1-Year Anniversary Of The New B9 HQ & Record Store!

Today (9/9/23) marks one year that our new HQ/record store has been open! We are grateful for everyone's support, without which, we may not have been able to realize its full potential. Come hang out and celebrate with us today. If you haven't checked out the store yet, now's the perfect time. (We're also offering free Bridge Nine tote bags with every purchase of $25 or more all weekend!)

Since opening, we have…

Signed three new bands

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Put out 4 records

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Put out 7 exclusive variants

Hosted in-store events like War On Women’s acoustic set and our Record Store Day market

War On Women

Al Barile of SSD

Sound Investment Records

Nancy Barile and Lori Dawn

Hellhound Publishing

And have hosted three shows, with another one imminent…

New Found Glory

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American Nightmare

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Cave In

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We’re very excited to have both H2O and Bridge Nine newcomers Incendiary Device perform for our anniversary. H2O has been an important band to us long before we signed them, and to be able to have a relationship with them these past 15 years since putting out Nothing To Prove has been incredible. We can’t think of a more fitting way to round out the first year of our new HQ and record store, and start the next one with some PMA, courtesy of H2O.

Bridge Nine Alumni Crime In Stereo Sign to Pure Noise Records

Long-time Bridge Nine band Crime In Stereo has just announced that they have joined the Pure Noise roster! We are lucky to have been a part of their journey, and happy to see them start a new chapter in their careers. Check out their new single, Hypernormalisation, and pre-order their forthcoming record and merch HERE!

Kill Your Idols Exclusive variants Now Available

Bridge Nine is proud to partner with Blackout! Records to offer exclusive silver variants of these three Kill Your Idols LPs, which are now available! Get yours HERE.

Bridge Nine Records sign post-hardcore band HEAVYHEX

Continuing to build an exciting roster, today legendary hardcore label Bridge Nine Records announces the signing of Long Island band HEAVYHEX. Since forming in 2021, the band quickly gained a reputation for their ability to translate raw emotion into their music, blending melodic and post-hardcore. Drawing inspiration from influential bands like Mindset, Have Heart, and Title Fight, HEAVYHEX has crafted a distinctive sound that combines aggressive yet melodic guitars with impactful lyrics. The band has been building a following in New York and beyond since the self-release of their debut EP, Stare, in April 2022. The band’s captivating, sing-a-long ready live show has allowed them to share the stage with acts like Silent Majority, Militarie Gun, Soul Glo, and I Am The Avalanche.

HEAVYHEX just wrapped up recording their debut album, True To You, in the studio with Jay Maas (Defeater), with a release date to be announced. The album will dive deep into personal struggles, societal issues, and the demand for equality. Collaborating with Maas, the band channeled their collective energy and creativity to shape guitar tones that strike a balance of aggression, clarity, and emotion, accompanied by fast and hard-hitting percussion.

On signing HEAVYHEX, Bridge Nine owner Chris Wrenn states:

“The entire Bridge Nine team is thrilled to be working with HEAVYHEX. Listening to their EP, I got the same feeling I did when I first heard Have Heart and Defeater, and knew they were meant to join the Bridge Nine family. I can’t wait to release their new album and see everyone at their upcoming shows singing along to their compelling songs.”

With a powerful new album on the way, HEAVYHEX are primed to be the next band to watch in hardcore. As we head toward the release of new music, you can keep up with the band on Instagram and they have several shows coming up in Amityville, NY. Dates below.

HEAVYHEX is Daniel Lukach (Guitar & Vocals), David Gastiaburo (Vocals), Kevin Finamore (Bass & Vocals), Jeremy Gardiner (Guitar), and Michael DiLello (Drums).

Upcoming Shows:

8/27 w/ Survivors Guilt & American Slobs @ Amityville Music Hall - Amityville, NY

9/22 w/ The Backup Plan & Private Mind @ Amityville Music Hall - Amityville, NY

Follow HEAVYHEX:

Instagram

Bandcamp

Press Inquiries: Alexa Gallo - alexa@wordlesspr.com

Check out the band’s EPs on Bandcamp:

Incendiary Device Announce Record Release Show

The newest addition to the Bridge Nine roster, Incendiary Device, have just announced their record release show taking place at The Bowery Electric on November 12th! As is tradition, this Sunday matinee will be free and all ages. You don't wanna miss this one.

