ETERNAL STRUGGLE

This Tel Aviv crew bring classic hardcore with a contemporary twist

“THE LOCAL SCENE is intimate, intense and extremely active,” says Eternal Struggle vocalist Ori Frank of his home city, Tel Aviv. “There is no shortage of challenge, but I think that’s what drives them to be better bands.”

Those challenges have evidently energised Eternal Struggle, with their fusion of classic New York-style hardcore with a more contemporary sound, catching the attention of ex-madball guitarist Brian ‘Mitts’ Daniels, who produced their debut album, Year Of The Gun.

“Mitts had so much valuable insight, knowledge and wisdom, ideas, and his drive and focus really made us raise the bar and brought out the best in us and took our band to a new level,” says Ori.

Alongside traditional hardcore themes of unity, there’s a gritty authenticity to the band’s depiction of conflict.

“We are all drafted into the military here so themes such as PTSD, accountability, misconceptions and manipulation are all present within all our songs” Ori explains. “Music has never changed anything in politics, but it has inspired and empowered many individuals to think differently and to fight the good fight. It’s created dialogue, spread awareness and proven the power of unity and positivity. It has helped many cope with the endless challenges and frustrations we deal with in society. It gives a voice to many silent victims and to the kids who are sick of their toxic surroundings. It may not be political change but it brings change in human interaction, behaviour and relationships that can transform cultural, traditional, social and religious institutions over time.”

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