Digital hardcore is an aggressive, high-energy music genre that fuses elements of hardcore punk, techno, and industrial music. Its defining characteristics include fast, distorted beats, heavy use of digitized noise, and confrontational, often shouted vocals. Originating in the early 1990s in Germany, it gained momentum through DIY labels and underground scenes, with its peak popularity in the mid-to-late '90s. Culturally, it was a reaction to both mainstream and alternative music, embodying a rebellious, anti-establishment ethos. Digital hardcore is closely related to genres like breakcore and gabber but distinguishes itself with its punk-infused intensity and overt political messages. Its relentless tempo and abrasive sound make it stand apart from more dance-oriented electronic styles, offering a visceral, cathartic experience.

For Nothing

Christoph De Babalon

Single - Released October 25, 2024