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Uncured is a Nu Metalcore band formed in New Jersey in 2016. Uncured has been recognized for their original songwriting, vocal variety, guitar prowess, and high-energy performances. They are viewed as one of the pioneers of the Nu Metalcore genre, combining the metallic grooves, beat-based rhythms, and rapping of Nu Metal with the harsh vocals, catchy choruses, and brutal breakdowns of modern Metalcore.[1][2]

History

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Uncured was founded by brothers Rex Cox and Zak Cox, both accomplished guitar players. Both Rex and Zak Cox are Schecter Guitar Artists.[3][4] The band began as a creative outlet for the brothers, initially exploring complex musical arrangements that combined elements of Progressive Metal with Death Metal. Later, they expanded their stylistic approach to focus on their own blend of Nu Metal and Metalcore. Drawing from a wide range of influences, Uncured quickly developed a unique sound that set them apart from their contemporaries.[5]

In 2017, Uncured released their debut album Medusa, which was met with critical acclaim for its technical musicianship and innovative songwriting.[6][7] The album featured complex guitar solos, dynamic drumming, and a blend of harsh and clean vocals, establishing Uncured as a fresh voice in the metal scene.

In 2018, Uncured released their single "Terminal," which continued to showcase the band's technical prowess and originality.[8] *Medusa* was named one of the “10 Best Metal Albums of 2017” by *AXS.com*.[9]

Uncured released its second full-length album Epidemic in 2019. Epidemic was praised by the press. MetalSucks described the album’s first single “Choke” as “an assemblage of chunky caveman breakdowns that dance around the band’s signature groovy riffs and hook-fueled solos, offering excitement and a never-ending propulsion of madness.[10] Uncured created a guitar play-through of its single “Conquistador” exclusively for Guitar World, who referred to the song as a “technically dazzling track.[11] Finally, MetalSucks called the single “Death Valley” an “absolute slayer of a tune, an amalgamation of prog, power, groove, and death metal.[12]

Uncured released its first EP Uncovered in early 2020, including covers of songs by Slayer, Pantera, Sepultura, The Beastie Boys, and America.[13] Uncured’s 2019 cover of Slayer’s 2001 classic “Disciple” was named 2019’s Cover of the Year by Sirius XM Liquid Metal.[14] In 2021 and 2022, Uncured released 8 singles, including “Living Like I’m Dead.[15]

In 2023, Uncured released My Design, an EP featuring six original tracks and a cover of Linkin Park’s classic “One Step Closer.” My Design positioned Uncured’s sound at the “center of today’s active rock scene, and marked a turning point for the band that established Uncured as a force, both on tour and on the radio.[16] The EP’s first single “Let’s Break Out” debuted in March 2022 on the Billboard Top 40 Mainstream Rock Chart at #38 and reached #13 on the SMR Active Rock Chart. The second single “Fight This War” reached #5 on the Metal Radio Chart and #15 on the SMR Active Rock Chart.[17][18]

Uncured is set to release its new EP Warpath in early 2025. The EP showcases the band’s exceptional musicianship and flair with songs that are controversial, insightful, and unapologetically angry.[19] Warpath’s first single “Mask of Sanity” was released on July 12, 2024. Loudwire praised its cohesion and fluidity amidst dramatic stylistic shifts.[20] Uncured released Warpath’s second single “Manifesto” on August 22, 2024. Metal Hammer described the song as “a raging, down-tuned stomper.”[21] “Manifesto” was later selected as “Track of the Week” in a Metal Hammer fan poll.[22]Uncured released Warpath’s third single “3 Minutes” on September 24, 2024. “3 Minutes” is a song condemning the glorification of pharmaceutical drug abuse and its inevitable long-term consequences. The song illustrates the thought process driving the systematic use and abuse of pharmaceutical drugs by today’s youth to defeat boredom and achieve the next level of transcendental experience, told within the framework of a song that lasts 3 minutes.[23] “3 Minutes” was in part inspired by the drug-related deaths of rappers Lil Peep, Mac Miller, and Juice WRLD.[24]

