Alright, listen up. If you haven't heard of Chemical-X, you're missing out on one of the most aggressive, unapologetically raw hardcore punk bands to come out of New Jersey in a while. Their debut full-length, DAZE OF HATE, just dropped and let me tell you—this album is everything you love about East Coast hardcor/punk and... Continue Reading →
"Dumpster Fire" is the new album by D.C. punk rockers R-NØT. The trio behind it all consists of Paul Makarov on vocals and guitar, Chuck Bowley on vocals and bass, and Mike Packard on drums. With 12 tracks that are insanely catchy, this album brings the kind of punk you can’t help but get caught... Continue Reading →
After five long years of anticipation, New York’s own The Rote has dropped Mary Underwater, an album that perfectly encapsulates the raw, gritty sound they've been cultivating. A mix of punk, hard rock, and metal, this album feels like a wild ride through the darker corners of the human psyche. With 11 tracks that strike... Continue Reading →
Yo, if you're not already on the Bite Me Bambi train, now’s the time to hop on. The Orange County ska band just dropped their new album Eat This. With only eight tracks, this album packs a punch—super catchy, full of energy, and impossible not to move to. From the get-go, their opening track "Too... Continue Reading →
El pasado 9 de febrero, San José se llenó de vibras positivas, baile y mucho ritmo con el esperado Ska Day Fest en el Bar Starview. Con un cartel que incluyó a 7 bandas de ska y ska/punk (3 internacionales y 4 nacionales), este evento fue una celebración del ska que nos demostró que el... Continue Reading →
¡El próximo domingo 16 de febrero, a las 8:00 p.m., el Pepper Club en San José será el escenario de un evento único e irrepetible! La banda de punk-rock EL NOI DEL SUCRE, directamente desde Utrera (Sevilla), España, llega a Costa Rica por primera y última vez en su gira "Un Regreso y Una Despedida",... Continue Reading →
Straight outta Strasbourg, France, the much-anticipated Samedi : Bagarre double EP is finally here! With members from Yojimbo and Los Disidentes Del Sucio Motel, this band brings their own fiery, crafted take on classic punk rock. Influenced by the likes of Hot Music Water, Randy, and Lagwagon, their sound packs that familiar punk punch, while... Continue Reading →
If you haven’t been rocking out to L.A. Crimes yet, it’s time you did. These punk rock warriors have been tearing through the scene with their unfiltered sound, unapologetic lyrics, and energy that’s straight-up explosive. And now, they’re about to hit you with something even bigger. First off, their brand-new video/single ‘R.I.P.’ is dropping and... Continue Reading →
Buffalo-based singer-songwriter James Froese is back with his second album, The Changing Tide, with his band, Hello London and it’s a deeply introspective journey that blends subtle emo-tinged melodies. The album’s sets the tone with its moody yet calming vibe—think Jimmy Eat World with a quieter edge. With 10 tracks that mix alternative punk influences... Continue Reading →
So, it took a while for this bad boy to land in my hands (Costa Rica) – the CD was sent to me last year, but hey, better late than never, right? And man, was it worth the wait. Opór is the third full-length from Sweden's very own ŚMIERĆ, and let me tell you, these... Continue Reading →
FEET PICS, the heavy rock and roll sleaze outfit from South City, St. Louis, MO, has dropped their latest album SELF NEGLECT, a raucous seven-track collection that feels like a soundtrack for a dirty life in a dirty city. These anthems pulse with gritty defiance, speaking directly to anyone who's ever lived through the chaos... Continue Reading →
Ya culminando el 2024, traigo acá lo que fueron 2 de los proyectos que me siento muy orgulloso que se pudieran ejecutar impulsados por DCXPC y co-released con Punk Rock Mag. Dos splits en vinilo de bandas que admiramos mucho y que representan parte del under tico. Lo primero que hay que destacar es la... Continue Reading →
Yo, listen up! AP Records, the wildest label straight outta Niagara, is about to drop their FIRST EVER compilation in 1/15/25 and it’s gonna be a damn game-changer. After 3 years of shaking things up, they’re bringing together the sickest new bands to make sure the world knows we’re not just loud — WE’RE UNSTOPPABLE.... Continue Reading →
If you're looking for something that combines the raw energy of rock with a bit of heart and soul, then Atomic Summer by Popclaw is the EP you didn’t know you needed. This duo, made up of Dan and Chris, may be separated by miles, hailing from the South East of England, but their sound... Continue Reading →
¡Hey! Hoy les traigo algo San José, Costa Rica! "El gran juego", el nuevo álbum de la banda 463, que salió en julio de 2024. Esta banda de punk rock melódico y alternativo es relativamente nueva, ya que se formaron en 2023 y han tenido algunos cambios en su alineación, pero eso no les ha... Continue Reading →
The Grimly Pleased, a five-piece powerhouse from Boston, Massachusetts, has dropped their new EP Give Some Kicks, following the release of their debut album Here For Pleasure in October 2023. This EP was released on September 20, 2024, recorded at The Record Company in Boston, and engineered, produced, and recorded by Mike Quinn. Available as... Continue Reading →
The Hungarian-Californian punk duo, The Neighbors, have dropped a powerful new video "Hollywood éjjel / A night at Hollywood", and it's a real emotional rollercoaster. This song comes off their latest album Papírvilág, released on August 16th, and it's definitely one of the standout tracks. The music video that accompanies the song is matching the... Continue Reading →
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