by Seth Metoyer, The Metal Onslaught,
Philadelphia’s metalcore powerhouse Pipe Bomb is back with their latest single, Hate Club, released on October 29, 2024. This track brings the band’s chaotic and gritty edge to the forefront, combining influences from late 2000s metalcore, mathcore, and modern hardcore. Fans of bands like The Chariot and Norma Jean will appreciate the raw, unconventional rhythms and abrasive guitar riffs that characterize Hate Club.
Lyrically, the song dives into the contentious world of superficial tolerance in today’s social climate. Vocalist Mitchell Layton describes Hate Club as a critique of “empathy as a competition,” highlighting the performative nature of social media-based activism. Layton states, “People want to be seen as the most loving, accepting person in the room, but it’s not for the right reasons. It’s all talk.” The song pulls no punches in addressing the divide between genuine empathy and virtue signaling, making it a track that resonates on a personal and cultural level.
Hate Club is available for streaming on Spotify, and fans can also check out a teaser trailer on YouTube to get a taste of the intense visuals accompanying the release. This single follows the success of their debut EP, Stomp, which established Pipe Bomb’s presence in the modern Christian metalcore scene with six aggressive tracks that blend intensity with a powerful message.
For the latest updates and more music, fans can connect with Pipe Bomb on their official social media channels.