New York City has always thrived on collisions — of sound, of style, of attitude. And now, two of the city’s most iconic forces have joined in a sonic street fight that proves the Big Apple’s fire still burns bright. Hardcore legends AGNOSTIC FRONT have teamed up with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of RUN-DMC for a brand-new single and music video, ‘Matter Of Life & Death’, reigniting the raw, relentless spirit of New York hardcore for a new generation.
On ‘Matter Of Life & Death’, AGNOSTIC FRONT and DMC don’t just revisit their roots — they redefine them. The track tears forward with razor-sharp riffs, thunderous rhythms, and that unmistakable DMC cadence, creating a bold fusion of hardcore punk ferocity and old-school hip-hop swagger. Producer and NYHC mainstay Mike Dijan keeps the sound raw, street-level, and feral, while video director Blake Farber captures the chaos and energy of New York’s underground in a clip that feels like a mosh pit set to film.
This isn’t nostalgia — it’s a rallying cry. ‘Matter Of Life & Death’ feels vital, dangerous, and absolutely necessary in an era where so many genre crossovers play it safe. With fists in the air and hearts on fire, AGNOSTIC FRONT and DMC prove that unity through sound and struggle is still what makes New York’s pulse beat hardest.
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About AGNOSTIC FRONT
Founded in 1982, AGNOSTIC FRONT are among the most respected and influential pioneers of hardcore punk. From the streets of New York’s Lower East Side, the band carved out a sound and ethos that defined an entire genre — fierce, streetwise, and unflinchingly honest. Their socially-charged anthems laid the foundations of New York Hardcore, fueling generations of punks, metalheads, and crossover thrashers alike.
After a brief hiatus in the early ‘90s, AGNOSTIC FRONT roared back in 1998 with “Something’s Gotta Give,” kicking off a new era of relentless touring and high-impact releases. Led by the unmistakable roar of Roger Miret and the charismatic guitar fire of Vinnie Stigma, the band’s energy and authenticity remain unmatched. Their 2019 album “Get Loud!” reminded everyone that their fight and fire never faded.
In 2025, AGNOSTIC FRONT officially signed with Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM) to release their forthcoming album “Echoes In Eternity”, due out this November.
“We are excited to announce that we have officially joined the Reigning Phoenix Music family! Excited to work with new and some familiar faces in the team for our new release ‘Echoes In Eternity’ this coming November! Let’s celebrate in making this collaboration a force to be reckoned with!” — Roger Miret
RPM co-founder Gerardo Martinez adds:
“Having worked with Roger and the guys for two decades, this makes it that much more special. Here’s to many more years of killer music!”
Four decades on, AGNOSTIC FRONT remain a symbol of defiance, brotherhood, and survival. Still loud. Still real. Still New York. ‘Matter Of Life & Death’ isn’t just another track — it’s proof that hardcore lives forever.
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