we are APE WAR

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16 years ruining ears. 

APE WAR is a Vancouver band, a high-energy 5-piece that plays punk music like metal and metal like punk. (Powerviolence? Death Grind? yes ) We bring inclusive and exciting live music shows no matter what. Scorched earth policy no matter where or when.

RIYL / FFO; Converge, D.R.I, Sumac, Napalm Death, Insect Warfare. 

No tolerance for hate, discrimination, or fascist idiots.

We have released three vinyl EPs and six digital releases, all recorded live to keep the energy UP. You can find us on BandCamp. We love playing shows across all genres, so hit us up! 

Going on tour early July 2026

Our name is inspired by what the embarrassing 2011 hockey riot looked like from a distance. 

We love y'all xoxo 

Previous Press Quotes 

“Holy fuck. This was what I said to myself and everyone else I saw that night about APE WAR. I don't think many there had seen this hardcore/grind/powerviolence/thrash/metal mutation before, but people started shitting themselves once those vocals hit.” - Dave Norman, https://openmindsaturatedbrain.blogspot.com 

“Ape War has once again found its voice, and the result is 17 minutes of auditory assault. You can catch them ushering in Armageddon with this month’s release of War Ape. If you ever wanted to listen to the apocalypse, now is your chance.” - Jonny Bones, Beatroute 

Contact: apewarband@gmail.com