Bore by Bore: A Sonic Sledgehammer That Leaves You Gasping for Air
Alright, let’s get real for a sec—Bore isn’t boring. Nope. Not even close. This 2019 release from the US-based band Bore is like that one friend who shows up uninvited but ends up being the life of the party. It’s raw, chaotic, and dripping with attitude—a perfect cocktail of Hardcore, Punk, and Metalcore vibes. Released under Not On Label (which honestly feels kinda punk in itself), this album doesn’t ask permission to kick your ass. It just does.
Now, I gotta shout out two tracks because they’ve been stuck in my head like gum on a shoe: “George & The Devil” and “Ashtray / Libido.” These songs? Absolute bangers.
First up, “George & The Devil.” Man, this track hits harder than an unexpected breakup text. From the first riff, it grabs you by the collar and shakes you awake. The vocals are equal parts snarl and scream, like someone letting loose all their pent-up frustration in one explosive burst. And those breakdowns? Oh man, they’re nasty—in the best way possible. There’s something about how it flips between chaos and groove that makes it unforgettable. When it’s over, you’re left breathless, wondering if you need to sit down or start moshing alone in your room.
Then there’s “Ashtray / Libido,” which feels like stumbling into a bar fight where everyone’s too drunk to care about the rules. The energy here is wild, unhinged, almost reckless—but damn, does it work. The lyrics feel dirty and honest, like secrets whispered late at night when no one else is around. The guitar riffs are sharp enough to cut glass, and the drums hit so hard you’d swear the floor’s shaking beneath you. By the end, you realize you’ve probably listened to it three times in a row without meaning to. Oops.
What makes Bore stand out isn’t just its sound—it’s the vibe. It’s messy, loud, and unapologetically human. Listening to it feels less like pressing play and more like surviving a storm. You come out the other side drenched, exhausted, but kinda exhilarated.
And hey, here’s the kicker: I don’t think Bore set out to reinvent anything with this album. But maybe that’s the point. Sometimes you don’t need to change the world—you just need to make some noise while you’re here. So crank this sucker up, lose yourself in the chaos, and remember why rock music still matters.
Oh, and if anyone asks? Yeah, you liked it before it was cool.
