The Icarus Line

Los Angeles Punk-Infused Rock Band

The Icarus Line was an American rock band from Los Angeles, California, active from the late 1990s until their disbandment in 2015. The group was known for their intense live performances and a sound that drew from various genres including punk rock, noise rock, and post-hardcore. They were led by frontman Joe Cardamone and underwent numerous lineup changes throughout their career. The Icarus Line released several albums that garnered critical acclaim within the underground music scene, including "Penance Soiree" and "Black Lives at the Golden Coast." Their later works, such as "Slave Vows" (2013) and its follow-up EP "Avowed Slavery" (2014), continued to showcase the band's evolution in sound and commitment to pushing the boundaries of their music. The band's final album, "All Things Under Heaven," was released in 2015, further cementing their legacy as a cult favorite among fans of alternative and punk-infused rock.