Boston’s own wrecking crew of anarcho-punk misfits, THE STRESS BALLS, are back—and they’re not here to hold your hand. Their new full-length, The Last American Weekend, is 18 tracks of pure, unapologetic punk rock fury, landing at the tail end of May via the folks over at Stuffy’s Records. For those unfamiliar, this band is... Continue Reading →
El pasado domingo 11 de mayo, el histórico barrio Amón se sacudió con pura energía al estilo ska punk en el mítico Amon Solar. Todo gracias a Stand Up Productions, que logró lo que muchos fans del género llevaban esperando décadas: la primera visita a Costa Rica de The Suicide Machines, legendaria banda de ska... Continue Reading →
Alright, buckle up buttercups, 'cause Orlando's own TV Generation is back to kick you in the teeth with their sophomore slugger, "Passafist," dropping July 1st! This ain't your grandma's tea party music; this is eleven tracks of pure, unadulterated punk rock. Word on the street is that this time around, Eric's stepped up to the... Continue Reading →
The Washington D.C.-based band Sutras has just dropped their latest album, The Crisis of Existence, and it’s nothing short of a visceral emotional experience. With six tracks of raw energy and introspection, this release brings the perfect storm of punk, hardcore, and a sludgy shoegaze that’ll have you questioning everything. It’s dark, it’s haunting, and... Continue Reading →
In a story that sounds more like a punk rock song than real life, the FBI has launched an investigation into Washington-based antifascist band POTBELLY—all over a track they released nearly six years ago. The song, titled “Throw the Brick,” dropped during the early days of the first Trump administration via P.I.G. Records. It didn't... Continue Reading →
Felipe Pupo’s new album Reggie!!! is a firecracker of sound, blending afrobeat, punk, hardcore, poetry, and more into a chaotic yet beautiful tribute to the band's roots and the struggles we all face. Released under Philly DIY and A-Ha Network, the album is raw, real, and unapologetically bold. At the helm is E. Grizzly Mendez,... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
San Diego’s own Guys on the Hill just dropped their new album, Somewhere in San Diego, and let me tell you, this one hits hard. Packed with 15 tracks that blend aggressive, melodic skatepunk with a technical mastery that’ll have you headbanging. If you’re a fan of classic skatepunk vibes mixed with something fresh, you’re... Continue Reading →
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