Pool Scum is a New Jersey hardcore punk (NJHC) band known for their raw sound and high-energy live shows. Made up of young NJ locals, they’ve built momentum in the regional scene, with ties to acts like Bulldoze. The band released a 5-track EP featuring songs like Die Hard and Doomsday, and regularly performs across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York at venues such as Reverb and Preserving Underground. They also sell branded merch online and stay active on Instagram (@poolscum).