Nicole Brice
Dec 22, 2025
BetweenLoveandHate is an amalgamation of styles and textures.
Recently, I discovered BetweenLoveandHate, a band from Orlando, Florida, that just dropped a new single. They’re relatively new, having debuted in 2022, and with only two releases so far, it’s the perfect time to check out their music and maybe add them to your playlist. The lineup includes Nicolas on drums, Zach on lead guitar and vocals, Stael on rhythm guitar and production, Harold on lead vocals, and Daniel on bass. Their sound is reminiscent of a fresh blend of midwest emo and alternative that’s instantly captivating, but you be the judge.
To me, they feel like a mix of Taking Back Sunday and Saves the Day, though that doesn’t quite capture it—there are even moments, like at the end of their track ‘Shameless,’ that remind me of Thrice. When they first reached out to share their music, the word that came to mind was “refreshing.” They describe their style as, “If Deftones met Hozier, and had a fusion baby with Puma Blue,” which sums it up perfectly, too. This band is an amalgamation of styles and textures. How do you pinpoint this sound? You can’t.
The shared influences that shape the BetweenLoveandHate sound include an eclectic mix of artists such as Puma Blue, Tribal Seeds, Faye Webster, Loathe, Deftones, Maroon 5, Daniel Caesar, The Strokes, Turnstile, Lil Peep, Sade, Flesh Water, System of a Down, Iron Maiden, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rebelution, and James Brown. Wow, right?
Let’s dive into these tracks, shall we?
Shameless
Shameless kicks off with soft, faint vocals that slowly build before erupting into a wall of fuzz and distortion. A steady groove drives the track forward, and the energy keeps climbing. It’s loud, intense, and an absolute blast to hear. Definitely worth a listen.
Love for Hire
Love for Hire is a strong indie rock track with a stripped-down guitar sound and rich layers of harmony and crashing percussion, bringing to mind a blend of The Smiths and The Bravery. It's just enjoyable, and I really like it.
BetweenLoveandHate are crafting a sound all their own, and we invite you to listen to their two singles. Both are solid and deserve attention. Go stream ‘Shameless’ and ‘Love for Hire’ today.
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