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The Future Is Here and Everything Needs to Be Destroyed

The Armed · 2025

32 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk

An explosive blend of chaotic energy and melodic intricacy that challenges conventions within hardcore punk.

Why this album works

This album matters for its audacious approach to genre and production, reflecting a broader cultural moment where punk is increasingly intertwined with avant-garde elements. The album's reception has sparked discussions on the future of hardcore, positioning it as a pivotal work in the genre’s evolution.
Best for
short, intense listening bursts dynamic emotional journeys explosive energy shifts
Context
By 2025, The Armed had solidified their reputation as boundary-pushers in the hardcore punk scene with this release. Following their critically acclaimed album 'Ultrapop' in 2021, 'The Future Is Here and Everything Needs to Be Destroyed' showcases their continued evolution, blending experimental sounds with aggressive punk roots during a time of rising political tensions.
Stylistic neighbors
Terror· Senses Fail· Beartooth

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Well Made Play 2:13
  • 2 Purity Drag 3:28
  • 3 Kingbreaker Standout 1:59
  • 4 Grace Obscure Standout 3:14
  • 5 Broken Mirror 2:31
  • 6 Sharp Teeth 2:34
  • 7 I Steal What I Want 2:06
  • 8 Local Millionaire Standout 3:37
  • 9 Gave Up 2:15
  • 10 Heathen 5:38
  • 11 A More Perfect Design 2:41

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