Leeches

Leeches are a New Zealand hardcore group from Auckland, active since 2010. The band forms in March 2010 when Angelo and Ian, formerly of Bleeders, return home from Canada and decide to start something new that still connects to their earlier musical background. They build the group around a melodic punk and hardcore crossover approach.

Line-up

The initial line-up includes Angelo and Ian, with Sam Crocker of Antagonist A.D, Little Dan of Brick vs. Face and Die Alone, and Jaden of Goodnight Nurse joining to complete the group.

Style

The band is associated with punk, hardcore, black metal, synthpunk, electronic and Italian tags, though the central description identifies them as New Zealand punk/hardcore. Their best-defined style is melodic punk/hardcore crossover.