Abeyance

Abeyance is an 80s DIY punk group from Las Vegas that is active between 1984 and 1987. The group is also described in the provided material as associated with old school swedeath from Milan, Italy, and as a Long Island, New York hardcore act, but the anchored group details place it in Las Vegas during the 1984–1987 period.

Style and sound

The group is tagged with metalcore, techno, post-hardcore, melodic death metal and deathcore. Its music is described as drawing on underground heavy metal and hardcore influences, with progressive heavy metal and hardcore elements, together with odd-time rhythms, tempo changes, distorted guitars, dense riffs, twisted melodies, coarse vocals, spoken word and melodic, pounding bass. The arrangements also shift between brutal passages and more restrained or atmospheric sections.

Release and lyrical themes

One release mentioned is Experience Is the Words That Are Written, issued on Crash Music Inc. The material presents it as an introspective record concerned with human choice, personal direction and self-examination, using metaphorical lyrics and a narrative of sacrifice, opportunity and making one’s own path.

Personnel and activity

The group is referred to as having five members. It is described as having built a following through local shows and support for national acts, with a reputation for tireless dedication and a growing live presence.