Biohazard

Biohazard is a foundational pillar of the New York Hardcore (NYHC) scene, emerging from Brooklyn in the late 1980s. They are widely credited as one of the first acts to successfully bridge the gap between heavy metal, hardcore punk, and hip-hop, creating a blueprint for the 'rapcore' and 'nu-metal' movements that would follow.

Their sound identity is defined by the dual-vocal attack of Evan Seinfeld and Billy Graziadei, whose rhythmic, spoken-shouted delivery provided a street-level authenticity that resonated beyond the traditional metal audience. Musically, they blended the speed of thrash with the 'mosh' parts of hardcore and the rhythmic pocket of groove metal. Their career arc saw them peak commercially in the mid-90s with albums like 'Urban Discipline' and 'State of the World Address,' which brought NYHC aesthetics to MTV and international festivals. Despite numerous lineup shifts and hiatuses, their influence remains massive, cited by bands ranging from Pantera to Korn. They occupy a unique cultural position as the bridge between the CBGBs punk era and the mainstream metal explosion of the late 90s.