Speed

Speed are the voice of the new wave of Australian hardcore: fierce, fast and full of purpose. Emerging from Sydney’s underground in the late 2010s, they’ve quickly become one of the most vital acts on the global scene. Since 2020, Speed have been on a relentless rise, fusing classic hardcore intensity with a distinctly modern, groove-laden punch. Their breakout EP ‘Gang Called Speed’ (2022) was a hard-hitting rallying cry that was unapologetically Australian. But Speed aren’t just about heavy riffs and pit-stirring breakdowns. They bring heart and integrity, addressing issues like identity, cultural representation and community. Frontman Jem Siow’s commanding presence and sharp lyrics speak to lived experience and their message has struck a chord far beyond their hometown. Live, Speed are tight, passionate and ferocious. There’s no ego, just pure connection through sound. Catch them in the pit or miss out on one of hardcore’s most exciting voices right now. #GMM25