Quicksand

The Profile

Quicksand are an American post-hardcore band from New York City formed in 1990. Celebrated for the influential albums Slip (1993) and Manic Compression (1995), they reunited to release Interiors (2017, Epitaph) and Distant Populations (2021).

Formed in New York City in 1990. Core lineup: Walter Schreifels (vocals, guitar), Tom Capone (guitar), Sergio Vega (bass), Alan Cage (drums). Albums include Slip (1993), Manic Compression (1995), Interiors (2017, Epitaph Records), and Distant Populations (2021).

American post-hardcore staples with a unique, geometric heaviness. Four DeBaser reviews span their peak-era classics and reunion albums. Slip and Manic Compression earn raves; the comeback LPs draw warm approval. Interiors is noted as an Epitaph release. Expect dense riffs, angular rhythms, and Schreifels’ empathetic vocals.