Dead Heat is a crossover hardcore band from Oxnard, CA. The
band was formed in 2016 and is known for its high-energy live
performances and aggressive sound that draws influences from
various subgenres of punk and metal.
Dead Heat's music is characterized by fast, thrashy riffs, driving
rhythms, harmonious leads and intense vocals that often veer into
screamed or shouted territory. The band's lyrics typically deal with
social and political issues, as well as personal struggles and
experiences.
Over the years, Dead Heat has released several EPs, a split with
New York Heavyweights Mindforce and 2 full-length albums,
including their latest EP “Endless Torment” which released in
2023 on Triple B Records and Tank Crimes with critical acclaim.
They have also toured extensively, playing shows across the
United States, Europe and Japan
In addition to their music, Dead Heat is also known for their DIY
approach to punk/metal culture and their involvement in the
broader hardcore scene. The band members have been involved
in organizing shows and events, as well as supporting various
social and political causes