Chaotic Hardcore

Chaotic hardcore is a ferocious subgenre of punk that melds the relentless energy of hardcore punk with the dissonant, unpredictable textures of extreme metal and noise rock. Characterized by dense, jagged guitar work, blistering drumming, and throat-shredding vocals, the sound is both oppressive and invigorating, often featuring abrupt tempo shifts and a pervasive sense of urgency. The lyrical content leans towards the darker, more introspective side of human experience, reflecting the music's overall intensity. The cacophony is structured just enough to keep listeners on the precipice of melodic resolution, yet it frequently dives back into turmoil, creating a gripping sonic pandemonium. Bands in this genre, like Converge and Botch, have inspired a new generation of groups, each adding their unique abrasiveness to the chaotic hardcore landscape.

Top Sub-Genres
Sasscore
Latest Chaotic Hardcore Release
undefined album image
Power Sucker
Album - 13 Tracks - Released March 21, 2025
Top Artists Spotify Logo
Every Time I Die
Touché Amoré
Converge
Full Of Hell
Poison The Well
Nails
Top Playlists
The Sound of Louisville Indie 1 Chaotic Hardcore artist
Doom and Stoner Metal 1 Chaotic Hardcore artist
The Sound of Atlanta Metal 1 Chaotic Hardcore artist
Metalcore Radar 1 Chaotic Hardcore artist

RecentMusic users are tracking 48 Chaotic Hardcore artists for new releases, and have access to the full timeline of 508 releases .

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the Chaotic Hardcore artists you love!

Get Started Browse Arists
  1. March 21, 2025
  2. March 17
  3. February 25
  4. February 10
  5. January 7
  6. October 25, 2024
  7. October 22
  8. October 18
  9. October 18
  10. October 11
  11. September 25
  12. September 17
  13. September 5
  14. August 30
  15. August 29
  16. August 22
  17. August 5
  18. July 31
  19. July 26
  20. July 23
  21. July 9
  22. July 8
  23. June 18
  24. June 10
  25. June 1
  26. May 31
  27. May 22
  28. May 14
  29. May 10
  30. April 26
  31. April 23
  32. April 16
  33. April 12
  34. April 3
  35. March 26
  36. March 26
  37. March 22
  38. March 6
  39. February 2
  40. January 19