‘For The Hearts Still Beating’ by Harboured Album Review

The opening track, '16 Ways to Start a Fight’ begins with the line “I like these calm little moments before the storm. It reminds me of Beethoven,” from the 1994 film ‘Leon’. Harboured sure know how to make an entrance. With strong hardcore vocals and heavy riffs, they have a similar sound to bands such as Deez Nuts and Your Demise.

‘The Bold, the Brave, the Free’ has varying tones and a deep bass line, sounding extremely catchy and impressive for a band that only formed this year. It’s one of the best hardcore songs I've heard due to its striking breakdown and appealing chorus. If you only listen to one song by Harboured, I recommend this one.

The next song on the album is ‘Devastator’, which is two minutes and thirty-seven seconds of fast-paced guitaring and very heavy vocals. With yet another impressive breakdown, they've mastered the hardcore genre very well. 'Kids Who Play Contra’ is another short song, with yet another catchy riff. Despite being a short song, it leaves a strong impression and sounds great.

‘Kids Who Play Contra’ is another short song, with yet another catchy riff. Despite being a short song, it leaves a very strong impression.

The fifth track, ‘Better off Betrayed’ begins with an impressive technical guitar riff, leading into heavy vocals shouting “Get on your knees!” It’s almost impossible to stop yourself moshing away to this song, and the drumming is extremely notable. It would definitely be amazing to hear this song played live.
‘D.D.T’ is an extremely fast-paced thirty-six second song, full of energy and liveliness.
The final track on the album, ‘Hang Your Head’ is a strong ending to an impressive first album, with possibly the best breakdown on the album. Full of anger and emotion, making it very enjoyable for any hardcore fan to listen to.

Their album is free to download, and I strongly suggest that you check it out here: http://harbouredhc.bandcamp.com.