Post-hardcore band, Diamond Weapon, is making waves in the music scene with their high-energy performances and unique sound.
The four-member band, known for their chaotic and weird music, has released their latest album, a self-produced “All Heart, No Sleeve.” They take pride in the fact that every decision about the album was made without oversight, starting from booking studio time to compressing the tune.
“All those decisions were made by the people who made the music and I think that was very important to us. So, we’re very proud of it because it’s just something that we did ourselves,” said Louis Tentsos, lead vocalist.
Formed when two members decided to continue making music together after their previous band fizzled out, the rest were found through ads on various platforms like Kijiji and Craigslist.
Despite starting out as strangers, members have grown to become friends through their shared passion for music.
Their ongoing tour started in London, but the record release show was held in Toronto, a city that has been very supportive of their music and is dear to the band.
“We’re a Toronto band, and we’re just very stoked on it. The Toronto music scene has been so good to us over the years. So, we can’t wait to put out this record and put out this performance in the world and just celebrate it together as a community,” added Tentsos.
The band categorizes much of their momentum to performing live concerts. They believe that the most visceral way to experience music is through live performances.
Despite recording their last EP during the pandemic, which limited their ability to trial songs in front of an audience, they managed to gain significant airplay. They view performing live and traveling to different places as key to building their reputation.
The band draws inspiration from the music they listened to when they were younger. They aim to help their listeners navigate through their struggles by sharing their own experiences through their music.
While the band does not have plans for the future, they intend to continue making music and growing their community.
“I have no desire to be a rock star. You know, that doesn’t really appeal to me. I just got to just keep making the music, the weird, insane, chaotic music that I want to do. And if people come along for the ride, that’s great. But if people don’t want to that’s understandable as well. But I think that’s all we want to do,” said Tentsos.
The band expressed their gratitude to everyone who has supported them and the Toronto music community. They appreciate everyone who has given their music a chance as they believe that the support from their listeners is what keeps them going.
“All Heart, No Sleeve” is available now.
