Album: Mirror Touch by Volumes (2025)
Genre: Metal
Format: Album

Description: Opening with the thundering one-two punch of “Sidewinder” and “Bottom Dollar”, the fifth album from Los Angeles progressive metalcore troupe Volumes kicks off hard. The churning polyrhythms and nu-metal grooves set the stage for the smooth, radio-ready single “Bad Habit”. Vocalists Michael Barr and Myke Terry split clean and harsh vocal duties throughout, hitting peak bliss on “California”, a realist tribute to their home state. The band shows their softer side on “Adrenaline” and “Worth It”, but the djent riffs return full force on “Stitch” and album closer “Suffer On”, which features a guest appearance from fellow Cali metalcore crew Black Sheep Wall.

Artist Background: Volumes is an American metalcore band from Los Angeles, California. The band formed in 2009 and have since released the EP The Concept of Dreaming, the full-length album Via and are currently planning to release their second full-length album No Sleep this year (2014). Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Monuments, Structures, Erra, Northlane

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Metal, 2020s, Album


Opening with the thundering one-two punch of “Sidewinder” and “Bottom Dollar”, the fifth album from Los Angeles progressive metalcore troupe Volumes kicks off hard. The churning polyrhythms and nu-metal grooves set the stage for the smooth, radio-ready single “Bad Habit”. Vocalists Michael Barr and Myke Terry split clean and harsh vocal duties throughout, hitting peak bliss on “California”, a realist tribute to their home state. The band shows their softer side on “Adrenaline” and “Worth It”, but the djent riffs return full force on “Stitch” and album closer “Suffer On”, which features a guest appearance from fellow Cali metalcore crew Black Sheep Wall.

"Happier?" showcases Volumes' signature blend of metalcore and progressive elements, characterized by intricate guitar work and dynamic vocal interplay. The production is polished, emphasizing a rich sonic texture that balances aggressive riffs with melodic passages. Tracks like "FBX" and "Malevolent" feature driving tempos and heavy breakdowns, while "See You Again" and "Into You (Hurt)" introduce more atmospheric layers and emotional depth. The album maintains high energy throughout, with a mix of clean and harsh vocals that create a compelling contrast. Distinctive moments arise from the use of ambient interludes and varied rhythmic patterns, culminating in a cohesive yet diverse listening experience that explores themes of introspection and emotional turmoil.

Album: Happier? by Volumes (2021)
Format: Album

Artist Background: Volumes is an American metalcore band from Los Angeles, California. The band formed in 2009 and have since released the EP The Concept of Dreaming, the full-length album Via and are currently planning to release their second full-length album No Sleep this year (2014). Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Erra, Northlane, Monuments, Structures

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: 2020s, Album


Album: Different Animals by Volumes (2017)
Genre: Metalcore | Style: Rock/Pop
Record Label: FEARLESS RECORDS
Format: Album

Description: "Different Animals"    is the third full length studio album from American metalcore band Volumes, released on June 9th, 2017 on the Fearless Records label.
It’s the quintet’s first effort to feature new vocalist, former Bury Your Dead frontman Myke Terry.

Artist Background: Volumes is an American metalcore band from Los Angeles, California. The band formed in 2009 and have since released the EP The Concept of Dreaming, the full-length album Via and are currently planning to release their second full-length album No Sleep this year (2014). Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Erra, Northlane, Monuments, Structures

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Metalcore, Rock/Pop, 2010s, Album, FEARLESS RECORDS


"Different Animals"    is the third full length studio album from American metalcore band Volumes, released on June 9th, 2017 on the Fearless Records label.
It’s the quintet’s first effort to feature new vocalist, former Bury Your Dead frontman Myke Terry.

"Via" showcases a polished metalcore sound characterized by intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts in tempo. The production is crisp, allowing the layered instrumentation to shine, with heavy breakdowns juxtaposed against melodic interludes. Tracks like "Paid in Full" and "Limitless" feature aggressive riffs and soaring vocals, while "Serenity" introduces a more atmospheric texture, creating a contrast that enhances the album's emotional depth. The energy fluctuates throughout, maintaining a relentless drive in tracks like "Recovery" and "Edge of the Earth," while moments of introspection in "Behind the Curtain" provide a breather. The seamless transitions and rich sonic layers make "Via" a distinctive entry in the metalcore landscape of its time.

Album: Via by Volumes (2011)
Genre: Metalcore | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Artist Background: Volumes is an American metalcore band from Los Angeles, California. The band formed in 2009 and have since released the EP The Concept of Dreaming, the full-length album Via and are currently planning to release their second full-length album No Sleep this year (2014). Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Erra, Northlane, Monuments, Structures

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Metalcore, Rock/Pop, 2010s, Album


Album: No Sleep by Volumes (2014)
Genre: Metalcore | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Album

Description: "No Sleep"  is the second full length studio album from American metalcore band Volumes, released on July 15, 2014. It is the last album to feature founding member (and co-vocalist) Michael Barr and the last to be released under the label Mediaskare Records.
Along with their 2011 release Via, the album was re-released in 2016 independently under the 91367 Records moniker, remastered and with a new cover.

Artist Background: Volumes is an American metalcore band from Los Angeles, California. The band formed in 2009 and have since released the EP The Concept of Dreaming, the full-length album Via and are currently planning to release their second full-length album No Sleep this year (2014). Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Related Artists: Erra, Northlane, Monuments, Structures

Music Scene: Emerged in the 2000s era. Associated with Metalcore movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Metalcore, Rock/Pop, 2010s, Album

Additional Context: Available on Discogs marketplace


"No Sleep"  is the second full length studio album from American metalcore band Volumes, released on July 15, 2014. It is the last album to feature founding member (and co-vocalist) Michael Barr and the last to be released under the label Mediaskare Records.
Along with their 2011 release Via, the album was re-released in 2016 independently under the 91367 Records moniker, remastered and with a new cover.

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