This is the sound of a basement show at its absolute boiling point. It is fast, unapologetic hardcore punk that prioritizes speed and impact, but never loses its sense of melody or brotherhood. The guitars are thick and metallic, providing a heavy foundation for the rapid-fire drumming and vocal delivery that feels like a call to action. It is music that demands movement, whether that is a circle pit or a focused workout.
What sets them apart is the 'positive hardcore' ethos. While the music is aggressive, the intent is uplifting. They lean into the 'youth crew' tradition of gang vocals and anthemic choruses, creating a sense of communal strength. The production is crisp enough to hear the interplay between the family-unit rhythm section, yet raw enough to maintain the grit of their Maryland roots.
Start with 'The Path We Tread' to hear them at their most refined and powerful. It captures the essence of their faith and straight edge lifestyle through relentless energy and some of the most memorable breakdowns in the Facedown Records catalog. It is an essential listen for anyone who wants their heavy music with a side of sincerity.
xLooking Forwardx is an American Christian hardcore band, and they primarily play hardcore punk, while they are members of the straight edge movement. They come from Bel Air, Maryland. The band started making music in 1999. Their lineup consists of brothers Justin (vocals) and Josh Chaillou (guitars), their cousin Kevin Doherty (bass), and Kevin O'Brien (drums). The band released a studio album, Ahoy Crew Members!, in 2002 with DFF Records. Their subsequent studio album, What This Means to Me, was released by Blood and Ink Records, in 2004. They signed to Facedown Records, where they released, The Path We Tread, a studio album, in 2005. Their next release, an extended play, Down with the Ship, was released by Facedown Records, in 2012.
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