Chokebore

The Profile

American rock band associated with noise rock and sad-core. Early releases on Amphetamine Reptile; their 1998 album Black Black is described in reviews as a peak of their sound.

Frontman Troy Von Balthazar is publicly associated with the band. Early releases were issued on the Amphetamine Reptile label. The DeBaser review praises Black Black (1998) as a masterwork.

DeBaser's review praises Chokebore's 1998 album Black Black as the band's peak, highlighting its bleak, noise-rock-inflected sad-core sound. The review notes the band's early association with Amphetamine Reptile and emphasizes subdued, mournful vocals and saturated bass/guitar textures. Tracks singled out include "Speed Of Sound", "Every Move A Picture" and "Never Feel Sorry Again". The overall recommendation is for attentive listening.