Trueandtrue / Merit / Tolerance

TRUEANDTRUE combines hardcore, post-punk, and screamo into an uncompromising, energetic, and chaotic expression. The band has gained both national and international recognition from media outlets such as Stereogum, Dagsavisen, Distorted Sound, and NRK P3. On their debut album NOSEDIVE, they deliver an intense and unpredictable collection of songs that showcases why they are considered one of the most exciting bands in the Norwegian underground scene. --------------------------------- “If societal decay were the conductor, MERIT would be the orchestra.” This sludge-infused hardcore quartet from Stockholm was established in 2023. With inspiration from mathcore, death metal, noise rock, hardcore – and everything in between – MERIT's goal has been clear from the start: to distill the hellish, modern societal landscape into a genre-crossing and relentless sonic assault. --------------------------------- TOLERANCE from Horten was formed in 2022 and has since grown to become one of the most exciting rising acts in modern metallic hardcore. The soundscape oscillates between crushing weight, chaos, and melodic breaks, with precision and heavy emotional engagement. The result is brutal, unpredictable, and devoid of respect for genre police. Noise, energy, and sheer violence take the front seat. An expression that dominates the band's latest EP “Everything Hurts,” but even better live on stage where the band takes giant leaps between each performance. If you’re not already hooked, this is your chance to come early and secure bragging rights for the future.