CanadianWasteland Archives: June 2025

6/28/2025

Bev. Clone - Discography (1994-1996)

Bev. Clone was an emo/hardcore band from Grand Rapids, Michigan, who were active from around 1994-1996. They released one EP, a split with Constatine Sankathi and some compilation tracks, all of which were later compiled in a discography release by Council Records.

Members of the band went on to form Agna Moraine's Autobiography, and also had members in Bombs Lullabye and Mainspring.

Bev. Clone crafted very catchy, rhythmic, and yet emotional music. Ranging from a moody 90s punky sound to more screamy and heavy at times, they definitely displayed their range. Their songs always seem to get stuck in my head. Their lyrics stand out due to their often repetitive nature, but also their poignant, emotional qualities. "I can't, I won't, I can't take it anymore." off their track, Don't Use Hooks always hits home for me, the frustration at the world and being pushed to your limit is something many can relate to.

Bev. Clone flies a little more under the radar than the members later band, Agna Moraine's Autobiography, but is very much worthy of more attention. Their melodic instrumentals, driving rhythms and punk ethos stand out and are always a pleasure to listen to.

Side note: If anyone knows where their name comes from, please enlighten me, I've always been curious.

Discography - Bandcamp

Bev. Clone / Constatine Sankathi split 7" 1995 (Anima) - 2 variants

S/T 7" 1995 (self-released)

Complete Recordings Cassette/box set 2022 (Council Records)

The 26th compilation 7" 1995 (Council Records)

Follow N' Believe (A Food Not Bombs Benefit Compilation) CD 1996 (Element Records)

6/01/2025

Scout - Discography (1992-1996)

Scout was a hardcore band from Atlanta, Georgia. A chaotic yet triumphant force, Scout blended melody and heaviness with striking precision. Their sound was enigmatic: as meticulously composed as it was on the verge of falling apart and overall catchy as hell. The band appeared on several notable compilations and worked with respected labels, often pairing their releases with art and booklets containing thoughtful explanations for the songs and lyrics. This extra layer of care and effort in Scouts releases and packaging embodied the spirit of the 90s DIY hardcore scene.

I originally was exposed to Scout through their excellent contribution to Ebullitions Amnesia compilation 12", since then I have always made it a point to pick up their records if I come across them in the wild and they have an incredibly solid discography. If you are in Calgary do yourself a favour and pick up that Scout/Freemasonry 12" thats hanging out in the stacks in Recordland.