On October 31, Pinkshift unleashed their new heavy rock and pop-punk-infused track, “ONE NATION.” Previously, the group released “Knead” in September, their cover of Illuminati hotties’ song for Hopeless Records’ Hopelessly Devoted To You. “ONE NATION” sees the band sending a major message to those in political power who refuse to protect their people and people abroad. Underneath their lyric video, the band says, “It’s difficult to watch the suffering of Palestinians, the suffering of all those who are oppressed and disenfranchised by imperialism, alongside the repression of free speech and our right to protest in the US.” They continue,… Read more »
The Hopeless Records’ 30th Anniversary celebration rolls on, and this time with Pinkshift at the helm. The Baltimore-based punk rockers unleash a mesmerizing reimagined rendition of Illuminati Hotties’ “Knead.” The track is on the forthcoming Hopelessly Devoted To You tracklist. Illuminati Hotties dropped “Knead” in 2021, which was featured on the Sarah Tudzin-led full-length record, Let Me Do One More. While Pinkshift stays true to the original’s quirky charm, they elevate it with their own raw intensity, breathing rejuvenated energy into the song. The band’s reinterpretation supercharges the track with jet fuel, adding an infectious urgency that complements Tudzin’s vision.… Read more »
The music industry can feel like a boxing match. Some days, you’re swinging with full strength, claiming every opportunity you can and being applauded by the public for your artistry. On other days, the crippling self-doubt that comes with grinding on the road and being on social media can knock you out faster than you came. This competitiveness, mixed with imposter syndrome, is a juxtaposition that the music business can make bands in the scene feel. These complex feelings are precisely what Jhariah’s new single, “Eat Your Friends,” is about. Featuring his friends and Baltimore natives in Pinkshift, the track… Read more »
Pop-punk powerhouse Pinkshift is hitting the road this fall for a special North American headliner! Hilariously titled the Eat Your Friends Tour, the three-piece unit is bringing JHARIAH and Pollyanna along for the ride. The run will kick off on September 19 at Riot Fest in Chicago, IL, and end on October 21 in Miami, FL. The Eat Your Friends Tour marks Pinkshift’s biggest headlining run to date. After an incredible summer opening slot for L.S. Dunes, along with their upcoming European appearances at Pukkelpop and Reading & Leeds, the band is excited to return home and perform for their… Read more »
As the summer season gradually ramps up with the excitement of festivals and massive tours, fans eagerly anticipate witnessing their favorite artists perform live. Building on this anticipation, L.S. Dunes has recently revealed an impressive lineup of supporting acts for their highly anticipated forthcoming summer headline tour. Across the span of the 17-show tour, L.S. Dunes will be joined by the immensely talented bands Pinkshift, Pony, and Teen Mortgage. Read more: Senses Fail Announce “LIFE IS NOT A WAITING ROOM” TOUR Taking to social media, the band expressed their excitement, sharing the news with their devoted fanbase. Their post says,… Read more »
Kicking into high gear during the pandemic, Pinkshift has taken tremendous strides forward as a unit with the release of their debut full-length album, Love Me Forever. Now, ahead of their forthcoming tour alongside Origami Angel and Sweet Pill, Pinkshift has launched into a softer, grungier side with “to me.” Produced by Will Yip, whom the band worked with on their debut LP, “to me” is a slowed-down love song with high peaks of grunge-soaked instrumentation. Showcasing the group’s more vulnerable side, “to me” also marks their first love song. Read more: The Return of Say Anything: Gear Up For… Read more »
— Today we talk about PINKSHIFT’s new single, The Maine’s big announcement, and The 1975 making us lose sleep over their new song. — PINKSHIFT Blows Us Away We are screaming over PINKSHIFT‘s single that they dropped today, off their new album that they’ll release on October 21st. We’re just one month out from getting to hear Love Me Forever—and “in a breath” is so incredible, we think it will tide us over until then. Ashrita Kumar wrote the song and said, ““in a breath” is from my heart. It’s a song I’ve held on to for years. it’s a… Read more »
— Today we talk about the fourth season of The Umbrella Academy, PINKSHIFT’s new single, and Barbie Ferreira leaving Euphoria — The Umbrella Academy Renewed Let’s all celebrate together because The Umbrella Academy has been renewed for a fourth and final season! Netflix and showrunner Steve Blackman announced today that the fan favorite series will be back. Blackman said, “I’m so excited that the incredibly loyal fans of The Umbrella Academy will be able to experience the fitting end to the Hargreeves siblings’ journey we began five years ago. But before we get to that conclusion, we’ve got an amazing… Read more »
Today we talk about The Gray Man sequel, Pinocchio‘s teaser trailer, The Wonder Years’ new single, Pinkshift’s upcoming tour, and an update on Shawn Mendes’ health. The Gray Man Grows Netflix‘s original movie The Gray Man has seen so much success since its release that they are ready to make it into an entire franchise. The movie, starring Ryan Gosling and directed by the Russo Brothers, is getting a sequel. Netflix has not yet released what it will be about but the story is based on a book series by Mark Greaney. The Russo Brothers said, “The audience reaction to… Read more »
When I get a chance to catch up with Pinkshift, a Baltimore-based band full of BIPOC people—including a singer the same color as me—I can’t help but gush for a few minutes.
