Thorns

US thrash upstarts Thorns have erupted out of an Ohio basement and into the global metal conversation, becoming one of the fastest-rising new forces in heavy music. Armed with the same uncompromising DIY spirit that fueled Black Flag and D.O.A., they skipped the industry queue entirely - building their own studio, self-recording and self-releasing two albums and multiple singles and rallying a worldwide following in under a year. That relentless work ethic has paid off: 3.5+ million streams, a rapidly growing international fanbase, and a reputation for resurrecting the ferocity of peak-'80s thrash with a modern edge.

Their new EP Ready to Strike drops across four monthly singles from APril to July, setting the stage for a breakout summer. July sees the band hit the UK for a full run of shows, culminating in their festival debut at 2000 Trees.