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Sheffield has become known for producing profound moments in heavy music. The debut full length record from Rough Justice, ‘Faith In Vain’, is another one of these moments. A semi-discography, the record includes reworked songs from the bands decade-long career, interwoven with violent, impactful and introspective new works that give ‘Faith In Vain’ a unique feel that encapsulates what Rough Justice is all about. 

Rough Justice are rightly known as a hardcore band that were born out of a mutual love of hardcore bands from the north east of Pennsylvania, namely Bad Seed and Dead End Path. As formative artists for all five members, these were the pillars that made the band what it is but, with ‘Faith In Vain’, Rough Justice pull from far more than these two deep cuts. As huge metal fans, the band has subconsciously introduced more sophisticated guitar parts and structures, without departing from the straightforward heaviness that has maintained their popularity since the release of their demo in 2011. The band themselves didn’t target a specific sound or set of influences while writing the record which is arguably what makes it difficult to compare with much else.‘Faith In Vain’ is a showcase of unique song structures and riffs that highlight the band's progression as songwriters without ever losing sight of their hardcore sensibilities. 

Listeners will hear the defiant, direct lyrics typical of hardcore bands past and present, combined with more nuanced and ambiguous moments that will stay with you long after listening. It’s this combination of metallic hardcore intensity and a sensitivity and consideration for the lyrics that gives Rough Justice a point of difference. From songs about guilt and fear, to others pondering religion and the hidden intentions of others - ‘Faith In Vain’ shatters all preconceived notions of what a hardcore record can be.