Alternative outfit The Wildfires Projekt release “Bioshock” inspired single ft. Outline in Color

FFO: Rain City Drive, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, I Prevail Inspired by the critically acclaimed “Bioshock” video game series, The Wildfires Projekt just released their latest single “Rapture” feat. Thriller Records’ Outline in Color. Rapture dives into the concept of how salvation based in human greed ultimately leads to destruction. Stream “Rapture” Here “After the success of “Going Blind: A Fallout Story” I wanted to … Continue reading Alternative outfit The Wildfires Projekt release “Bioshock” inspired single ft. Outline in Color

Midwestern 5-piece Midview Releases Debut Single “Radiant”

Ohio’s Midview has just dropped their highly anticipated debut single, “Radiant”, featuring Brandon Sorrell of Rose Crest, the song is currently streaming across all digital streaming platforms.The alternative pop-punk band hopes to use the release as a calling card for new fans and as a way to establish their sound. Of the single, the band says “We all hoped to bring forth the perfect mesh from … Continue reading Midwestern 5-piece Midview Releases Debut Single “Radiant”

Yard Sign Covers Taylor Swifts “Champagne Problems”

Get ready to rock out as this pop punk band takes on Taylor Swift’s song “Champagne Problems”, turning it into a high-energy anthem that will have you headbanging and singing along at the same time! “I consider Yard Sign to be Central Ohio’s premiere folk punk Taylor Swift cover act. As a huge swiftie, I very often cover Taylor songs in my live set, including … Continue reading Yard Sign Covers Taylor Swifts “Champagne Problems”

The Refrain Interview: The Region

The Region is a hard-hitting pop punk/emo trio from the outskirts of Chicago. Their music is dynamic and heartfelt, blending heavy and melodic elements with nostalgic overtones. Some of their most notable accomplishments include being recognized by Alternative Press as Indiana’s rising pop punk band, performing in front of sold-out crowds in the Chicagoland area, their music being featured on ‘The Scene’ & ‘All New … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: The Region

Don’t miss Litvar’s “You Should Find A New Boyfriend”

“We wrote ‘You Should Find a New Boyfriend’ in an AirBnB in Los Angeles during our first proper tour. Coming from small town Connecticut, flying across the country to play in a big city was very overwhelming, and so we found ourselves in our comfort zone, sitting together making music.” Comfort zone indeed – that’s what Litvar has become after releasing their brand new track … Continue reading Don’t miss Litvar’s “You Should Find A New Boyfriend”

The Refrain Interview: #lameassdads

#lameassdads is a pop-punk band from Toledo, Ohio, who has just announced the vinyl release of their album Greetings from Nowhere, Ohio. The vinyl is being released by Punkerton Records. It’s being released as random mix color vinyl so each record will be an unique, one of one. The vinyl release also features two bonus tracks, one of which has never been released! The band was … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: #lameassdads

Pop Punk Band Cotter Drops New Single

Ohio emo pop-punk act Cotter has just released their latest single, the description “Never Look Back“. The track opens with a brief foray into pop production, complete with 808 drums, ticking high hats, and claps, before bursting into a full band anthem. “Never Look Back” shows serious songwriting growth for Cotter, and also serves as the first track to feature Tim Waters on bass, backing vocals, … Continue reading Pop Punk Band Cotter Drops New Single

The Refrain Interview: Clearfight

Clearfight is an emotional pop-punk group cultivated across several state lines within the midwest area. With deeply intimate lyrics, passionate vocal melodies, and roaring guitars, the band is here to make an impact by creating heartfelt, melodic declarations surrounding topics like heartbreak, mental health, and trying to find positivity in difficult situations. Clearfight has returned with their latest single, “Split Tongue”.  The heartfelt track is a slickly produced slice of … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Clearfight

The Refrain Interview: Rules Of Enragement

Texas punk band Rules Of Enragement are back with a snarky, tongue-in-cheek skate punk track “Underground Guy”, featuring SLC Punk writer and director James Merendino’s commentary at the top of the song. We had a chance to chat with Robbie of Rules Of Enragement about the new single as part of our Refrain Interview Series: Refrain Music Blog: Thanks for taking the time to do this … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Rules Of Enragement

The Refrain Interview: Wes Hoffman

St Louis punk scene veteran Wes Hoffman has just released his latest single “For What It’s Worth”. The track is being released under the banner of Wes Hoffman & Friends and features Émilie Plamondon on vocals. We had a chance to catch up with Wes to chat about the new single as part of our Refrain Interview Series. Refrain Music Blog: Thanks for taking the time to do this interview. You have a new … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Wes Hoffman

Hockey-Themed Punks Drop Vinyl Release Of CBGB and PRB Shows Spanning 16 Years

Legendary Long Island punk band Two Man Advantage is releasing a live vinyl album featuring two live performances, separated by 16 years!  Side A captures a show live at the legendary punk venue CBGB in August of 2002., while Side B is live at the Punk Rock Bowling Festival in Las Vegas in May of 2018. Released on Florida punk label DXPC Live, the album is … Continue reading Hockey-Themed Punks Drop Vinyl Release Of CBGB and PRB Shows Spanning 16 Years

The Refrain Interview: Surviving December

Surviving December transports the listener back to a simpler time with their eclectic musical mix of pop-punk-rock. The band’s roots reach back to 2005 when brothers Mark and Jason Hobbs first started writing music in a dingy Devon basement alongside Chris Golden and Josh Norton-Cox. Fast forward 15 years to 2020, and Mark, Jason, and Chris found themselves rekindling their partnership during the strange era of … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Surviving December