
Goddamn…it’s hard to believe that a band who have just delivered a phenomenally written heavy hardcore record only formed in 2022! But here we are being blown away by Malaysian hardcore band RUSTED on their insane debut album chock-full of heavy riffs that are groove-based and written for mass destruction in pits all over the planet. The band states, “We released our first demo back in March 2022 and are heavily influenced by bands like Judiciary, Guilt Trip, and Knocked Loose. But our music is a combination of hardcore and non-hardcore elements.”
Of course we had to hit them up about the full length itself – this frickin breathtaking collection of killer music.
“The album immerses listeners in a world of intense emotions and raw energy. With its thundering guitar riffs, aggressive drumming, and screaming vocals, the album explores themes of inner anger the injustice happening in the world, and the struggle of addiction. The lyrics delve into personal anger and societal critiques, often using metaphors of darkness and chaos to convey a sense of unease.”

And on the artwork…”This was made by @syarifshukri a friend of ours. It features a striking image of a blood-red sky over an uneasy landscape. In the foreground, a lone figure stands, a torturer. The sky is adorned with swirling clouds that resemble both fire and smoke, creating an atmosphere of impending doom. Overall, this artwork portrays the anger and hatred of a person.”
Enough reading – go blast this shit and start spin-kicking your house into oblivion.
INTERVIEW | Farhan Vocalist Scottish Hardcore Band RESIST This amazing series continues today with a new instalment of documenting the small minority of Asians involved in UK hardcore. Today’s...
Unite Asia | October 30, 2025
CHECK OUT: Tehran Punk Rock Act THE LASHES Give Us The Deets [Iran]
Unite Asia | November 11, 2022
REVIEW: Hong Kong Post-Hardcore Act Wellsaid Release Sophomore Album ‘Lurking’
Unite Asia | April 3, 2022
REVIEW: Hardcore Punk Act SPIT Release Self-Titled Debut Album [Taiwan]
Unite Asia | August 31, 2021
REVIEW: Melodic Death Metal Band Reborn Release EP [Vietnam]
Unite Asia | August 4, 2021
REVIEW: The Most Important Punk Rock Release of 2021 – The Rebel Riot [Myanmar]
Unite Asia | June 15, 2021
REVIEW: Metalcore Band Prompts’ ‘Magenta Smile’ Gets A Full Review [Japan]
Unite Asia | December 1, 2025
Indian Nu Metal Band DEATH ON THE HORIZON Drop New EP [India]
Unite Asia | November 19, 2025
From Lahore to Belfast, D Beat Crust Band RATS BREATH Release 2 Song Promo [Ireland]
Unite Asia | November 14, 2025
Indian Pop Punk Band PUNK ON TOAST Return With New Single ‘The Descent’ [India]
Unite Asia | November 14, 2025
Unite Asia | November 9, 2025
Hardcore Punk Band ZIP Drop First Taste of Upcoming Debut LP [Indonesia]
Unite Asia | December 1, 2025
Indian Nu Metal Band DEATH ON THE HORIZON Drop New EP [India]
Unite Asia | December 1, 2025
Unite Asia | December 1, 2025
Hardcore Punk Band MAIO Release 2 Track Taster for New Full Length [Indonesia]
Unite Asia | November 26, 2025
Punk Trio SAILOR HONEYMOON Release New Single ‘Armchair’ [Korea]
Unite Asia | November 19, 2025
From Lahore to Belfast, D Beat Crust Band RATS BREATH Release 2 Song Promo [Ireland]
Unite Asia | December 1, 2025
Indian Nu Metal Band DEATH ON THE HORIZON Drop New EP [India]
Unite Asia | December 1, 2025
Unite Asia | December 1, 2025
Hardcore Punk Band MAIO Release 2 Track Taster for New Full Length [Indonesia]
Unite Asia | November 26, 2025
Punk Trio SAILOR HONEYMOON Release New Single ‘Armchair’ [Korea]
Copyright © 2024 Unite Asia. Designed and powered by ALT-X Agency.

