Episode 348: Belfast Hardcore Rises: Steve & Robbie of If It Bleeds on their formation, debut EP & Bloodstock 2025.

In this episode, I sit down with Steve (drums) and Robbie (guitar) from the 5-piece hardcore-infused metal outfit If It Bleeds – one of the most exciting names rising out of the Belfast heavy scene. We dive deep into: • How the band was formed • Steve and Paddy’s shared history in Heal of Achilles • Their debut WE CAN KILL IT EP — 13 minutes of crushing, high-impact metal mixed & mastered by Josh Robinson • Capturing raw live energy in both their recordings and chaotic, DIY music videos • A creative, uncompromising approach to heavy music • Bringing Belfast Hardcore to Bloodstock 2025 • And their passion for making real connections in the metal and hardcore scenes This band is as real and raw as it gets — loud, aggressive, and unapologetically themselves. 🎧 Whether you're into hardcore, metalcore, or anything heavy, this one’s a must-listen. 🩸 If it bleeds… you know the rest. 🔗 Watch/listen now, drop a like, subscribe, and support independent heavy music! Band Link: https://linktr.ee/ifitbleedsbc https://open.spotify.com/artist/57df7v0PK99QspMtohYLCb?si=FJQdu99-SDywpE4RuiOB3w IfItBleeds #MetalPodcast #WeCanKillItEP #JoshRobinsonAudio #BelfastHardcore #Bloodstock2025 #HardcoreMetal #UKMetalScene #MetalInterview #SupportTheScene #DIYMetal