Musical Style and Influences

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In 2017, Blabbermouth reported that “top metal and rock outlets” have the band, “likening Uncured to prog metal titans Opeth, Dream Theater, Mastodon, and Gojira.[25] At that time, MetalSucks further described Uncured’s music as “a synthesis of all manner of melodic, progressive, technical metal - Dream Theater, Opeth, et al. - mixed with a groovy, almost tribal approach trafficked by ’90s stalwarts like Sepultura and Fear Factory. Have those two genres ever been mixed together before? Probably, somewhere. Have they ever been mixed together before with such finesse and originality? Certainly not.[26]

Most recently, Loudwire noted Uncured’s new music combines “the pop sensibilities of Linkin Park with the lunging riffs of Korn.[27] Metal Hammer stated that the new music brings to mind shades of Dope, Slipknot, and Killswitch Engage.[28]

Stylistically, Uncured is recognized as one of the pioneers of “Nu Metalcore.” In 2024, BraveWords observed, “every so often, an artist combines their influences and creates a new genre that defines their specific art and vision. This is what Uncured… has created with a genre they have affectionately dubbed ‘nu metalcore.’[29] Loudwire further analyzed Uncured’s stylistic originality: “When metalcore itself first rose to popularity, it presented a mish-mash of two distinctly different styles — the melodic lead guitar playing of metal and the breakdown-intensive elements of hardcore. With it, came the sing/scream dynamic as aggressive parts were pitted against soaring, clean-sung choruses. Nu-metal, of course, put metallic grooves and beat-based rhythms and rapping on a collision course. Uncured present a blend of two pre-existing hybrid subgenres, so, really, they’re working with four main ingredients in total.[30] In 2017, Blabbermouth reported that “top metal and rock outlets” have the band, “likening Uncured to prog metal titans Opeth, Dream Theater, Mastodon, and Gojira.[31] At that time, MetalSucks further described Uncured’s music as “a synthesis of all manner of melodic, progressive, technical metal - Dream Theater, Opeth, et al. - mixed with a groovy, almost tribal approach trafficked by ’90s stalwarts like Sepultura and Fear Factory. Have those two genres ever been mixed together before? Probably, somewhere. Have they ever been mixed together before with such finesse and originality? Certainly not.[32]

Most recently, Loudwire noted Uncured’s new music combines “the pop sensibilities of Linkin Park with the lunging riffs of Korn.[33] Metal Hammer stated that the new music brings to mind shades of Dope, Slipknot, and Killswitch Engage.[34]

Stylistically, Uncured is recognized as one of the pioneers of “Nu Metalcore.” In 2024, BraveWords observed, “every so often, an artist combines their influences and creates a new genre that defines their specific art and vision. This is what Uncured… has created with a genre they have affectionately dubbed ‘nu metalcore.’[35] Loudwire further analyzed Uncured’s stylistic originality: “When metalcore itself first rose to popularity, it presented a mish-mash of two distinctly different styles — the melodic lead guitar playing of metal and the breakdown-intensive elements of hardcore. With it, came the sing/scream dynamic as aggressive parts were pitted against soaring, clean-sung choruses. Nu-metal, of course, put metallic grooves and beat-based rhythms and rapping on a collision course. Uncured present a blend of two pre-existing hybrid subgenres, so, really, they’re working with four main ingredients in total.[36]

Tours and Performances

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Uncured has played over 300 live shows in 14 countries, including headlining tours[37] as well as supporting major acts across the globe. Uncured’s sonic varas well as supporting major acts across the globe. Uncured’s sonic variety and playing acumen has made them a suitable touring partner for a variety of major acts across the metal and active rock genres, including: Bad Omens, Lacuna Coil, and All That Remains;[38] Jinjer and Cradle of Filth;[39] Whitechapel and Dying Fetus;[40] DevilDriver;[41] Filter;[42] and Powerman 5000.[43]

