Published: April 1, 2026
The band present a new full-length release exploring emotional hardcore and noise-driven soundscapes through a conceptual approach
American hardcore innovators Converge continue their creative output with “Hum Of Hurt”, a new full-length release that expands on their recent work.
Set for release on June 5, 2026 via Deathwish and Epitaph, the album deepens the band’s exploration of sound and emotion, presenting a work that builds on their evolving creative direction.
The album is inspired by the phenomenon known as “The Hum”, a low-frequency sound reported in different parts of the world, reinterpreted by the band as a manifestation of collective human suffering.
Vocalist Jacob Bannon explains:
“What if ‘The Hum’ is the culmination of all the pain in the world… creating an audible signal across the universe?”
Musically, “Hum Of Hurt” leans toward a more raw and emotionally driven direction, incorporating elements of hardcore and noise rock while maintaining the intensity that defines Converge’s sound.
Bannon adds:
“This one leans more into being an emotional hardcore album… with its own identity and character.”
The title track, released alongside a music video, stands as one of the most expressive moments of the album, reflecting on personal and artistic sacrifice.
The album was recorded and mixed by Kurt Ballou at God City Studio, continuing a long-standing collaboration that has shaped the band’s sonic identity.
Hum Of Hurt TRACKLIST
Slip The Noose
Doom In Bloom
It Only Gets Worse
Detonator
I Won't Let You Go
It's Not Up To Us
Dream Debris
It Used To Matter
Hum Of Hurt
Nothing Is Over
LIVE 2026 NORTH AMERICA
April 2, 2026 — Cleveland, OH — House of Blues
April 3, 2026 — Chicago, IL — Concord Music Hall
April 4, 2026 — Pontiac, MI — Crofoot
April 5, 2026 — Dayton, OH — The Hidden Gem
April 6, 2026 — New Kensington, PA — Preserving Underground
April 7, 2026 — Toronto, ON — History
April 8, 2026 — Montreal, QC — Theatre Fairmont
April 9, 2026 — Worcester, MA — Palladium
April 10, 2026 — New York, NY — Knockdown Center
April 11, 2026 — Philadelphia, PA — The Fillmore
April 12, 2026 — Baltimore, MD — Nevermore Hall
USA WEST / SOUTH
May 7, 2026 — Denver, CO — Summit
May 9, 2026 — Austin, TX — Stubbs Outdoors
May 10, 2026 — Houston, TX — House of Blues
May 12, 2026 — Mesa, AZ — The Nile
May 13, 2026 — Los Angeles, CA — Belasco
May 15, 2026 — Anaheim, CA — House of Blues
May 16, 2026 — San Diego, CA — Observatory North Park
May 17, 2026 — San Francisco, CA — Regency Ballroom
EUROPE / FESTIVALS
June 25, 2026 — Jera On Air, NL
June 26, 2026 — Rennes, FR — Superbowl of Hardcore
June 27, 2026 — Manchester, UK — Outbreak Festival
June 28, 2026 — Antwerp, BE — Kavka Zappa
June 29, 2026 — Cologne, DE — Essigfabrik
July 1, 2026 — Trutnov, CZ — Obscene Extreme Festival
July 2, 2026 — Vienna, AT — Arena
July 3, 2026 — Milan, IT — Circolo Magnolia
July 4, 2026 — Resurrection Fest, ES
With “Hum Of Hurt”, Converge continue to expand their artistic language, presenting a work that explores emotional intensity and sonic experimentation while reinforcing their place within modern hardcore and extreme music.
Written by Gino Alache – Music Journalist
Photo by Jason Zucco
Watch “Hum Of Hurt” below:
