Bloodbather

**Bloodbather** is a Florida-based hardcore/metal act that burst onto the scene in 2016, bringing a chaotic blend of metallic hardcore, trap influences, and raw aggression. Hailing from Fort Lauderdale, the band—fronted by vocalist Salem Vex—quickly gained attention for their pummeling breakdowns, eerie electronic textures, and unflinching lyrical themes centered around inner turmoil and societal decay. Releases like their 2020 EP *Silence* and 2021’s *Pressure* (featuring tracks like “Void” and “Disappear”) showcase their knack for merging blistering riffs with industrial-tinged atmosphere, carving a niche that’s as haunting as it is heavy. Known for their visceral live energy and genre-blurring sound, Bloodbather remains a volatile force in the underground, refusing to play by hardcore’s traditional rulebook.