@kerosene454
Erik, James, John, Darren. Washington, D.C. 1992-1998.
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Solid Brass Records
Solid Brass Records
Hailing from the Maryland/Washington DC area, Kerosene 454 started in 1992. They released three albums, five seven-inch records, and appeared on several compilations. One of the hardest working bands at the time, they played extensively across the U.S., Europe, and Japan with bands like Bluetip, Boys Life, Hoover, The
Now Streaming: 'At Zero'
Now Streaming: 'At Zero'
Purchase 'At Zero' on Galaxy Swirl Vinyl
Purchase 'At Zero' on Galaxy Swirl Vinyl
Originally released in 1998 on Slowdime Records, Kerosene 454’s third and final full length album At Zero, is now back in print after 27 years. It has been completely remastered from the original tapes by Dan Coutant at Sunroom Audio in Cornwall, NY. In the fall of 1997 after touring with Boys Life, the band went into
Kerosene 454 Vinyl Bundle
Kerosene 454 Vinyl Bundle
Since 'At Zero' is officially out on 9/12/25 bundles begin shipping on Monday 9/8/25. Our Kerosene 454 bundle includes a 2nd pressing copy of their 1996 record, Came By To Kill Me, on Sea Blue Galaxy vinyl and a first pressing copy of their 1998 record, At Zero, on Galaxy Swirl vinyl. Regularly $25 each. Save $10 and g
Bandcamp: 'At Zero' LP
Bandcamp: 'At Zero' LP
11 track album
Bandcamp: 'Came By To Kill Me' LP
Bandcamp: 'Came By To Kill Me' LP
Kerosene 454 was a post-hardcore band from Washington, D.C., active from 1992 to 1998. Known for their intense sound and work ethic, they blended raw energy with intricate musicianship. K454 music was marked by driving rhythms and dissonant melodies. Committed to DIY ethics, they toured extensively, including Europe and Japan, and released three albums and several 7-inch records before disbanding.
Now Streaming: 'Came By To Kill Me'
Now Streaming: 'Came By To Kill Me'
Kerosene 454 · album · 2025 · 11 songs
How Awesome Can 90s Emotive Post-Hardcore Get?
How Awesome Can 90s Emotive Post-Hardcore Get?
Ink 19 Review of 'Came By To Kill Me'
Ink 19 Review of 'Came By To Kill Me'
Soft Riot Remembers k454 and "All Eyes West"
Soft Riot Remembers k454 and "All Eyes West"
Getting a re-issue now on the US label Solid Brass, I took a listen to Came By To Kill Me (1996) by post-hardcore group Kerosene 454 after many years.
Tour Stories Podcast (Erik & James)
Tour Stories Podcast (Erik & James)
A RUINOUS Media production, the Tour Stories podcast with Joe Plummer podcast focuses on micro stories from touring musicans and comedians.
Protonic Reversal Podcast (Erik & Darren)
Protonic Reversal Podcast (Erik & Darren)
Sophie's Floorboard
Sophie's Floorboard
Thanks to Ivan for the suggestion, this band has been sorely missed on this blog for you too long.Kerosene 454 were a four-piece post-hardco...
'Race' Compilation Review
'Race' Compilation Review
k454 on Readingthetwentiethcentury
k454 on Readingthetwentiethcentury
Posts about kerosene 454 written by hardcorefornerds
Live @ Mind Over Matter Fest, 3/7/97
Live @ Mind Over Matter Fest, 3/7/97
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Live @ The Blue Room, Chico, CA. 4/6/98
Live @ The Blue Room, Chico, CA. 4/6/98
Live @ John Hiltz's house, New Jersey, 11/11/94
Live @ John Hiltz's house, New Jersey, 11/11/94
Kerosene 454 Live at John Hiltz house in New Jersey 11/11/94From the collection of Tim Morris @Timmorrisvideos on InstagramDigitized from original 8MM master...
Live @ Fireside Bowl, Chicago, IL. 1995
Live @ Fireside Bowl, Chicago, IL. 1995
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