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3 THE HARDWAY is a band that truly does not care about your conventions. Founded in Detroit, Michigan in the autumn of 2022, they immediately carved out their own niche somewhere at the intersection of riot grrrl, proto-punk, and no wave. Built on a treacherous foundation of hypnotic primal rhythms, sharp, discordant guitar, and raw, enraged vocals, every song is a sonic threat! Since their inception, they have been fearless about launching their shocking sound directly at the public with 3 EPs, a full-length album, and an extensive history of live shows that would make most bands blush. On the evening of June 7, 2026 at No Dice in the city of New Orleans, the band played a set that was emblematic of the disorder they bring into the world -- thus LIVE! IN NEW ORLEANS was born! This live album captures exactly what makes the band so mesmerizing: crude energy, noise, and punk rock ethos all mangled together into one maniacal experience! Hit play and get lost in the havoc!
