Proven is a hardcore/metal band from Portland, Oregon. But it’s not just that simple in their case. We all hear new bands almost every minute but forget most of the names right after the listening. When you check out “Truth Reign Supreme” it will not happen with Proven, I guarantee that. It is a very original mix of the technique of metal and the heart and energy of hardcore. The songs are diverse and they all have their own world with the flavour of Proven. “The Compromise” (feat. Billy Graziadei) with its melodies, “This War” with its brutality and the technique of “A Memory Darkened” will etch in your brain at first listen.

Most of the songs are about everyday life, like the srtuggles, the brotherhood and beating up the enemies, themes we all can relate to. The whole record is produced, engineered and mixed by the living legend Billy Graziadei of Biohazard and Suicide City. The influence of Biohazard is heavily felt in the music of Proven, and they consider a big inspiration the likes of Pantera, Soilwork, Hatebreed etc. as well.

I’ve followed the path of Proven since the beginning (2005) and I truly believe that they have a really big chance to make their own history. The more and more Proven tattoos of the die-hard fans alone show that. They have the musical potential and the hard work mentality to bring their dreams alive. This is DOWN FOR LIFE music.