is a chaotic and technical fusion of hardcore punk and metalcore, characterized by complex time signatures, dissonant riffs, and unpredictable song structures. Emerging in the late 1990s with bands like Botch and The Dillinger Escape Plan, it emphasizes precision and intensity, often blending elements of jazz, grindcore, and experimental music. Mathcore’s abrasive sound challenges traditional genre boundaries, delivering an aggressive yet intricate listening experience.
