Modern Life Is War

The Profile

Modern Life Is War are a hardcore punk band formed in 2002 in Marshalltown, Iowa. Known for emotionally charged, melodic hardcore, they released My Love. My Way. (2003), Witness (2005), and Midnight in America (2007) before disbanding in 2008. They reunited in 2012 and returned with Fever Hunting (2013) and subsequent Tribulation Worksongs releases.

Formed in Marshalltown, Iowa (2002). Initial run 2002–2008, reunion from 2012. Key members include vocalist Jeffrey Eaton. Core releases issued via Deathwish Inc. Fever Hunting was recorded at GodCity Studios with Kurt Ballou. Seminal albums include My Love. My Way. (2003), Witness (2005), Midnight in America (2007), and Fever Hunting (2013).

Four enthusiastic reviews chart Modern Life Is War’s rise from Marshalltown HC roots to scene-defining status. Key albums My Love. My Way., Witness, and Fever Hunting are praised for intense emotion, melody, and power. The live piece captures a cathartic, communal show celebrating Witness. Public facts confirm their 2002–2008 run, 2012 reunion, Deathwish releases, and Fever Hunting at GodCity with Kurt Ballou.