Bay Area punk outfit Druglords of the Avenues are set to release their long-awaited third full-length album, Gotta Light, in 2026 via Pirates Press Records. What began as a side endeavor between veteran San Francisco singer Johnny “Peebucks” Bonnel — known for his work with Swingin’ Utters, Filthy Thieving Bastards, and Primitive Heads — and guitarist Matt Grayson has since matured into a fully realized band with its own distinct character. Now joined by guitarist Rob Pierce, bassist Michael Mininger, and drummer Robert Faria, the group appears firmly established, delivering its brand of high-velocity, storytelling street punk with renewed force. Earlier recordings revealed…
THE JACK KNIVES KICKIN’ IT ‘FOR COUNTY’ THE STAND ALONE SINGLE FOR ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB
The Jack Knives have issued a spirited new standalone single titled “For County,” a rousing celebration of unity and local pride. The track is available now and has already secured a prominent place in the region’s sporting season. Beginning this year, supporters attending home matches of Orange County Soccer Club will hear “For County” ring out across the stadium each time the club scores a goal. The song was written expressly as a tribute to community, belonging, and the diverse voices that define Orange County, transforming match-day celebrations into a collective sing-along. Described by the band as “a loud, proud anthem for the people…
DEATH LENS SET TO SEE ‘WHATS LEFT NOW’ RELEASING NEW SINGLE
Death Lens have issued their latest single, “Drown,” offering an urgent preview of their forthcoming album What’s Left Now?, due April 24 via Epitaph Records. The track finds the quartet sharpening their distinctive blend of indie rock, hardcore, old-school punk, and modern post-punk into a sound both forceful and deliberate. Produced by Zach Tuch — known for his work with Knocked Loose, Touché Amoré, and Movements — the recording captures the riotous energy of the band’s live performances while expanding its dynamic range to reveal new depth and nuance. What’s Left Now? follows 2024’s Cold World and marks the band’s second release for Epitaph. Described…
THE FLATLINERS PREPARE FOR A ‘COLD WORLD’ AVAILABLE FROM EQUAL VISION RECORDS & DINE ALONE RECORDS MAY 8th
The Flatliners have announced the release of their new studio album, Cold World, arriving Friday, May 8 via Equal Vision Records and Dine Alone Records. Produced by Chris Cresswell alongside the band, the forthcoming record follows 2022’s New Ruin and marks another chapter in the quartet’s 24-year tenure. Where the previous album wrestled with generational damage and reckoning, Cold World turns its gaze toward the aftermath — the clarity that follows realization and the stark landscape left behind. Leading the release is the single “Good, You?”, now streaming across digital platforms. The track offers a sharp, tongue-in-cheek critique of toxic masculinity and the reluctance to speak openly about emotion. A companion…
RUDY NUNO RELEASES THIRD SINGLE, ‘BRAVE’ FROM UPCOMING ALBUM – FEATURING AMIEE INTERRUPTER OF THE INTERRUPTERS
Songwriter Rudy Nuño has unveiled his latest single, “Brave,” featuring guest vocals from Aimee Interrupter of The Interrupters. The track is now available across streaming platforms and serves as a stirring call for resilience in uncertain times. Described by Nuño as a song that “hits you in the chest,” “Brave” centers on themes of hope, grit, and the courage to stand firm when it matters most. The artist has characterized the release as an anthem for perseverance, encouraging listeners to turn it up and hold fast through hardship. Nuño expressed deep appreciation for Aimee Interrupter’s vocal contribution, noting that her presence helped bring added strength and spirit…
MICKEY MOONE ANNOUNCES MARCH RELEASE FOR NEW RECORD
Multi-instrumentalist Mickey Moone has announced the releasing of a new full-length record titled Reptilian Warlock, out Friday, March 13, 2026. The ten-song album will be issued on cassette, compact disc, and vinyl through Niagara Falls independent label AP Records, forming a physical-only collection. Reptilian Warlock brings together previously released digital tracks from The Murder E.P. alongside newly recorded material, assembled into a unified album designed specifically for physical formats. Moone’s music draws from folk, punk, rockabilly, rock ’n’ roll, and country, a blend he describes as “folk punk with vintage flavours.” Working as a one-man band based in rural Ontario, Moone’s sound is marked by fuzzy electric guitar, driving rhythms, harmonica…










