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Hardcore CrayonsProving that you don’t need a decent band name to rock is Minneapolis act Hardcore Crayons. The three-piece band operates from a weirdly appealing intersection of hard rock, ska and dub. The results sometimes meander too close to jam-band territory, but Hardcore Crayons’ technical chops make up for any misguided stylistic leanings. Prog-metal fans will find plenty to like.
Updated 11/09/2011
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