors of the Revelation Records era and younger fans of the high-energy, genre-fluid hardcore scene.
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