Toothgrinder

Toothgrinder, hailing from Asbury Park, New Jersey, emerged in 2010 as a bridge between the technicality of the mathcore scene and the melodic sensibilities of modern alternative metal. Their sound is defined by a restless rhythmic foundation, often employing polyrhythms and odd time signatures that recall the work of SikTh or Dillinger Escape Plan, but filtered through a more structured, song-oriented approach.

Over their career, they have evolved from the chaotic aggression of early EPs like 'Vibration / Colour / Frequency' toward a more expansive, atmospheric sound on later records like 'I AM'. This evolution has seen them incorporate more clean vocals and layered production without sacrificing their signature grit. Critically, they are noted for their high-energy live performances and the technical prowess of drummer Wills Weller. They occupy a specific niche in the 'New Wave of American Heavy Metal' where technical complexity meets raw, confessional lyricism regarding addiction and mental health, making them a key reference point for fans of 'prog-adjacent' heavy music.