The Chisel with Sunami and Madball

Sunami is a hardcore punk band from San Jose, California, formed in 2019. Originally a joke band, they gained notoriety for intense live performances. Their beatdown and metallic hardcore style features aggressive vocals, speedy riffs, and anti-authority messages, blending slam metal and thrash. Popular songs include "Weak Die First" and "Contempt of Cop." Their self-titled debut album released in 2023, and they have collaborated with Pain of Truth.

Madball, formed in 1988 in NYC by Freddy Cricien, blends hardcore punk and metal. Known for albums like "Look My Way," and hits like "For the Cause" co-produced with Tim Armstrong and featuring Ice-T, they’ve been a staple of the hardcore scene. Collaborations include Pain of Truth's "You & Me" in 2023.