Damnation A.D.

The Profile

Damnation A.D. are a Washington, D.C. hardcore/metalcore band known for a dense, metallic sound and stark lyrical themes. Their debut LP, No More Dreams Of Happy Endings, arrived on Jade Tree in 1995, followed by Kingdom of Lost Souls on Revelation. The group later returned with In This Life or the Next and a full-album take on The Cure’s Pornography.

Core members include guitarist Ken Olden (Battery) and vocalist Mike McTernan; part of the Washington, D.C. hardcore scene; debut LP released in 1995 on Jade Tree.

One ecstatic review hails No More Dreams Of Happy Endings as a gateway for skeptics of hardcore. Praised for unique riffs, old/new-school fusion, and Helmet-tinged heft. References Snapcase and Unbroken fans, with a nod to explosive live shows. Released in 1995 on Jade Tree. Overall, a fervent endorsement.