Sharkswimmer / Primary / Limited Edition LP
Brooklyn-based Sharkswimmer delivers a unique blend of introspective, melodic post-hardcore and hook-driven alt-rock, carving out a distinct identity in today’s vibrant rock landscape. Drawing influence from the aggressive melodicism of 90s post-hardcore greats like Planes Mistaken For Stars, the anthemic punch of 2010s acts such as Basement, and the emotional vulnerability of contemporaries like Fiddlehead, their sound bridges eras with authenticity and depth.
At the core of Sharkswimmer’s music is an unfiltered humanity that pairs disarmingly earnest lyricism with bursts of sonic aggression, reflecting their DIY roots and commitment to raw emotional expression. Lead vocalist and guitarist Justin Buschardt channels personal experiences—particularly themes of heartbreak and resilience—into poignant storytelling that resonates universally, offering listeners a cathartic and powerful connection.
With anthemic, guitar-driven tracks that feel equally at home among the 90s emo and post-hardcore pantheon as they do alongside modern alt-rock luminaries, Sharkswimmer crafts music that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Their ability to merge vulnerability with intensity makes them a compelling force, capturing the spirit of a creative renaissance in guitar music while forging their own path.
"Primary" is a collection of the first three Sharkswimmer EP's (2018-2020) + New single Open Hand (2024). Limited edition vinyl now available via Small Revisions.
“Yellow Splatter” Limited Edition / 200
Brooklyn-based Sharkswimmer delivers a unique blend of introspective, melodic post-hardcore and hook-driven alt-rock, carving out a distinct identity in today’s vibrant rock landscape. Drawing influence from the aggressive melodicism of 90s post-hardcore greats like Planes Mistaken For Stars, the anthemic punch of 2010s acts such as Basement, and the emotional vulnerability of contemporaries like Fiddlehead, their sound bridges eras with authenticity and depth.
At the core of Sharkswimmer’s music is an unfiltered humanity that pairs disarmingly earnest lyricism with bursts of sonic aggression, reflecting their DIY roots and commitment to raw emotional expression. Lead vocalist and guitarist Justin Buschardt channels personal experiences—particularly themes of heartbreak and resilience—into poignant storytelling that resonates universally, offering listeners a cathartic and powerful connection.
With anthemic, guitar-driven tracks that feel equally at home among the 90s emo and post-hardcore pantheon as they do alongside modern alt-rock luminaries, Sharkswimmer crafts music that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Their ability to merge vulnerability with intensity makes them a compelling force, capturing the spirit of a creative renaissance in guitar music while forging their own path.
"Primary" is a collection of the first three Sharkswimmer EP's (2018-2020) + New single Open Hand (2024). Limited edition vinyl now available via Small Revisions.
“Yellow Splatter” Limited Edition / 200
Brooklyn-based Sharkswimmer delivers a unique blend of introspective, melodic post-hardcore and hook-driven alt-rock, carving out a distinct identity in today’s vibrant rock landscape. Drawing influence from the aggressive melodicism of 90s post-hardcore greats like Planes Mistaken For Stars, the anthemic punch of 2010s acts such as Basement, and the emotional vulnerability of contemporaries like Fiddlehead, their sound bridges eras with authenticity and depth.
At the core of Sharkswimmer’s music is an unfiltered humanity that pairs disarmingly earnest lyricism with bursts of sonic aggression, reflecting their DIY roots and commitment to raw emotional expression. Lead vocalist and guitarist Justin Buschardt channels personal experiences—particularly themes of heartbreak and resilience—into poignant storytelling that resonates universally, offering listeners a cathartic and powerful connection.
With anthemic, guitar-driven tracks that feel equally at home among the 90s emo and post-hardcore pantheon as they do alongside modern alt-rock luminaries, Sharkswimmer crafts music that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Their ability to merge vulnerability with intensity makes them a compelling force, capturing the spirit of a creative renaissance in guitar music while forging their own path.
"Primary" is a collection of the first three Sharkswimmer EP's (2018-2020) + New single Open Hand (2024). Limited edition vinyl now available via Small Revisions.
“Yellow Splatter” Limited Edition / 200
Tracklisting:
Open Hand / 02:35
Vacant Light / 03:10
The Vessel / 04:19
PHD in Anxiety / 03:19
Shut In / 04:16
A Strange Set of Teeth / 03:58
Another Year in Review / 02:54
Windowsill / 04:13
Break the Spell / 03:39
A Universal Blank / 02:59
Tiny Flowers / 03:05
Folding / 03:54
