Burning Years

**Burning Years** is a Boston-based hardcore/punk band known for their raw energy, blistering riffs, and introspective lyrics. Formed in the mid-2010s, the group quickly carved out a space in the Northeast DIY scene with their unapologetically honest sound, blending urgent hardcore aggression with melodic undertones. Their releases, like the 2016 self-titled EP *Burning Years* and the emotionally charged *Fall / Fade* (2017), showcase their knack for balancing cathartic outbursts with moments of vulnerability. Tracks like *Nothing New to Me* and *Pavements* highlight their lyrical focus on personal growth, mental health, and grappling with societal pressures.

Over the years, Burning Years has built a reputation for relentless live shows and a DIY ethos, sharing stages with acts like Defeater and Bane. Their 2019 split release and later works like *Coming Clean* (2020) further solidified their place as a band unafraid to evolve while staying rooted in punk’s grassroots spirit. Whether through blistering anthems or quieter, reflective moments, they remain a voice for those navigating life’s messy, unvarnished truths.