BOUNCING SOULS ‘BORN TO BE’ GUIDED BY ‘THE LIGHT’

byAce Hartmann
For nearly four decades, the New Jersey outfit known as The Bouncing Souls has stood as a steadfast pillar of punk rock, their anthems echoing from dimly lit basements, clubs, and concert halls to the grand stages of the modern touring circuit. In an era where trends rise and fall with the turning of the seasons, the Souls have instead chosen endurance—building a legacy rooted in unity, resilience, and the unshakable bond between band and audience. Now, with the release of their latest single, “The Light,” the veteran quartet signals the dawn of a new chapter. The track arrives as the lead dispatch from their forthcoming long-player, Born To Be, due June 26, 2026, and serves as both a rallying cry and a moment of reflection. The Light is a song that glows with purpose—tempered by experience yet burning with the same spirit that first propelled the band out of...
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SOCIAL DISTORTION RELEASES SECOND SINGLE FROM ANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM

byAce Hartmann
As reported on earlier, after a silence stretching nearly a decade and a half, the unmistakable voice of rebellion returns to the airwaves as Social Distortion unveils its latest single, “Partners In Crime,” a roaring dispatch from the forthcoming album Born To Kill, due May 8 via Epitaph Records. Frontman Mike Ness, long regarded as a poet of the working class, delivers a message steeped in unity and defiance, drawing strength from shared struggle and the enduring spirit of rock ’n’ roll. The track stands as both a personal declaration and a rallying cry, echoing the sentiments of those long unheard. The forthcoming album promises eleven cuts of unfiltered grit and reflection, marking not only a continuation of the band’s storied legacy but a reaffirmation of its place in the ever-turning wheel of American rock music. With influences worn proudly and experience etched into every note, Social Distortion emerges once...
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PRINCE DADDY & THE HYENA UNLEASH ELECTRIC FURY WITH “HOTWIRE TRIP SWITCH”

byAce Hartmann
From the restless corners of Albany, New York comes a sound neither tempered nor tamed. Prince Daddy & The Hyena, long known for their unruly spirit and combustible stagecraft, have returned with a new long-playing record entitled Hotwire Trip Switch, issued April 17 through Counter Intuitive Records. In an era increasingly given to polish and predictability, the quartet offers instead a jolt of raw current—songs that crackle with immediacy and surge forward with reckless abandon. Produced once more by Joe Reinhardt, the album finds the band revisiting familiar territory while sharpening their attack to its most direct form yet. The first dispatch from the record, “Big-Box Store Heart,” arrives jangling and urgent, a tune that wastes no time in announcing the group’s intent. Built as a collection of standalone statements rather than a continuous narrative, Hotwire Trip Switch represents a deliberate shift in approach. Each song stands on its own...
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EX-TURNSTILE GUITARIST ARRESTED – ATTEMPTED MURDER ON VOCALISTS’ FATHER

byAce Hartmann
A once-rising figure in the hardcore music scene now sits in custody facing extremely serious felony charges following an alleged violent incident that authorities say marks a dramatic escalation in a years-long pattern of public disputes, fractured relationships, and increasingly volatile online statements. Brady Ebert, formerly a founding guitarist of the acclaimed rock ensemble Turnstile, has been ordered held without bond after a Montgomery County judge determined probable cause exists in a case involving charges of attempted second-degree murder and first-degree assault. If convicted, the musician could face decades in prison. The alleged incident, which occurred on March 29, is said to have involved a confrontation outside a residence in the Burtonsville area. Court documents describe a sequence of events in which an elderly man, identified as 79-year-old William Yates, Father of Brandon Yates, lead singer of Turnstile. Yates suffered severe injuries to both legs after being struck. Authorities further...
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BIG D AND THE KIDS TABLE RETURN WITH BRASS, BITE, AND BOUNDLESS ENERGY

byAce Hartmann
In a triumphant return that rings with the jubilant clatter of horns and the restless stomp from the streets, Big D and the Kids Table have re-emerged with renewed vigor, announcing their forthcoming long-playing record The Good Ole American Saturday Night, due June 12 via SideOneDummy Records. After a five-year silence from the LP format, the Boston stalwarts arrive not as relics of the ska-punk rock sounds, but as seasoned craftsmen, sharpened by time and emboldened by experience. Their latest offering promises a spirited blend of revelry and reflection—a record that captures both the chaos and camaraderie of modern American life. Leading the charge is the single “Whiplash,” a fast-talking, horn-driven number that barrels forward with reckless abandon. The track encapsulates the band’s signature blend of ska rhythms, punk urgency, and infectious swing, while maintaining the raw, communal spirit that has defined their legacy. Accompanied by a lively motion picture...
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SUBLIME ANNOUNCES TITLE TRACK ‘UNTIL THE SUN EXPLODES’ – FIRST ALBUM IN 30 YEARS

byAce Hartmann
In a musical event bridging generations, the legendary ska-punk outfit Sublime announces the release of their first album in almost three decades. Titled Until the Sun Explodes, the album marks a new chapter for the iconic trio, now fronted by Jakob Nowell, son of late Sublime frontman Bradley Nowell. Set for release on June 12 via Atlantic Records, the LP promises to honor the classic Sublime sound while opening the door to modern musical explorations. The title track and lead single, Until the Sun Explodes, is an emotional homage to Jakob’s father, blending melancholy and uplifting melodies that evoke the golden era of 1990s ska-punk while asserting a new identity for the band. Drummer Bud Gaugh notes, “This song expresses the gratitude we all feel as well as our intent for the future of our band and the music we love.” Recorded over the past year in San Pedro, California,...
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