Nora (Hardcore)

Hailing from central New Jersey, Nora, the rock/metal/hardcore band made up of Carl Severson (vocals), Matt "Portland" Hay (guitar), Tim Cuccolo (bass), and Chris Ross (drums), incorporates disparate sounds into a chaotic tumble all its own.

Started as a side project, Nora quickly developed into a full-fledged band. Now in its seventh year, Nora continues to re-invent itself by incorporating new elements into its music, while still retaining the same core mix of groove and chaos that has served as its trademark. Since its Ferret Records debut, to the 2003 release, Dreamers and Deadmen, Nora has refused to remain static in its approach to songwriting. The results are both ear-poundingly heavy and tastefully melodic, and range from positive messages to examinations of self-doubt in the face of failure.

Nora is a band that continues to mature, as it creates a sound reflective of its influences while still retaining a fierce sense of individual style that imitates no one.