A Tear in the Fabric of Life is an EP by the American hardcore punk band Knocked Loose, released on October 13, 2021, through Pure Noise Records. The record was accompanied by an animated short film directed by Magnus Jonsson, enhancing its storytelling by visually depicting the themes of grief, loss, and existential dread.[1]
The EP follows a conceptual narrative about a character dealing with overwhelming grief and guilt following a devastating car crash. Vocalist Bryan Garris described the work as one of the band's most emotionally driven releases, using a fictional story as a vehicle to explore real-life feelings of loss and trauma.[2]
Critics praised the EP for expanding Knocked Loose's sound while maintaining their intense and chaotic approach. Distorted Sound Magazine noted the "pummeling aggression and eerie ambiance" in the record, particularly in tracks like "God Knows" and "Permanent". The site also highlighted the animated film's role in deepening the emotional weight of the EP.[1]
Reception
The EP received widespread acclaim for its raw emotional intensity and storytelling approach. PopMatters praised the band's ability to "channel tragedy into visceral sonic aggression", noting that Knocked Loose had crafted one of the most harrowing releases in modern hardcore.[2]
Stitched Sound highlighted the album's ability to depict "the stages of grief in musical form", describing the breakdowns and atmospheric elements as representations of emotional turmoil.[3]
Track listing
Digital and CD release
"Where Light Divides the Holler" – 3:42
"God Knows" – 3:35
"Forced To Stay" – 3:20
"Contorted in the Faille" – 2:50
"Return to Passion" – 3:10
"Permanent" – 4:00
Vinyl release
Side A
"Where Light Divides the Holler"
"God Knows"
"Forced to Stay"
Side B
"Contorted in the Faille"
"Return to Passion"
"Permanent"
Personnel
Vocals: Bryan Garris
Guitars: Isaac Hale, Nicko Calderon
Bass: Kevin Otten
Drums: Kevin Kaine
Producer: Will Putney
Additional engineering: Steve Seid
Artwork and film direction: Magnus Jonsson
Additional vocals on "God Knows" by Matt King (Portrayal of Guilt)
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