Emerging Artist Reviews

Faded Line Release New EP "The Only Way Out Is Through"

by The Metalverse

Updated September 08, 2026

Faded Line Release New EP "The Only Way Out Is Through"

Albany, New York metal act Faded Line has just unleashed their latest EP, "The Only Way Out Is Through" on July 24th via Creep Records. Formed in 2021, Faded Line is made up of music veterans in the New York Hardcore scene who have played in bands like Murphy's Law, Madball, Machinehead, DRI, and more. The band is Vegas Nancy (vocals), Jeff Manion (guitar), Mike Prout (guitar), Carlo D'Amato (bass), and Walter "Monsta" Ryan (drums).

Tracks:

Intro / Chalk Outline
Stomping Grounds
Bury The Hatchet
Hollow Point Forgiveness
Zenith
Exit Wounds
Frame Of Mind
Death Of A Real One

Very quickly in the EP, Faded Line showcases a powerful sound. Explosive screaming vocals, raw production, heavy metal guitars, thumping bass, and percussive drums work together to create a classic hardcore sound. Galloping tempos alternate with slower sections, creating a dynamic sense of contrast. Speeding blast beats add to the hardcore sound as an intensely fast, in-your-face sound is created.

Mixing influences from punk and heavy metal, Faded Line pays homage to hardcore greats with a nostalgic, classic sound that HC fans love. Tracks like "Hollow Point Forgiveness" trade some of the punk influences to stray further towards extreme metal as rapid double bass and distorted guitar chugging creates a brutal sound, even ending with a crushing breakdown.

The punk and hardcore edge is clear, as many of the songs feature samples talking about violence and anger. From start to finish, the EP is 28 minutes long and builds a consistent sound that blends genres like death metal and hardcore.

Overall, Faded Line creates a sound that is raw, heavy, and unapologetically explosive. Fans of hardcore music should definitely check out "The Only Way Out Is Through". You can stream the band's latest EP, available on all platforms now.