Militarie Gun are an American post-hardcore band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 2020 by vocalist Ian Shelton following the hiatus of his powerviolence band Regional Justice Center. Blending hardcore punk with alternative rock, power pop, and grunge influences, the band have quickly become one of the most exciting and innovative acts in contemporary guitar music.
Initially conceived as a solo project before evolving into a full band, Militarie Gun have earned widespread acclaim for their infectious songwriting, energetic live performances, and ability to balance abrasive hardcore roots with memorable melodies and accessible hooks.
Militarie Gun's sound combines punchy hardcore rhythms with fuzzy alternative rock guitars, power-pop melodies, and grunge-inspired dynamics. Their music delivers short, immediate songs packed with memorable choruses while retaining the urgency and intensity of the hardcore scene from which they emerged.
The band's fresh approach has helped bridge the gap between hardcore and alternative rock, attracting audiences from across the heavy music spectrum.
All Roads Lead to the Gun (2022) – compilation bringing together the band's acclaimed early EPs, introducing their distinctive blend of hardcore urgency and alternative rock melody to a wider audience.
Life Under the Gun (2023) – debut full-length album showcasing confident songwriting, infectious hooks, and a seamless fusion of hardcore, alternative rock, and power-pop influences, earning widespread critical acclaim.
Life Under the Sun (2024) – companion EP expanding on the sound of the band's debut album with new material and further demonstrating their talent for combining raw energy with irresistible melodies.
God Save the Gun (2025) – second studio album building on the success of the band's debut with sharper songwriting, bigger hooks, and a confident blend of hardcore energy and alternative rock accessibility.
Militarie Gun have rapidly established themselves as one of the leading bands in the modern post-hardcore and alternative rock landscape. Their ability to merge hardcore authenticity with accessible songwriting has introduced a new generation of listeners to punk-inspired music while earning praise across the alternative music community.
Fans of Drug Church, Fiddlehead, and High Vis will likely appreciate Militarie Gun's combination of hardcore energy, alternative rock hooks, and emotionally direct songwriting.
All Militarie Gun releases we carry are official physical formats only, focusing on CD and vinyl editions sourced from authorised labels and distributors.
Militarie Gun are a big part of the modern American Post-Hardcore scene, so if you fancy exploring more like-minded artists, have a look through our HARDCORE CATEGORY. You might also like to read our blog on the different subgenres of Punk.
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