Hologram is a contemporary hardcore punk entity based in Seattle, Washington, primarily associated with the influential Iron Lung Records roster. Their sound identity is defined by a 'blown-out' production style that bridges the gap between traditional 80s hardcore velocity and modern noise rock experimentation.
Unlike many of their peers who aim for clarity, Hologram utilizes sonic saturation and vocal processing to create a claustrophobic, industrial-tinged atmosphere. Their 2021 LP, No Longer Human, solidified their position in the 'New Wave of American Hardcore,' earning critical acclaim for its uncompromising intensity and existential lyrical themes. The project is noted for its rhythmic volatility and the use of short, sharp bursts of noise that disrupt conventional song structures. Culturally, they occupy a space within the DIY punk scene that values aesthetic extremity and physical performance, often drawing comparisons to the more experimental end of the hardcore spectrum where punk meets power electronics.
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