Probably one of the most punk rock bands out there right now is this band from USA called The Kominas that feature four Asian Americans who use their music, lyrics and general platform to challenge the world at large. It could be challenging what stereotypically passes for “punk rock” because upon first listen they sound more like an indie-rock/garage rock type of band in tone and aesthetic. But if you look closer at their lyrics and ESPECIALLY read interviews where they explain what they’re all about – there is no better word to describe them then “punk” simply for the fact that they are directly confronting ideas and thoughts sparking controversy with their mere existence. How many of today’s bands that are stereotypically deemed as “punk” are actually causing controversy and debate?
You can stream their latest album and purchase it from their bandcamp page below.
Here’s a great interview on the band: http://www.colorlines.com/articles/breaking-presents-kominas-conscious-punk-band
After a significant hiatus, CELESTIAL GORGE is back with their first single from the upcoming album, releasing late 2026. Redemption is a cry for clarity amongst the noise of...
Unite Asia | January 28, 2026
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 | February 21, 2026
This Is Fucking Amazing – Death Metal Act KINH Release Debut Album [Vietnam]
Unite Asia | February 19, 2026
Philippines Meets RBS Madness – Beatdown Band BLOODSTAIN Drop Debut EP [Philippines]
Unite Asia | February 19, 2026
Thailand Drop Banger New Split EP TEN BAHT PER HOUR / FOD [Hardcore / Thrash Metal]
Unite Asia | February 12, 2026
Unite Asia | January 30, 2026
Unite Asia | February 28, 2026
YOOOOOO!!! If You Listen To Anything Today – Check THIS Out! Grindcore Duo CRAPGUM!
Unite Asia | February 28, 2026
Berlin-based Hardcore Band ZANJEER Return With First Taste of New Full Length [Germany]
Unite Asia | February 28, 2026
Filipino Metal and Hip Hop Team Up On Raging New Single ‘Magna’ [INTOLERANT/MOROBEATS]
Unite Asia | February 25, 2026
American Band YEAR OF THE DEAD (Hong Kong Fuck You) Announce Japan Dates
Unite Asia | February 25, 2026
Hardcore Metal Band ARCADIA Drop Emotional MV for ‘Fading Pages’ [Philippines]
Unite Asia | February 28, 2026
YOOOOOO!!! If You Listen To Anything Today – Check THIS Out! Grindcore Duo CRAPGUM!
Unite Asia | February 28, 2026
Berlin-based Hardcore Band ZANJEER Return With First Taste of New Full Length [Germany]
Unite Asia | February 28, 2026
Filipino Metal and Hip Hop Team Up On Raging New Single ‘Magna’ [INTOLERANT/MOROBEATS]
Unite Asia | February 25, 2026
American Band YEAR OF THE DEAD (Hong Kong Fuck You) Announce Japan Dates
Copyright © 2024 Unite Asia. Designed and powered by ALT-X Agency.