Bridge Nine Records sign New York hardcore band Incendiary Device - New album coming this fall

Since 1995, Bridge Nine Records has been a home for genre-defining records. Today, the Boston label welcomes New York’s Incendiary Device to its growing roster. Founded by NYHC journeyman, documentarian, and filmmaker Drew Stone (vocals), and Tristan D’Graves (bass), Incendiary Device’s music is steeped in early hardcore and classic punk while inescapably maintaining the edge and grit of their New York roots. Heavily influenced by Minor Threat, Negative Approach, SSD and early Black Flag, Stone and D’Graves share a rich musical history having played and toured together for over a decade in several New York-based bands (Antidote, The High & The Mighty, Drew Stone Hit Squad). Rounding out the 4-piece are Shaun Brennan (guitar), a veteran of the D.C. music scene, and Mike Flaherty (drums) who cut his teeth playing many a hardcore punk matinee (Car Bomb Parade, United Blood). Having formed in 2022, Incendiary Device will release their first full length album on Bridge Nine this fall.

On joining the label’s roster, D’Graves states:

“We’re thrilled to be working with Bridge Nine for our debut album. Their reputation as a label that supports and nurtures the hardcore scene is unmatched, and we’re honored to be part of their roster.”

And chiming in on what fans an expect from the record, Stone expands:

“We are excited about this album. It echos all our hopes and dreams looking towards the future. It harkens back to a time that was a big influence on all of us : Classic old school, American hardcore. We look forward to heading out on the road playing it for all our friends around the world. Thank you for the support!”

Bridge Nine label owner Chris Wrenn exclaims on signing the band:

"Working with Drew Stone and his new band, Incendiary Device, was an easy decision to make. Drew's long, rich history in both the New York City and Boston hardcore scenes, as well as his unwavering commitment to using his platform to promote up-and-coming bands represents the dedication and spirit that I look for when signing artists to Bridge Nine. I'm excited to be part of what he's up to next as he unleashes the new Incendiary Device album upon the world!”

Incendiary Device’s self-titled release features 12 tracks penned by D’Graves, Stone and Brennan that capture the energy and rage of NYHC with hook-laden songwriting sensibility, separating them from their peers. Incendiary Device has toured nationally and shared the stage with bands including Biohazard, Madball, Sheer Terror, and Gogol Bordello, and have a couple of shows on the horizon with more to be announced. Stay tuned for more details regarding the upcoming record.

Upcoming Shows:

9/30 - Clifton, NJ @ Dingbatz w/ Spoiler NYC

Follow the Band on Instagram here!

Press Inquiries:

Alexa Gallo - alexa@wordlesspr.com

Fools Game / Risk Split 7" B9 Exclusive Variant Now Available For Pre-Order!

Pennsylvania's Fools Game and Boston's Risk (the latter of which have shared the stage with B9's Death Before Dishonor and Slapshot) bring you 6 tracks of some of the best hardcore both scenes currently have to offer.

Bridge Nine has teamed up with Never Ran Never Will Records to offer you this exclusive variant on silver vinyl -- only 250 will ever be pressed. Pre-order yours HERE.

Will ship on 8/18.

Don't Stand In Line Season 1 Episode 6 Now Streaming On Youtube

We are excited to announce that the season finale, Episode 6 of the docu-series Don’t Stand In Line is now streaming on Youtube, and you can watch it HERE!

We were profiled alongside three other entrepreneurs, Sunny at Hate5Six, Greg at Wolf Brigade, and Steve at FBM Bike Company.

Check out the first five episodes (catch up HERE), and then go to Codec Projects to see how you can help support Anthony as he works on Season Two!

Pre-order the B9 exclusive variant (limited to 100) of Stretch Arm Strong's "A Revolution Transmission" (Iodine Recordings)

***Update: SOLD OUT!*** Bridge Nine is proud to partner with our old friend Casey and his Iodine Recordings label on this pressing of Stretch Arm Strong’s album “A Revolution Transmission” - pre-order the limited-to-100 B9 exclusive on coke bottle clear with white spatter HERE!

About this collaboration:
Few punk bands have the history and influence held by hardcore veterans Stretch Arm Strong. Formed in early 1992 in Columbia, South Carolina, Stretch Arm Strong perfectly executes a style of Hardcore Punk that few other bands have been able master as well as them. The band embodies a style of Melodic Hardcore, but seamlessly incorporates elements of pop-punk and heavy breakdowns. Their style appealed to fans of all punk sub-genres, allowing them to remain an important band in our scene until this day.

Iodine Recordings and Stretch Arm Strong have partnered together to reissue “A Revolution Transmission”, which has become one of the most iconic and popular hardcore punk records of the early 2000's, and has been out of print for over 20 years. This limited pressing has been completely redesigned and packaged using elements of the original art and completely remastered for vinyl by Jack Shirley (Quicksand, Joyce Manor, Deafheaven) at The Atomic Garden in San Francisco, CA. Offered in several exclusive color vinyl variants.

Death Before Dishonor "Master Of None" - new single OUT NOW

Death Before Dishonor have released their newest single: “Master Of None”! This offering includes both the title track and a cover of the Dead Boys classic, Sonic Reducer, both of which are now streaming.

