MASS EGO is a blackened hardcore band which blends searing aggression with intensity, forging a sound which is visceral and unpredictable. Featuring members of Joy Buttons, Silk Leash, and Zen, the band draws from a range of influences, channeling the grittiness of punk, the heaviness of sludge, and the bleakness of black metal. The result is a relentless and unmissable take on metallic hardcore.
MASS EGO, which has originated in Baltimore's underground scene, does extremely well on contrast with every song exploring the principles of tension and release.
Their newest offering, a three-song DEMO 2024, showcases the full spectrum of their dark energy and punk rock ethos. One of its standout tracks, Leave What We Don’t Need, encapsulates their approach, sounding all harsh yet honest, chaotic yet deliberate.
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