Heriot

About

Heriot doesn’t just play metal; they weaponize it. Hailing from the UK, this quartet detonates sonic landscapes forged from the brutal intersection of grindcore, sludge, and hardcore punk, creating a claustrophobic yet undeniably cathartic experience. Think Converge fronted by a banshee and you’re halfway there. Heriot’s early releases garnered attention for their uncompromising intensity, but it was their signing to Church Road Records and the subsequent release of EPs like "Violence" and "Concrete" that solidified their position as a force to be reckoned with. Jamie Vernon’s guttural vocals, combined with Erhan Alman's shredding guitar, are the sonic equivalent of being repeatedly punched in the face, while the rhythm section of Jake Packer and Julian Gage provides a concrete foundation for the controlled chaos. Their music resonates with a generation grappling with societal anxieties, channeling frustration into raw, untamed energy. Heriot has toured relentlessly, sharing stages with bands like Conjurer and Svalbard, further cementing their reputation as a live act not to be missed. Currently, the band is relentlessly writing and recording, preparing to unleash their next sonic assault on the world.