RVA punk band Friend or Foe premieres new single, ‘True’ on New Noise

by | Jul 7, 2016 | MUSIC

RVA has long been known for its vast and diverse punk scene and I’m always stoked when I find a new one to get into.

RVA has long been known for its vast and diverse punk scene and I’m always stoked when I find a new one to get into.

We’ve covered local hardcore punk band Friend or Foe before, but I’m just recently digging into their music and finding out what their about.

The four member group, who started bursting our ear drums back in 2011, recently dropped a new single, “True” and premiered it on New Noise and it’s loud, raw, and energetic.

“True” is off Friend or Foe’s upcoming third record, Foe, a five-track NYHC-influenced EP which is due out Aug. 19th via Flatspot Records. The latest single features guest vocals from Jimmy Williams of NYC-based hardcore band Maximum Penalty.

The Maryland-based record label has also just released a two-song cassette featuring the lead single, “True” and “Invincible” which will not be on the EP.

Keep an eye on RVA Mag for an interview with the band on their upcoming album, but in the meantime, check out Friend or Foe’s tour schedule below:

7/09/2016 Northside – Richmond, VA w/ Manipulate, Red Vision, New Solution
7/23/2016 Niagara (A7) – New York, NY w/ Countdown, Regulate, Heavy Chains (Dr. Know Benefit After Show)
9/07/2016 The Rex Theatre – Pittsburgh, PA w/ Sick Of It All, Comeback Kid
9/08/2016 Agora Ballroom – Cleveland, OH w/ Sick Of It All, Comeback Kid
9/09/2016 Majestic Cafe – Detroit, MI w/ Sick Of It All, Comeback Kid
9/10/2016 The Waiting Room – Buffalo, NY w/ Sick Of It All, Comeback Kid
9/11/2016 Trick Shot – Clifton Park, NY w/ Sick Of It All, Comeback Kid

Amy David

Amy David

Amy David was the Web Editor for RVAMag.com from May 2015 until September 2018. She covered craft beer, food, music, art and more. She's been a journalist since 2010 and attended Radford University. She enjoys dogs, beer, tacos, and Bob's Burgers references.




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