Dead Swans were a metallic hardcore punk band from Brighton in Sussex, Egland. Formed in 2006, Dead Swans released its full-length album, Sleepwalkers, in 2009. The band also released four EPs, including a split with metalcore band Architects. Dead Swans toured with a number of bands including Gallows, Cancer Bats and Integrity. In 2008 Kerrang! magazine voted Dead Swans the Best British Newcomer. By March 2013 though the band had played its final gig.