Ronnie Radke recently shared his critical views on the current hardcore music scene and its followers in a post on X, sparking varied reactions.
As the lead singer of Falling In Reverse, Radke expressed his dissatisfaction with the direction in which hardcore music is heading, stating:
“It’s amusing to see today’s hardcore enthusiasts as overly sensitive, overly political, and too quick to boast about toughness and violence in their music. What once was a cool genre has lost its appeal.”
Fans had mixed reactions to Radke’s blunt critique. One fan pointed out:
“Authenticity has always been key in hardcore. Now, it seems there’s a surplus of posers.”
Another commented:
“The scene has been watered down by those claiming to rebel, yet ironically aligning with mainstream power.”
"Hardcore" has always required authenticity, and the people without any have always stood out.
There's just a lot more of them now.
— Bryan Bargowski (@GosuGains) February 25, 2024
However, some defended the genre’s integrity:
“Hardcore music still rocks. The only difference now is our amplified exposure to opinions through social media. The essence remains unchanged.”
Radke’s outspoken nature also led him into a recent spat with Devin Swank of Sanguisugabogg, a death metal band. He challenged the band’s avoidance and their threats to involve the police, highlighting his perception of their lack of toughness:
“Come out of your bus. Let’s have a chat. Why the threats? I thought you were tough. Devin, why hide?”
These losers have absolutely neutered hardcore. Even funnier when they act like their "sticking it to the man" yet many of the most powerful people in the world favor their positions.
— 32 Flavors Of Nickweiser (@Nickweiser) February 25, 2024
This confrontation spiraled into an exchange of barbs and challenges between the two, with Radke even offering Sanguisugabogg an opening spot at a Falling In Reverse show. The feud became a public spectacle, ending with Swank opting to focus on family time over continuing the dispute.
Hardcore is still cool. People suck, always have. Literally NOTHING has changed except our access to people via social media. This is how it’s always been.
— this account is ooooold (@ILTWSRTD) February 25, 2024
