Deathcore Showcase Presented by Crank It Loud Takes Hangar1819 By The Devil Horns

Hangar 1819 has become a familiar haunt for heavy music lovers, and tonight was a reminder of why the venue draws fans in droves. A quintuple bill featuring Divinicide, Reflect//Refine, Fault Reset, Attracting the Fall, and Wither the Fallacy turned the venue into a crucible of intensity, each band offering their own brand of controlled chaos and sonic destruction.

Divinicide

Divinicide, hailing from Salisbury North Carolina kicked off the night with only a day’s notice, and their reputation for delivering punishing live performances preceded them. Their mix of blackened death metal with industrial undertones created an atmosphere that felt apocalyptic. The moment their music erupted through the speakers, the room was immersed in a maelstrom of blast beats, tremolo-picked riffs, and guttural growls. Divinicide’s sound is as dark as it is devastating, and their live presence is equally menacing. Frontman Jake Whitley commanded the stage with authority, his vocals cutting through the wall of sound like a knife. By the time the band tore into fan favorites, the crowd had completely surrendered to the sonic assault!

Reflect//Refine

When South Carolina’s Reflect//Refine hit the stage, they introduced a more refined, yet equally destructive, soundscape. The technicality of their music was immediately apparent, with intricate guitar leads and complex time signatures that felt almost orchestral in their layering. Their latest release No Soul showcased the band’s ability to marry precision with brutality. The crowd responded with intense energy, showing that this band has cultivated a loyal following. Reflect//Refine’s performance was polished, yet fierce, with a sense of controlled chaos that never felt overdone.

Fault Reset

Fault Reset from North Carolina brought a new dimension to the night, veering into a more groove-laden and heavy approach. Their set featured pounding rhythms and relentless chugging riffs that whipped the mosh pit into a frenzy. The band delivered crushing weight, leaving little room for breath between breakdowns. By the time they closed out their set, Hangar 1819 had transformed into a sweat-soaked battleground, with bodies moving in unison to the down tuned thunder.

Attracting the Fall

 Attracting the Fall from Raleigh North Carolina turned things up a notch. Their sound blended metalcore and prog influences, with tight, technical guitar work and moments of atmospheric calm before plunging into frenzied sections of double-bass-driven chaos. Their music stood out, allowing the band to stretch out musically while maintaining a firm grip on the crowd’s attention. The band worked like a well-oiled machine, and their stage presence was commanding.

Wither the Fallacy

By the time Wither the Fallacy took the stage, the anticipation in the air was palpable. Having earned the headlining slot, the band carried the weight of expectation with ease. From the first note, the crowd was immediately drawn into the emotional depth and intensity of their performance. Wither the Fallacy’s music blends post-hardcore with elements of melodic metalcore, offering soaring melodies, crushing breakdowns, and deeply personal lyrics that resonate on a visceral level.

Vocalist Jason Johnson commanded the stage with both aggression and vulnerability, alternating between gut-wrenching screams and haunting clean vocals that created a powerful contrast. Their music stirred the crowd into a frenzy, but it was during moments of introspection, where the band’s emotional weight truly shined, that the performance hit its peak. Their stage presence was magnetic, and it was clear from the audience’s reaction that Wither the Fallacy has become a force to be reckoned with in the local scene.

Upon closing out the night,Wither the Fallacy left everything on the stage. The emotional rawness of their music, coupled with their technical proficiency, made for a performance that was not only intense but cathartic. As the final chords faded, the audience erupted in applause, fully aware they had just witnessed something special.

In a lineup packed with incredible talent, Wither the Fallacy stood tall as the perfect headliner, bringing an emotional depth and complexity that lingered long after the last note had been played. Hangar 1819 once again proved why it’s a favorite venue for heavy music, with nights like this affirming its status as a breeding ground for both local and touring acts destined for bigger stages. Overall, it was a night where each band brought something unique to the table, yet collectively they created a unified sense of aggression and passion. What a night!