As Blood Runs Black is an American metalcore band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 2003, the band has released three studio albums, Allegiance (2006), Instinct (2008) and Ground Zero (2012). As Blood Runs Black is known for their intense and aggressive sound, combining elements of metalcore, deathcore and hardcore punk. Their music is characterized by heavy breakdowns, screamed vocals and melodic guitar riffs. The band has toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, performing alongside acts such as Killswitch Engage, As I Lay Dying and All That Remains. As Blood Runs Black has also been featured on the Warped Tour and the Taste of Chaos Tour. With their unique blend of metalcore and hardcore punk, As Blood Runs Black has become one of the most influential metalcore bands of the 21st century.