Uncured has played at a variety of large-scale rock and metal festivals across the globe. U.S. festival appearances include Inkcarceration,,[44] Welcome to Rockville,[45] Rock Fest,[46] and Warlando.[47] International festival appearances include Bloodstock (UK),[48] Summer Breeze (Germany),[49] and Elb Riot (Germany).[50]

Band Members

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  • Rex Cox – Lead Guitar, Vocals (2016–present)
  • Zak Cox – Guitar, Vocals (2016–present)
  • Liam Manley – Bass (2020–present)
  • Richie Martinez – Drums (2020–present)

Discography

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Studio Albums

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  • Medusa (2017)
  • Epidemic (2019)

Extended Plays (EPs)

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  • Uncovered (2019)
  • My Design (2023)
  • Warpath (due 2025)

Singles

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Title Year Peak chart positions Albums/EPs
US Main
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"Terminal" 2018 —
"Living Like I'm Dead" 2021 —
“Take Me Away” —
“Cut Me Open” —
"All Alone" —
"I Wont Break" —
"The Sky is Falling" 2022 —
"We Are the Antidote" —
"Set The World Ablaze" —
"Let's Break Out" 2023 38 My Design
"Mask of Sanity" 2024 34 Warpath
"Manifesto" —
"3 Minutes" —
"Closer" —

Music Videos

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Title Year Album
"Death Valley" 2019 Epidemic
"Stygian Valley" 2023
"Let's Break Out" My Design
"Fight This War"
"Manifesto" 2024 Warpath

Critical Reception and Impact

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Uncured has been lauded for its playing skills and original approach to progressive metal. MetalSucks commented that Uncured “have unleashed a new wave of technical progressive metal upon all of our unsuspecting ears — though they’re not yet even old enough for a beer, they’ve been able to fight their way through the hoards of ‘up-and-coming’ bands by establishing an original sound right off the bat and creating something that’s actually worth listening to.[52] MetalSucks later noted Uncured’s “signature groovy riffs and hook-fueled solos, offering excitement and a never-ending propulsion of madness.[53]

Uncured’s first album Medusa was named one of the “10 Best Metal Albums of 2017” by AXS.com, and Uncured’s cover of Slayer’s 2001 classic “Disciple” was named 2019’s Cover of the Year by Sirius XM Liquid Metal.[54] Uncured’s single “Manifesto” was later selected as “Track of the Week” in a Metal Hammer fan poll.[55] Uncured’s guitar playing has drawn praise, with Guitar World describing Uncured guitar solos as “blistering”[56] and “dizzyingly intricate.[57]