According to the band:

“Months after ‘Unfinished Business’ was released, the pandemic hit. Touring was paused but we knew we couldn’t lose our momentum and wait another decade in-between records. Zeuss’s production on that record was just the start of many heavy things to come. After welcoming our guitar player B-Roll back into the band, we couldn’t wait to get into the studio again. ‘Master of None’ is a showcase of what we consider all the best aspects of our sound. Songs to be sung in basements and festival fields all over the world. Metallic hardcore riffs mixed with UK punk anthems, but never too far outside the traditional hardcore roots from where Death Before Dishonor started over 20 years ago.”

“Lyrically, Master of None is about breaking the shackles of mental manipulation. Most people can relate to the struggle of someone in their life wielding emotions or guilt against them. With this track, we’re taking aim at those who use these tactics to maintain control, and are providing an an outlet for anyone ready to fight back."

Place your pre-order for the 7” now, and catch Death Before Dishonor on their European tour starting on July 29th!

Gold variant is a Coretex Records exclusive.

Agnostic Front "Victim In Pain" Re-Pressing

The 40th anniversary of the Agnostic Front’s seminal debut LP, “Victim In Pain”, is almost here. With that in mind, we decided that we wanted to do something special for our 5th pressing of this keystone in the hardcore genre.

This edition features a new take on the original jacket design with the addition of an embossed logo and title. The dust sleeve is printed with a live picture of the band, as well as lyrics on the opposite side. We have pressed 6 variants of this record, and pre-orders are live now!

Variants:

(Gold/200) - Coretex Records Exclusive

(Red/300) - Generation Records Exclusive

(Blue/500) 

(Black Platinum Smoke/500) - Revolver Exclusive

Available via Revolver, Brooklyn Vegan, Alt Press, and Goldmine

(Silver/1000)

(Yellow/1000) - Revelation Records Exclusive

H2O & Incendiary Device LIVE At The Bridge Nine Warehouse! ***Update: SOLD OUT***

***UPDATE: this show is officially SOLD OUT***

This September marks the one-year anniversary of the opening of our record store in Beverly, MA. We thought the best way to celebrate would be to invite H2O to be the 4th band to play in our warehouse show series alongside Incendiary Device, fronted by NYHC legend Drew Stone!

Tickets go on sale right now. We will have a portion available online, as well as at our Beverly store (avoid service fees by coming in if you're local). Admission is $20, and all tickets are will call. As usual, attendance is very limited, so make sure to act fast! We look forward to seeing you there.

Bridge Nine x The Athletic "Street Vending" Playlist

“Yankees Suck” was the most heard phrase in Boston in 2000. So Bridge Nine record label owner Chris Wrenn walked to Fenway Park with friends to hawk souvenirs with the slogan in the street, earning hundreds of thousands of dollars and investing it all in a new generation of hardcore-punk bands.

As a companion piece to The Athletic’s story about the early days of Bridge Nine and Sully’s Brand, and how Boston sports fans (unknowingly?) helped fund a new generation of hardcore punk, Chris created this playlist featuring bands that both included members who hawked the rivalry-fueling merch at Fenway Park in the early 2000s, and the bands that benefitted. From American Nightmare to Death Before Dishonor and H2O:

Bridge Nine featured in The Athletic (New York Times)

The Athletic just released an article written by senior editor Sunaya Sapurji that delves into the origin story of Bridge Nine Records, and the outside-of-the-box way that we financially kickstarted the label, by selling “Yankees Suck” merch to Red Sox fans after every game at Fenway Park in the early 2000s through an effort that later became the Sully’s brand. Learn about how Boston's sports fans (unknowingly?) helped launch the Bridge Nine label, and how both brands have grown side-by-side over the past two decades! Read it HERE!

(Illustration: John Bradford / The Athletic; photos: Getty Images, Smith Collection / Gado, Dina Rudick / The Boston Globe; courtesy of Bridge Nine Records)

40 Years of United Blood: Agnostic Front on tour in September

As Agnostic Front continues celebrating 40 Years of United Blood, they are excited to announce this mini North East run with their life long NYHC brothers Murphy’s Law and the UK’s Grade 2! Tickets go on sale this Friday! Spread the word and stay tuned for more info!!!

Sept. 8th - Syracuse, NY @ The Song & Dance

Sept. 9th - Stroudsburg, PA @ Sherman Theater

Sept. 10th - Morgantown, WV @ 123 Pleasant Street

Sept. 12th - Mechanicsburg, PA @ Lovedraft's Brewing

Sept. 13th - Asbury Park, NJ @ Asbury Lanes

Sept. 14th - Buffalo, NY @ Mohawk

Sept. 15th - Albany, NY @ Empire Underground

Sept. 16th - Montreal, QUE @ Envol et Macadam (AF only)

Sept. 17th - Burlington, VT @ Showcase Lounge

Sept. 18th - Boston, MA @ House of Blues (AF and Grade 2 only)