On a clear summer evening in Manhattan, the Summer of Discontent Tour rolled through The Rooftop at Pier 17, bringing with it a dose of Punk, Celtic folk, and rebellion. With the East River, Brooklyn Bridge, and a setting sun and a glowing full moon like a second stage backdrop, Dropkick Murphys, Bad Religion, and The Mainliners gave New York City a triple threat of grit, melody, and meaning.Continue reading
Alkaline Trio proudly unveils the brand spanking new single “Oblivion,” the first of three songs recently recorded with producer Travis Barker of Blink 182. The first Alkaline Trio studio recording to feature drummer Atom Willard alongside guitarist/vocalist Matt Skiba and bassist/vocalist Dan Andriano, “Oblivion” is a devilishly hooky new number that continues the relentless creative tear that kicked off with the January 2024 release of the band’s 10th album, Blood, Hair, and Eyeballs (Rise Records). Available now across digital platforms, “Oblivion” will also be released as a limited edition D2C exclusive vinyl 7-inch. The b-side on the vinyl will be the demo version of the song which will be exclusive to the vinyl and not available digitally. Also unveiled today is the official “Oblivion” music video, directed by Mark Eaton. Watch here:
Ryan Michalski, who has been making music for many years under many names and bands, is currently going by Ryan Cosmonaut. He just released his new album Stars Are Coming, on The Doorway To label, and it’s an exploration of thoughtful lyricism and eclectic and killer songcraft. Ryan has given us a track-by-track breakdown of the depth and meaning behind each song on the record.Continue reading
Nashville rockers Winona Fighter are rapidly making their name known in the scene with their upbeat and widely accessible brand of Punk. Combining catchy melodies with rollicking guitars, the trio have proven their collective musicianship with their debut album, My Apologies To The Chef (Rise Records). At a whopping fourteen tracks, it is clear the group put their all into making a strong impression that includes both quality and quantity. Continue reading
In this episode, Keefy chatted with Paige Owens of Idobi Radio and Ruffian Books to discuss her recent release “500 Essential Pop Punk Albums!” Paige has an encyclopedic knowledge of the genre and we totally nerded out on bands and albums selected, including some notable exclusions, the return of Warped Tour, and some forecasting for the lineups and future of Warped, and the just-released companion book, “500 Essential Emo Albums” which promises to be even more in-depth in its reviews!Continue reading
On October 25, Aussie punk icons Amyl and the Sniffers released their highly anticipated third studio album, Cartoon Darkness, via B2B Records and Virgin Music Group. This record follows the band’s 2021 sophomore album, Comfort To Me, and provides a heightened sense of poetic lyricism and societal commentary from the band, who are currently making themselves known as one of Punk’s most prominent names.Continue reading
The sign of a good album is when it reinvigorates your appreciation for a musical genre or style.
Take Fightmilk. No Souvenirs (Fika Recordings/INH Records) is the latest full-length from the Indie/Pop Punk outfit. The songwriting is enticing and clever; satirical at times but not haphazard or misguided.Continue reading
All-female punk trailblazers The Linda Lindas have released their sophomore album No Obligation via Epitaph Records. Their latest musical effort follows their 2022 debut album Growing Up, also released via Epitaph Records.Continue reading
The New Jersey vs, The World tour has finally made it’s way to Manchester, a dual anniversary tour dedicated to the releases of landmark albums from two New Jersey scene icons Saves The Day’s Through Being Cool (Equal Vision) which is now celebrating 25 years and of course, Senses Fail’s 20 years-young iconic Let it Enfold You (Vagrant Records) album.Continue reading
It is not until a band evolves and transforms their sound that they are able to unleash their fullest potential. With their last album Don’t You Feel Amazing? in 2021, British alternative rock outfit Trash Boat proved there was more to them than Pop Punk. With their fourth album Heaven Can Wait (Hopeless Records), the band has found their footing in their own unique blend of Rock, Metal, Punk, and experimental elements, taking the most captivating aspects of each to bring their brutal and contemplative vision to life.Continue reading