THE HARA

Manchester natives—vocalist Josh Taylor, drummer Jack Kennedy, and guitarist Zack Breen—formed the band in 2017 and have since toured the globe alongside acts like Sum 41 and Ice Nine Kills. They have repeatedly proven their ability to keep a sweaty crowd energized, whether at Rock for People (in 2024 and 2025) or during their own headline shows; we last saw them perform in Prague and Brno last year.

Now, they are returning with their second studio album, *The Fallout* (2026), marking a shift toward a heavier sound. The opening track, "Trophy," immediately lays their cards on the table, with the vocalist’s screams cutting through an untamed alt-metal soundscape. A standout moment is the track "Violence," featuring Bethany Hunter Jiménez of As December Falls; it opens with dramatic electronic elements before kicking into a massive riff. Throughout the album, the band delves into introspective themes of self-doubt and reflection. This is not a commercial product, but rather a personal confession from every member of the band.