Lance Waste (ex-Darling Waste) Returns With New Band, Single

With a sound that harks back to the early days of third-wave emo and post-hardcore, and a diehard DIY ethic at its core, bi-continental newcomers The Pale Hearts have officially announced their arrival with the release of their blistering debut single, “Vicious.” Formed by multi-instrumentalist and primary songwriter Anton Rowenski, The Pale Hearts is a long-simmering passion project finally brought to life after nearly a … Continue reading Lance Waste (ex-Darling Waste) Returns With New Band, Single

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DAMNAGE Revives Punk Classic “Wild In The Streets”

The second you hit play on DAMNAGE’s “Wild In The Streets”, the world falls away. What fills the void is a roaring, blood-pumping tribute to punk’s past, set ablaze for the present. This isn’t your average cover, it’s raw, furious, and ready to burn it all down. Originally penned by Garland Jeffreys and made infamous by the Circle Jerks, “Wild In The Streets” is a … Continue reading DAMNAGE Revives Punk Classic “Wild In The Streets”

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Drug Store Raid Unleash Witty & Sarcastic Post-Punk Album

Finnish outfit Drug Store Raid has struck gold with their debut album, Background Music for Family Arguments. Continue reading Drug Store Raid Unleash Witty & Sarcastic Post-Punk Album

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Drug Store Raid’s “Vi Är Finnjävlar” Delivers Gritty Satire and Rebellious Energy

Helsinki-based quintet Drug Store Raid returns with their explosive new single, “Vi Är Finnjävlar,” a gritty post-punk anthem that perfectly captures their signature mix of satire, realism, and biting humor. Continue reading Drug Store Raid’s “Vi Är Finnjävlar” Delivers Gritty Satire and Rebellious Energy

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Half Dizzy drops explosive new single “The Faceless”

Get ready to skank your way into a Half Dizzy frenzy, where the beats are infectious and the energy is off the charts! Half Dizzy is a high-energy 5-piece ska punk rock band hailing from the vibrant music scene of New York. Drawing inspiration from iconic bands like Millencolin and Rancid, they infuse their sound with a distinct blend of punk vigor and infectious skarhythms. … Continue reading Half Dizzy drops explosive new single “The Faceless”

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‘Dyed in Wool’ is the eccentric single from psykhi’s impressive Forest People EP

pyskhi returns with a standout track of the week, “Dyed in Wool” from his recently released ‘Forest People’ EP. The London-based artist effortlessly blends indie, alt-pop, and rock, delivering a mesmerizing and eccentric mix. Drawing inspiration from stubborn individuals, pyskhi’s unique sound combines genres like punk, indie, rock, and rap. The track is accompanied by a visually striking black and white music video directed by … Continue reading ‘Dyed in Wool’ is the eccentric single from psykhi’s impressive Forest People EP

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The Refrain Interview: Yard Sign

Yard Sign is an online punk rock band, a one-man folk punk act, and Tik Tok Emo from Ohio. They specialize in songs about life, love, loss, and Star Wars. No matter the incarnation, Yard Sign is a variety of musical outputs led by Scott Marks, an elder millennial “Swemo” originally from New York, but calling central Ohio home for the past decade. Coming of … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: Yard Sign

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Timeless yet fresh, it’s psykhi’s new single “Dry”

London-based Ghanaian artist psykhi has released his latest single “Dry”, a lo-fi piece that showcases his unique mix of punk and rap sensibilities. The track is a powerful exploration of escapism through creativity, touching on the role of imagination in distancing oneself from frustration and planting seeds of dreams for the future. The song features poetic lyrics, fuzzed-out guitars, raw vocals, and an uplifting chorus, … Continue reading Timeless yet fresh, it’s psykhi’s new single “Dry”

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The Refrain Interview: BAD YEAR

Rooted in Midwest punk rock, Bad Year formed in 2019 and calls Milwaukee home. Inspired by heartbreak, angst, and self-reformation, Bad Year injects the scene with anthemic chorus hooks and brutal optimism. In the spirit of promoting positive aspects of empathy and mental health, their cathartic melodies are known for freely inspiring listeners with a sense of mutual understanding and hope. The group put a … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: BAD YEAR

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The Refrain Interview: State Run Radio

A lot happened between late 2001, the last time Brian Schatzel was in a band, and late 2020. Donald Trump, following 8 years of our first Black President, made racism acceptable and divided our country more than it has been since the civil war era. Then the pandemic hit and locked us all away. Needing an outlet more than ever, Brian began playing bass guitar … Continue reading The Refrain Interview: State Run Radio

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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

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