Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Bend Or Break (2026)

1. Brutal Image / You're A Fiend 00:00
2. Ideal Drought 01:20
3. No Outlook 02:11
4. Diverge 03:16
5. Reclusive 04:37

Introducing the debut 6 track demo tape from Yorkshire's BRUTAL IMAGE.
Featuring members of TOTAL CON, NECROTIZED & NUCLEAR CHILDREN, this lot comes swinging right out the gate with a brawny hardcore assault that takes equal inspiration from the more cult bands of the mid to late 80's NYHC scene (think ALTERCATION, BREAKDOWN & STRAIGHT AHEAD) and classic UKHC bands like RIPCORD or HERESY.
With catchy YOUTH OF TODAY-esque mosh parts that snap into furious blasts reminiscent of INFEST or CROSSED OUT in a moments notice, there's something here for those who sport spiky bracelets & Air Max alike. And as if that were not enough, it's all been captured in perfect Tascam demo tape fidelity for your listening pleasure.

CASSETTE TAPES AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER VIA COUNTERCULTURE RECORDS: counterculturerecords.bigcartel.com (UK) & BEND OR BREAK (IE/EU):
Bandcamp: bendandorbreak.bandcamp.com
Instagram: instagram.com/bend.orbreak
Contact: bendorbreakcontact@gmail.com

Recorded and mixed by Bobby Cole.
Mastered by Oliver Washington.
Released August 7, 2026