Rancour

**Rancour** is a Malaysian post-hardcore band that’s been shaking up the Southeast Asian underground scene since forming in 2007. Known for blending gritty, emotive energy with nods to their cultural roots, the band—Faliq (vocals), Firdaus (guitar), Wan (bass), and Zul (drums)—delivers raw, anthemic tracks like *Pulang* and *Setia* (from their 2018 album *Pulang*). Their sound mixes frenetic guitar riffs, pounding rhythms, and lyrics that tackle themes of identity, societal pressures, and personal struggles, as heard in the biting commentary of *S.M.S (Social Media Suicide)*. With releases like *Live from the Underground* and *Last Cabin*, Rancour stays rooted in DIY ethos while expanding their reach, earning a loyal following for their unfiltered live shows and relatable, no-frills approach to music.