Got a New Year’s Resolution? Here’s a new one: scout out the house venues.

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We have new music finding its way in Kalamazoo, as well as viewers by the day. Now we have a new house to become acquainted with. Full House is hosting its first show this Sunday, January 6th, to kick off the new year.

House shows is about the variety of music. Here at Full House you can expect your ears to widen from this hardcore collection of bands. Starts at 7 pm.

The Cavities travel from the liberty land of Philadelphia. Typical of the genre, they use double bass drums and fast guitars, however, what will catch you off guard is their use of melody. Not to mention their big, full tone.

Pastimes can offer a different listening experience. Coming from Maine, they can even sound post-rock, as they paint a soundscape called “Colorblind,” they slowly crescendo. They almost echo Explosions in the Sky with their ensemble of guitars. That is, until their singer wails at the climax. The song slows again, the drums marches in triumphantly, the other guitar layers another harmony.

As for the more local bands, Old Soul comes from Mount Pleasant. They call themselves a “Blackened Post-rock band,” blending elements of atmospheric rock, hardcore, and screamo.

Tristam, playing between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, is another local act. They’re fast, loud, and energetic. Expect to be blown back from a wall of guitar.

Greenwashed is a band from the Grand Rapids-Muskegon area. They will scream, and they will play. Fast. Quite possibly the fastest of the night.

The touring groups, the Cavities and Pastimes, can be distinguished by their use of space within their songs. If you’re new, unfamiliar, or hesitant about hardcore, these two offer a great deal of melody. The rhythm section will be tight for a few measures, then suddenly visceral guitar chords will cut through the song.

Whether you are a die hard metal fan or an occasional listener, be open to these guys. They’ll full of surprises.

Check out this new venue. But respect the place. Respect the bands. It might get a bit rowdy, but remember to respect the audience. Respect yourself.

Bring a some dollars, especially for our touring friends, and e-mail ditkalamazoo@gmail.com for directions.