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  3. ^ Schecter Artists - Rex Cox. Schecter Guitar Research. Available at: https://www.schecterguitars.com/4164-rex-cox-uncured. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  7. ^ Video Premiere: Uncured’s Stygian Valley. MetalSucks. Available at: https://www.metalsucks.net/2017/08/17/video-premiere-uncured-stygian-valley/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  9. ^ Uncured: Biography. SRO PR. Available at: https://sropr.com/portfolio/uncured/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  11. ^ ”“Uncured Tear It Up in Their New ‘Conquistador’ Playthrough.” Guitar World. Available at: https://www.guitarworld.com/news/uncured-tear-it-up-in-their-new-conquistador-playthrough. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  13. ^ “Uncovered, Volume 1.” Encyclopaedia Metallum. Available at: https://www.metal-archives.com/albums/Uncured/Uncovered%2C_Vol._I/847796. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  15. ^ ”“The Metal Archives: Living Like I’m Dead.” Encyclopaedia Metallum. Available at: https://www.metal-archives.com/reviews/Uncured/Living_like_I%27m_Dead/957491/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  16. ^ ”“Uncured Releases New EP My Design and Premieres ‘Fight This War’ Video.” Click Roll Boom. Available at: https://www.clickrollboom.co.uk/news/uncured-releases-new-ep-my-design-and-premieres-fight-this-war-video. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  17. ^ “Uncured Releases New EP My Design and Premieres ‘Fight This War’ Video.” S.L.R Magazine. Available at: https://slrmagazine.com/tag/uncured/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  19. ^ “Upcoming EP Warpath by Uncured Promises Intense, New Metal Experience.” MGM. Available at: https://myglobalmind.com/2024/07/12/upcoming-ep-warpath-by-uncured-promises-intense-new-metal-experience/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  20. ^ “Is Nu-Metalcore a Thing Now? New Band Uncured Are Making It One.” Loudwire. Available at: https://loudwire.com/uncured-nu-metalcore-mask-of-sanity-warpath/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  21. ^ “The 11 Best New Metal Songs You Need to Hear Right Now.” Metal Hammer. Available at: https://www.loudersound.com/features/best-new-metal-songs-chat-pile-oceans-of-slumber-unto-others. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  22. ^ “Metal Hammer’s Tracks of the Week.” Metal Hammer. Available at: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/metal-hammers-tracks-week-august-164534782.html?guccounter=1. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  23. ^ “UNCURED Release New Track ‘3 Minutes’; Audio.” Bravewords. Available at: https://bravewords.com/news/uncured-release-new-track-3-minutes-audio. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  24. ^ “Now available Uncured’s new single ‘3 Minutes’.” Chaoszine. Available at: https://chaoszine.net/now-available-uncureds-new-single-3-minutes/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  25. ^ ”“New Album Premier: Uncured’s Medusa.” Blabbermouth. Available at: https://blabbermouth.net/news/new-album-premiere-uncured-medusa. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  26. ^ ”“Uncured Channel Progressive and Groove Metal on Promising Debut.” MetalSucks. Available at: https://www.metalsucks.net/2017/03/27/uncured-channel-progressive-and-groove-metal-on-promising-debut/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  27. ^ ”“Is Nu-Metalcore a Thing Now? New Band Uncured Are Making It One.” Loudwire. Available at: https://loudwire.com/uncured-nu-metalcore-mask-of-sanity-warpath/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  28. ^ “The 11 Best New Metal Songs You Need to Hear Right Now.” Metal Hammer. Available at: https://www.loudersound.com/features/best-new-metal-songs-chat-pile-oceans-of-slumber-unto-others. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  29. ^ ”“Uncured Unveil ‘Mask of Sanity’ Single and Visualizer from Upcoming Warpath EP, Due in 2025.” BraveWords. Available at: https://bravewords.com/news/uncured-unveil-mask-of-sanity-single-and-visualizer-from-upcoming-warpath-ep-due-in-2025. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  32. ^ ”“Uncured Channel Progressive and Groove Metal on Promising Debut.” MetalSucks. Available at: https://www.metalsucks.net/2017/03/27/uncured-channel-progressive-and-groove-metal-on-promising-debut/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  33. ^ ”“Is Nu-Metalcore a Thing Now? New Band Uncured Are Making It One.” Loudwire. Available at: https://loudwire.com/uncured-nu-metalcore-mask-of-sanity-warpath/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  34. ^ “The 11 Best New Metal Songs You Need to Hear Right Now.” Metal Hammer. Available at: https://www.loudersound.com/features/best-new-metal-songs-chat-pile-oceans-of-slumber-unto-others. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  35. ^ ”“Uncured Unveil ‘Mask of Sanity’ Single and Visualizer from Upcoming Warpath EP, Due in 2025.” BraveWords. Available at: https://bravewords.com/news/uncured-unveil-mask-of-sanity-single-and-visualizer-from-upcoming-warpath-ep-due-in-2025. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  37. ^ “Emerging Rock Acts Join Forces on ‘Living Like I’m Dead’ Tour.” SRO PR. Available at: https://sropr.com/press-releases/emerging-rock-acts-join-forces-on-living-like-im-dead-tour-feat-uncured-with-versus-me-madame-mayhem/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  38. ^ “Lacuna Coil & All That Remains w/ Bad Omens, Toothgrinder, and Uncured.” The Camera Effect. Available at: https://thecameraaffect.com/2019/11/01/lacuna-coil-all-that-remains-w-bad-omens-toothgrinder-and-uncured-disease-of-the-anima-tour-photos-review/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  39. ^ “Uncured Announced As Special Guest for Cradle of Filth’s North American Tour.” Brave Words. Available at: https://bravewords.com/news/uncured-announced-as-special-guests-for-cradle-of-filth-s-north-american-tour. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  40. ^ “White Chapel, Dying Fetus, Revocation & More Announce U.S. Tour.” Metal Injection. Available at: https://metalinjection.net/tour-dates/whitechapel-dying-fetus-revocation-more-announce-u-s-tour. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  41. ^ “DevilDriver, 36 Crazyfists & Uncured Announce U.S. Tour.” Metal Injection. Available at: https://metalinjection.net/tour-dates/devildriver-36-crazyfists-uncured-announce-u-s-tour. Accessed 25 September 2024. Children of Bodom;“Children of Bodom to Tour North America with Carach Angren, Lost Society; Uncured.” Blabbermouth. Available at: https://blabbermouth.net/news/children-of-bodom-to-tour-north-america-with-carach-angren-lost-society-uncured. Accessed 25 September 2024. Soulfly;“Uncured To Support SOULFLY On North American Tour Dates.” BraveWords. Available at: https://bravewords.com/news/uncured-to-support-soulfly-on-north-american-tour-dates. Accessed 25 September 2024. Katatonia;“Katatonia, Caspian & Uncured to Tour North America Next Spring.” Metal Injection. Available at: https://metalinjection.net/tour-dates/katatonia-caspian-uncured-to-tour-north-america-next-spring. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  42. ^ “Filter Announce Spring U.S. Tour With Uncured & More.” The PRP. Available at: https://www.theprp.com/2023/03/14/news/filter-announce-spring-u-s-tour-with-uncured-more/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  43. ^ “Powerman 5000, Julien-K & Uncured Booked for Fall West Coast Tour.” The PRP. Available at: https://www.theprp.com/2023/08/21/news/powerman-5000-julien-k-uncured-booked-for-fall-west-coast-tour/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  44. ^ “All Three Days of Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival.” Loudwire. Available at: https://loudwire.com/inkcarceration-festival-2024-photos/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  45. ^ “Welcome to Rockville.” Wikipedia. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welcome_to_Rockville. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  48. ^ “Band Line Up 2018.” Bloodstock. Available at: https://www.bloodstock.uk.com/events/boa-2018/bands/uncured. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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  50. ^ “Elb Riot Festival 2018.” Concerts Metal. Available at: https://en.concerts-metal.com/concert_-_Elbriot_Festival_2018-42218.html. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  51. ^ Peaks on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart:
    • "Let's Break Out": "Mainstream Rock Airplay: Week of March 25, 2023". Billboard. Retrieved November 12, 2024.
    • "Mask of Sanity": "Mainstream Rock Airplay: Week of November 16, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved November 12, 2024.
  52. ^ ”“Uncured Channel Progressive and Groove Metal on Promising Debut.” MetalSucks. Available at: https://www.metalsucks.net/2017/03/27/uncured-channel-progressive-and-groove-metal-on-promising-debut/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  53. ^ ”“Uncured Release New Single ‘Choke’ Off Upcoming Album ‘Epidemic.’” MetalSucks. Available at: https://www.metalsucks.net/2019/04/05/uncured-release-new-single-choke-off-upcoming-album-epidemic/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  54. ^ “Uncured: Biography.” SRO PR. Available at: https://sropr.com/portfolio/uncured/. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  55. ^ “Metal Hammer’s Tracks of the Week.” Metal Hammer. Available at: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/metal-hammers-tracks-week-august-164534782.html?guccounter=1. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  56. ^ “Betcha Can’t Play This: Uncured’s Blistering ‘Petrified.’” Guitar World. Available at: https://www.guitarworld.com/lessons/betcha-cant-play-uncureds-blistering-petrified. Accessed 25 September 2024.
  57. ^ ”“Uncured Premiere ‘Stygian Pit’ Lesson Video.” Guitar World. Available at: https://www.guitarworld.com/news/uncured-premiere-stygian-pit-lesson-video. Accessed 25 September 2024.
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