0
0
Hatebreed
170 Russell
Hatebreed at 170 Russell, Melbourne – A Relentless Onslaught of Hardcore Fury
Hatebreed stormed into 170 Russell with a set that was nothing short of a sonic sledgehammer. From the moment they hit the stage, the energy was explosive, with the crowd feeding off every crushing riff and barked lyric. Frontman Jamey Jasta commanded the room with an undeniable presence, leading the charge with anthems of resilience, defiance, and sheer hardcore aggression.
The setlist was a brutal mix of classics and newer tracks, each song igniting furious pits and relentless headbanging. “Destroy Everything” and “Live for This” were absolute chaos, with fists in the air and the entire room chanting along. The tightness of the band was impressive—Chris Beattie’s basslines were thunderous, Wayne Lozinak and Frank Novinec’s guitars cut like razors, and Matt Byrne’s drumming was pure punishment.
The crowd at 170 Russell was electric, a sea of bodies surging with unfiltered adrenaline. Melbourne’s hardcore fans showed up in force, turning the venue into a warzone of two-step breakdowns and circle pits. Security had their hands full, but the atmosphere remained one of unity—Hatebreed’s message of strength through struggle resonated hard.
Closing with “Looking down the Barrel of Today,” the band left no doubt as to why they remain one of the most respected names in hardcore. The night was loud, intense, and unforgettable—just how a Hatebreed show should be. If you missed it, you missed one of the heaviest gigs Melbourne has seen this year.
