Chino Horde

Chino Horde was a hardcore punk band that roared out of Bloomington, Indiana in the early 1990s, part of the Midwest's thriving DIY scene. Known for their blistering live shows and raw, melodic intensity, they blended breakneck rhythms with introspective lyrics that resonated with the post-hardcore crowd. The band featured members who would later form influential groups like Split Lip (which evolved into Chamberlain), carrying forward their scrappy ethos into new projects.

Active between 1990-1993, Chino Horde left a small but potent catalog including splits and singles like *Merit b/w Racket* and collaborations such as *Current / Chino Horde*. Their self-titled 7" and *This Is Done* compilation capture their signature mix of urgency and vulnerability, embodying the earnest spirit of basement shows and xeroxed zine culture. While short-lived, their impact lingered through later bands and the dog-eared vinyl traded among fans of 90s emocore.