Bane

The Profile

Bane is an American hardcore punk band from Worcester, Massachusetts, formed in the mid-1990s. Known for fervent live shows, emotionally direct lyrics, and melodic guitar work, the group released key albums on Equal Vision Records, including It All Comes Down to This (1999), Give Blood (2001), The Note (2005), and their farewell full-length Don’t Wait Up (2014).

American hardcore punk band from Worcester, Massachusetts; formed in the 1990s; core members include vocalist Aaron Bedard and guitarist Aaron Dalbec (also of Converge); released albums via Equal Vision Records; final studio album Don’t Wait Up was released in 2014; active through mid-2016.

A single, glowing 5/5 review hails Bane’s Don’t Wait Up as a heartfelt, high-energy farewell. It praises Jay Maas’s punchy production, Bedard’s distinctive vocals, and sharp riffs. Guest spots (Pat Flynn, Reba Meyers, Delgado, Wood) add to the celebratory vibe. Themes of nostalgia, loss, and resilience anchor a finale that feels like the band’s whole career in ten tracks.