Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Chicago based metalcore band, VCTMS, return with their brand new EP, Pain Processing II set for release on the 1st of May independently.
Often described as metalcore, or Nu Metalcore, VCTMS incorporate splashes of hip-hop, darkwave, industrial, post-hardcore and more into their sound defying genre boundaries. At their core though, no matter how experimental they get, they are angry, delivering devastating metal, hellbent on groovy, chaotic, blistering and depressive noise with lyrical content that ranges from introspection to homicidal.
VCTMS deliver quite a mammoth EP here, with 7 tracks and around 24 minutes of music, getting them close to album length in some genres. An EP that feels relentless in both intent and execution, balancing sheer aggression with more than enough creativity to keep things engaging throughout. The guest spots add genuine value, while the band’s own versatility gives the record real depth. It can feel overwhelming at times, but that chaos is part of the appeal. Ultimately, Pain Processing II is a heavy, modern release that hits hard, sticks with you, and shows there’s more to VCTMS than just unfiltered brutality.
Read the full review here: gbhbl.com/ep-review-vctms-pain-processing-ii-self-released
In this interview, we spoke with vocalist, John and guitarist, Mike, about the new EP and the VCTMS mentality as they end the 'Pain Processing' cycle. We also delve into their work ethic, their creative process, relentlessly touring, and so much more.
Find out more here: vctmsofficial.com
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Chicago based metalcore band, VCTMS, return with their brand new EP, Pain Processing II set for release on the 1st of May independently.
Often described as metalcore, or Nu Metalcore, VCTMS incorporate splashes of hip-hop, darkwave, industrial, post-hardcore and more into their sound defying genre boundaries. At their core though, no matter how experimental they get, they are angry, delivering devastating metal, hellbent on groovy, chaotic, blistering and depressive noise with lyrical content that ranges from introspection to homicidal.
VCTMS deliver quite a mammoth EP here, with 7 tracks and around 24 minutes of music, getting them close to album length in some genres. An EP that feels relentless in both intent and execution, balancing sheer aggression with more than enough creativity to keep things engaging throughout. The guest spots add genuine value, while the band’s own versatility gives the record real depth. It can feel overwhelming at times, but that chaos is part of the appeal. Ultimately, Pain Processing II is a heavy, modern release that hits hard, sticks with you, and shows there’s more to VCTMS than just unfiltered brutality.
Read the full review here: gbhbl.com/ep-review-vctms-pain-processing-ii-self-released
In this interview, we spoke with vocalist, John and guitarist, Mike, about the new EP and the VCTMS mentality as they end the 'Pain Processing' cycle. We also delve into their work ethic, their creative process, relentlessly touring, and so much more.
Find out more here: vctmsofficial.com
Website: gbhbl.com
LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/gbhbl
Ko-Fi (Buy us a coffee): ko-fi.com/gbhbl
Facebook: facebook.com/GBHBL
Instagram: instagram.com/gbhbl
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/gbhbl.com
Threads: threads.net/@gbhbl
Contact: gbhblofficial@gmail.com
Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/gbhbl
Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5A4toGR0qap5zfoR4cIIBo
Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/hr/podcast/the-gbhbl-podcasts/id1350465865
Intro/Outro music created by HexedRiffsStudios
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCKSpZ6roX36WaFWwQ73Cbbg
Instagram: instagram.com/hexedriffsstudio
