Carpathian

Australian hardcore band from Melbourne.

Isolation (2008) marked an international debut on Deathwish and is widely discussed as a stylistic shift toward darker, Joy Division–influenced hardcore; the band is associated with the Australian hardcore scene and released earlier material such as Nothing To Lose and later the EP Wanderlust.

DeBaser's review (5/5) presents Isolation (2008) as Carpathian's breakthrough, shedding their earlier 'Australian Wave' sound for a darker, Joy Division–tinged hardcore. The record is praised for its balance of aggression and melodic introspection, with Martin Kirby's vocals and the band's tightened songwriting highlighted. The review frames Isolation as the band's most successful and defining release.

For:Fans of hardcore punk and melodic hardcore who appreciate melancholic, post‑punk influenced sounds (Joy Division fans, followers of Have Heart/Modern Life Is War and the Australian hardcore scene).