Punkrock Riot #23: LOTUS + Eyesores + Prey

Lotus 
The Belgian hardcore punk band is known for their intense sound, raw energy, and uncompromising approach to heavy metal. By combining elements of metal hardcore with mid-tempo and punk influences, the band delivers powerful and energetic songs that reflect a sense of violent acceptance in the outside world. Their live performances are fierce, with a high DIY ethic and involvement in the Belgian hardcore scene.  

Eyesores 
From a disruptive object, you most want to look away. But Eyesores stay imprinted in your mind. Not because they are beautiful, but because they scratch. Exactly so, Eyesores holds up a mirror that you most want to break. This confrontational urge translates into fast, gasoline-soaked garage punk tracks set on fire. The sound of Eyesores is perfect for you if you enjoy bands like Thats, Osees, Stiff Richards, and Teen Mortgage.  

Prey 
In a space filled with smoke, arms and legs fly around at head height. Inspired by bands like The Stooges, Fugazi, and Ceremony, friendly musicians dive into a small room, where they have been working on an expanding repertoire of raw high-energy garage punk. The sound is uncompromising, angry, and best described as the perfect mix of vulgarity and poetry.