When was Showing Teeth formed?

Showing Teeth formed in 2012 as a hardcore punk band from the United States. The group was built around vocalist and guitarist Josh Harris, guitarist Jon Hubble, bassist Matt Dove and drummer Ryan Ogden. They first appeared on regional bills in the northeastern punk circuit, and their earliest recorded work was issued after the lineup was in place.

2013

Debut releases appear on indie labels

In 2013, Showing Teeth began releasing recorded material through independent punk labels, including a split release that circulated with other regional hardcore acts. The band's recordings from this period were documented through small-run physical formats and online distribution. These releases established the lineup that would carry into later touring and helped connect the group to the DIY hardcore scene.

2014

The band issues early EP and split recordings

Showing Teeth released additional short-form material in 2014, including an EP and another split associated with the hardcore underground. The recordings were issued through independent labels and were promoted alongside local and East Coast shows. Credits for this period continued to list Josh Harris, Jon Hubble, Matt Dove and Ryan Ogden as the active members.

2015

Touring expands beyond local shows

By 2015, Showing Teeth had moved into a broader touring pattern, playing dates across the eastern United States with other hardcore and punk bands. Their live schedule included club dates and package tours rather than isolated local performances. The band's catalog at that point consisted mainly of EPs, splits and compilation appearances on small independent labels.

2016

Lineup changes and new recordings

In 2016, Showing Teeth underwent lineup changes while continuing to record. Personnel listings from this period show the group adjusting from the original four-piece configuration, with new players joining for live dates and sessions. The band also kept issuing short releases through independent punk imprints, maintaining a presence in the Northeast hardcore circuit.

2017

Shows continue with updated personnel

Showing Teeth remained active in 2017 with a revised lineup and ongoing regional performances. The band played club dates with several hardcore bills and continued to circulate recorded tracks through small labels and digital platforms. Documentation from this year shows the group still centered on Josh Harris, with the other positions handled by different musicians than in the early releases.

2018

Later recordings and local activity

During 2018, Showing Teeth issued more recorded material and kept up local and regional shows. The releases were handled by independent labels rather than a major company, and they were distributed through the usual hardcore channels of vinyl, cassette and digital files. The band's activity remained tied to the northeastern United States scene, where it had built its audience over the previous years.

2019

Band activity slows before the pandemic

In 2019, Showing Teeth's public activity became less frequent, though the group still appeared on bills and online release listings. The available record points to continuing use of independent labels and DIY promotion rather than a move to larger commercial outlets. No charting releases or major-label contracts are documented for this phase of the band's career.

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