ChumHuffer, the hardcore punk outfit renowned for their ferocious sound and sharp social critique, are preparing to drop their highly awaited third studio EP, Slaughterhouse Five, in May 2025. Set for release through their independent label, DWY Records, the EP draws its title from Kurt Vonnegut’s iconic novel, with its lead track highlighting unsettling similarities between the chaos of war in the book and the turbulence of today’s global unrest.
Vocalist/guitarist Joe Dorane explains, “When you step back and look at the world, it's impossible not to feel buried by the endless barrage of conflict—whether it’s across the globe or in our
own minds. This record is our way of confronting that overwhelming reality. It’s both a critique and a response to the ceaseless cycles of violence. ‘So it goes.’”
Singer Shawn Refuse adds, “Much like Vonnegut’s Billy Pilgrim, we feel like we’re stuck in time. The album explores the clash between what was, what could be, and what’s real, while also
reflecting on the internal struggle to maintain a personal moral compass amidst all the chaos.”
In celebration of the upcoming EP, ChumHuffer has released the explosive new single “Slaughterhouse.” Hardcore Worldwide has partnered with the band for an exclusive video premiere, available to
watch here:
About ChumHuffer
ChumHuffer has earned a reputation for their intense performances and sharp, often satirical lyricism. Formed by members of Blackout Shoppers, Refuse Resist, and Urban Waste, the band channels the spirit of '80s punk while injecting it with a modern, raw edge—creating a sound that is unapologetically honest and confrontational.
