Man Is the Bastard

Man Is the Bastard

A whirlwind of abrasive guitar riffs and rapid-fire percussion creates a suffocating atmosphere that feels both claustrophobic and explosively liberating.

hardcore punk · powerviolence

United States Est. 1990 Disbanded 1997
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D.I.Y.C.D.

D.I.Y.C.D.

1995
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About Man Is the Bastard

Man Is the Bastard matters for their unflinching confrontation of societal norms, using sound as a weapon to expose the raw underbelly of human experience.
Their primal energy and relentless noise create a visceral space where listeners are challenged to engage with uncomfortable truths, transforming concerts into cathartic rituals that resonate within the hardcore punk landscape.
Their primal energy and relentless noise create a visceral space where listeners are challenged to engage with uncomfortable truths, transforming concerts into cathartic rituals that resonate within the hardcore punk landscape. Their approach is marked by an uncompromising intensity, often employing a barrage of chaotic rhythms and jarring dynamics that disrupt conventional song structures. This sonic violence reflects their ethos, pushing against complacency and demanding active participation from those who dare to listen. Through fierce live performances and recordings, they cultivate an atmosphere where chaos becomes a medium for reflection and dissent. The band frequently explores themes of alienation, disillusionment, and existential dread, crafting lyrics that capture the angst of modern existence. Their writing oscillates between stark realism and abstract imagery, using an aggressive tone that oscillates between irony and sincerity. This duality invites listeners to confront their own feelings while resonating with the spirit of rebellion that pulses through their music.

1 studio album· United States

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1 release • 1 album • 1995–1995
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D.I.Y.C.D. album by Man Is the Bastard

D.I.Y.C.D.

1995

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