{"title":"Downset","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDownset (often stylised as downset.) is an American hardcore band from Los Angeles, known for their fusion of rap and metal with punk hardcore. Formed in the early nineties, they released their self-titled debut album in 1994 followed by \"Do We Speak A Dead Language?\" in 1996. The group headlined the second stage of Ozzfest Festival in 1997 and released their third album \"Check Your People\" in 2000. After a hiatus, Downset returned with a new lineup and released their fourth full-length \"Universal\" in 2004. In 2013, the original members reunited and recorded their fifth album \"One Blood\". Now signed with Nuclear Blast Records, Downset is making a comeback with re-releases and a sixth album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current lineup includes Rogelio Lozano on guitar (1992-1994, 1999-2002, 2013, present), Philip Gonzales on bass (2022-present), and Bobby Blood Ponte on drums (2022-present). Former members include Rey Oropeza on vocals (1992-2022) and Chris Hamilton on drums (1999-2000, 2014), among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith their unique blend of genres and powerful music, Downset has left an indelible mark on the hardcore scene. Their upcoming releases are highly anticipated by fans worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"downset","title":"Downset","description":"\u003cp\u003eDownset (originally called Social Justice) is an American rap metal band from Los Angeles, California. The band’s music blends hip hop, funk, hardcore punk and heavy metal with ‘socially aware lyrics’. In 1994 Downset began gaining popularity in Europe after touring there with Biohazard and Dog Eat Dog followed by a tour with Pantera and The Almighty later that year. They released their self-titled effort in the same year. A year later Downset returned to Europe with Sullen for a massive headlining tour. In 1995 they also appeared at some major rock festivals throughout the continent including Roskilde and Dynamo. The band is still regarded as a noteworthy influence on the then-nascent nu metal and rap metal subgenres. In addition to headlining the second stage at Ozzfest in 1997, Downset toured with prominent bands such as Linkin Park, Pantera, Slayer, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Korn, Snoop Dogg, Testament and Anthrax.Their debut album\u003ci\u003e Downset\u003c\/i\u003e is heavily sought-after and now finally available again on vinyl. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music On Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"LP - Black","offer_id":50386890064203,"sku":"2028641","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue LP","offer_id":50386888851787,"sku":"1014284","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/9212a698-5ced-4d1b-9dac-40fdf2ccc1be_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726328173"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_64f70b25_thumbnail_4096_098c20ef-68c9-482c-8152-a4523b166b39.jpg?v=1726328141","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/collections\/downset.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}