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When Hardcore Kids Start a Melodic Project It Always Rules – BRISK is Case In Point [Malaysia]

By on April 2, 2026

Hailing from the humid streets of Kuala Lumpur, BRISK is a fresh sonic anomaly in the South East Asian underground.While many bands choose a side between the pit and the hook, Brisk unapologetically grabs both, blending the frantic energy of the pit with the massive, fuzzy hooks of 90s radio. No gatekeeping, no filler, just high energy anthems for the heavy hearted and the hyperactive

Brisk officially introduces themselves to the world with their debut single,”Do Nothing” dropping on April 1st, 2026.

“Do Nothing” serves as the perfect mission statement for Brisk, pairing a massive, “earworm” chorus with the raw, jagged vocal delivery fans of Militarie Gun or Drug Church will immediately recognize.

It’s a track that feels equally at home on a sweaty basement floor or a festival main stage, drawing a straight line between the stage diving energy of modern hardcore and the melodic power of Nirvana, Everclear and Third Eye Blind.

So bummed that the band has only released ONE track…we need a full EP of these jams.

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