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ROCKETSUIT ROGUE FIND HOPE AT THE END OF THE WORLD WITH ‘Hello, Apocalypse!’

byAce HartmannAugust 20, 2026August 20, 2026

Rocketsuit Rogue, the new guitar-driven punk rock project led by former Zebrahead frontman Matty Lewis, continues the countdown to its debut album Hello, Apocalypse! with the new single “The Best Last Day on Earth.” serves as the latest preview of an album due August 21 via Double Helix Records and SBAM Records. Following previous singles […]

THE JACK KNIVES INTRODUCE NEW ERA WITH DOUBLE A-SIDE RELEASE

byAce HartmannJune 5, 2026June 19, 2026

The Jack Knives have released a new double A-side single, “La Sirena” and “Late Nights in London,” marking the first official preview of their upcoming album Negative Spaces. The release arrived June 5 via Fumié Records, with Bandcamp supporters receiving early access on June 4. The two-track release serves as the opening statement for the […]

SOCIAL DISTORTION HAVE ANNOUNCED THE RELEASE FOR ‘BORN TO KILL’ ON EPITAPH RECORDS

byAce HartmannFebruary 26, 2026August 7, 2026

Orange County punk legends Social Distortion have announced the release of their long-awaited eighth studio album, Born To Kill, arriving May 8, 2026 via Epitaph Records. The 11-song collection marks the band’s first album in 15 years—and their first since frontman Mike Ness’ recovery from cancer—delivering what can only be described as a fierce, defiant […]

THE JACK KNIVES KICKIN’ IT ‘FOR COUNTY’ THE STAND ALONE SINGLE FOR ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

byAce HartmannFebruary 25, 2026August 7, 2026

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 […]

DEATH LENS SET TO SEE ‘WHATS LEFT NOW’ RELEASING NEW SINGLE

byAce HartmannFebruary 25, 2026August 7, 2026

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 […]

RUDY NUNO RELEASES THIRD SINGLE, ‘BRAVE’ FROM UPCOMING ALBUM – FEATURING AMIEE INTERRUPTER OF THE INTERRUPTERS

byAce HartmannFebruary 23, 2026August 7, 2026

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 […]

GOLDFINGER RELEASES NEW ALBUM “NINE LIVES” FEATURING STAR-STUDDED GUESTS

byAce HartmannJanuary 23, 2026August 7, 2026

Goldfinger have officially released their ninth studio album, Nine Lives, on January 23, marking the band’s first full-length since 2020’s Never Look Back and reinforcing their enduring presence in the alternative music scene. Nine Lives features a robust slate of guest musicians, bridging multiple eras and subgenres. Contributions include Mark Hoppus of blink-182, Jim Lindberg of Pennywise, Spencer Charnas […]