Blacklisted Productions is thrilled to announce The Spirit Remains! A one day free event showcasing Lion City Hardcore and its incredible journey spanning three long unwavering decades of dedication and unity. Join us on 16 December 2023 at Somerset Youth Park as we bring history to life with an extraordinary lineup of bands, compilation release and a captivating photo exhibition showcasing the evolution of the local hardcore scene over the years.
Saturday, 16 December 2023 | 3pm – 10pm | Somerset Youth Park
Line-Up
Kill On Sight
Kill On Sight is a combination of experimenting with both sides of European and American beatdown while marrying heavy, hard-hitting breakdowns together with slam parts.
Dissect
Metallic hardcore band from Singapore, heads still stuck in the 00s time period of heavy music.
Radigals
Radigals, a hardcore punk band hailing from Singapore. Formed with a shared passion for music as well as pushing boundaries, embracing diversity and breaking stereotypes. Their music resonates with powerful lyrics paired with fast hitting, energetic with a touch of groovy instrumentation. Radigals hopes to stand as a testament to the strength and creativity of women in the hardcore music scene, and hopes it encourages other women to not be afraid to speak out and step out onto the stage or the pit.
Overthrown
Overthrown is a Singapore (Lion City) based hardcore band formed in 1996. Heavily influenced by hardcore icons like Killing Time, Agnostic Front, Madball, Strife and Earth Crisis, Overthrown plays effusive traditional hardcore with a swirl of swift riffs, heavy grooves and in-your-face lyrics.
Deceased
Deceased is a dynamic crossover band hailing from Singapore, known for their unique blend of Hardcore & Thrash Metal elements. The band consists of Amie on vocals, Asri on rhythm guitar, Deenee on lead guitar, Endry on bass, and Hilmi on drums. Seamlessly combining elements of punk, metal, and hardcore, the band delivers a raw and energetic sound that resonates with the listeners. Currently, they are in the process of releasing a new EP set to be released in 2024.
Recover
Since their return in 2016, Recover has stayed true to their sound and ethics since the mid-90s. With their recent 2-song promo in 2021, they have continued to further explore the boundaries of hardcore and expression. Trying out new sounds and refusing conform to any specific “regulated” hardcore style.
Destiny
Spearheading the melodic hardcore revival inspired by the sounds of Shield, Abhinanda, Doughnuts and Purusam. Destiny is a 5-piece hardcore unit that has carried the LCHC name with their energetic performance and heartfelt lyrics. Their debut self-titled EP, garnered international attention with their brand of 90s Melodic Hardcore, putting Singapore on the map and keeping the flame alive for the younger generation.
Losing End & the Alliance of Hate
Losing End is a Metallic Hardcore band from Singapore. Formed in early 2015, they released their highly acclaimed demo tape with Dangerous Goods Distro in July 2015.The band then shifted to Powertrip Records for the release of their 7” EP, soon becoming one of the prolific names in South East Asia hardcore.
