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Trash Talk came together in 2005, and in true hardcore band fashion they had a demo pressed and released as soon as they were playing their first shows. Their ferocious blend of hardcore punk and speed metal made them a live act to be raved about right from the word go, and netted them a record deal with Sell Our Souls Records, who released their demo tape within a year of the bands formation. After a few more releases on various California punk labels the band signed with Rumble Records to release their debut full length album in 2007. The band never stopped the whole time, fitting in studio time in the few weeks downtime they’d have in between tours, and in 2008, the band’s hard work paid off with self titled second album, produced by the legendary Steve Albini.
Albini’s presence saw the band’s profile skyrocket, and their next release, 2009’s single “East Of Eden”, saw vocals provided by Black Flag’s Keith Morris. The band also managed to play their first shows overseas at around this time, and with whole new countries exposed to Trash Talk’s live onslaught their name spread all the more. 2010 even saw them record a live session for BBC Radio One in the U.K, and afterwards they found a second home in the country, playing the world famous Download Festival in 2011 and playing main support on Every Time I Die’s tour there the same year.
2012 saw them sign to Odd Future Records, the first non-hip-hop act to do so, and ever since then they’ve continued to release acclaimed records and play some of the most intense and exciting live shows in modern rock. Through sheer force of perseverance and talent, they’ve become a hardcore band on a record label with a major label’s distribution behind them. For that, and their already legendary live shows, they come highly recommended.
Live reviews
Wreaking havoc since 2005, Sacramento’s hardcore punk quartet Trash Talk are not for the faint-hearted. As the name might suggest, you’re in for a real treat when it comes to the live shows. If you don’t want to get involved in the show, I suggest standing at the back of the room. From the moment they step on stage, led by vocalist Lee Spielman inciting utter chaos, the crowd are already hyped up as the elongated intro slowly build up before descending into madness. With circle pits engulfing the room, Spielman gets involved throwing himself into the crowd and hanging off ceiling supports, passing the microphone round the crowd. Trash Talk really thrive in small intimate venues giving them the freedom to interact with their passionate fan base and feed off the electric atmosphere. Full of energy and drive, the band play a wealth of material from ‘Vultures’ to ‘Destroy’ to ‘The Great Escape’. Trash talk have great control over the room, with the crowd in the palm of their hands orchestrating organised chaos. You’ll be sure to leave the show with a couple of sore joints and dripping in sweat. With high energy fuelled performances, Trash Talk’s insane spectacle will definitely have you talking about it for months to come.
EvieCriedWolf
Was honestly such a fucking sick show really enjoy thrash speed metal,circle pits and moshes. But was kind of dissapointed on how not that many people showed up to the show but lee can always bring up a good show no matter how many people show up. Anyways still had a great time
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