La Armada‘s focus is to leave their mark on heavy music. A punk band at heart, they utilize elements of Afro-Caribbean rhythms and metal to create a style as unique as their story. Formed in the Dominican Republic in 2001 from where they dominated the Caribbean scene for years, the band opted to take a leap and relocate to Chicago in 2008, where they still reside. Influenced by bands ranging from Bad Brains to Death, they take elements from their native Island’s music to conjure a unique recipe; explosive live energy and a clear cut narrative that highlights the effects of neo-colonialism on vulnerable communities. The Chicago by way of the Dominican Republic five piece will release a brand new album, Anti-Colonial Vol. 2, on February 11th 2022, the album can now be pre-ordered via the ban...