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UNWELL “Trip The Wire” In New Single


UNWELL has made their Pure Noise Records debut with their ferocious and soaring new single, “Trip The Wire.” “If you’ve ever loved the feeling of rage, this is the song to put on while you absolutely lose your shit,” frontman Matt Copley shares in a press release. “‘Trip The Wire’’s that song that’s gonna give you that extra punch when you need it most.” Blending searing instrumentation with Copley’s striking vocal versatility, “Trip The Wire” combines the raw intensity of post-hardcore, channeling its visceral energy while balancing it with the anthemic, melodic highs of pop-punk. The track’s dynamic shifts are… Read more »

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Split Chain Taps Softcult For Intense Collab, “(Re)-Extract”


Fresh off inking a deal with Epitaph Records earlier this year, Split Chain has released their new collaborative track, “(Re)-Extract,” featuring Softcult.  Arriving just over a year after the original release of “Extract,” the reimagined track delivers a powerful amalgamation of hard-hitting instrumentation and gripping vocals woven seamlessly together for an intense soundscape. Softcult’s addition introduces a striking contrast, blending softness and heaviness in a way that amplifies the track’s emotional depth. Of the new single, the band shares, “It’s so easy to get stuck in negative spirals, admitting defeat and accepting it as part of you and your personality,… Read more »

Dicky Barrett


I’m very happy this week to have a friend of 24 years on my show. I have Dicky Barrett of the Mighty Mighty Bosstones and The Defiant on my show! Dicky has had Sum 41’s back and vice versa since we first met in 2000. Dicky also released Sum 41’s first album Half Hour Of Power on his label Big Rig and took us on our 2nd ever US Tour. No shortage of conversation on this episode. Don’t miss it!

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Sydney Sprague Shares “smiley face” Video With Pool Kids


On September 13, Phoenix, Arizona indie star Sydney Sprague revealed the deluxe version of somebody in hell loves you via Rude Records. It features new songs with artists such as Kississippi, Pool Kids, and Kevin Devine. Additionally, she shared a music video for “smiley face” featuring Pool Kids. Pools Kids‘ Christine Goodwyne says, “When I first heard Sydney play this song live on our tour together I was obsessed, and would annoyingly scream-sing harmonies from the crowd every night.” Goodwyne adds, “Several months later we were passing through Phoenix, and they joked that we could only crash on their couch if I… Read more »

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The Postal Service Announces Indefinite Hiatus Ahead Of HFStival Date


If you don’t have tickets to HFStival in Washington DC, it might be time to grab some. The fest might be the last time in a long time to see The Postal Service. Per a press release, the days after HFStival mark “the beginning of an indefinite hiatus for the band.” And frankly, lead vocalist of both The Postal Service and Death Cab For Cutie, Ben Gibbard deserves a rest after the long string of international co-headlining tour dates. Gibbard shared the note, “As we bring the Transatlanticism / Give Up Tour to a close, I want you all to… Read more »

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Vienna Vienna Announces Signing To Pete Wentz’s DCD2 Records


After releasing dazzling 2024 singles “Beauty Queen,” “Fuck Me,” and “Best Of Me,” Vienna Vienna has announced that he’s officially signed to DCD2 Records, aka, Patrick Stump‘s and Pete Wentz‘s independent label. The glimmer rock artist took to Instagram to share, “Big news – I’m signed to DCD2 Records!! Huge thanks to Pete Pete Wentz Wentz for this opportunity.” Read more: Ethel Cain Releases Ethereal Cover Of American Football’s “For Sure” The two musicians shared a hilarious comedy video to share the news. In the sketch, Wentz acts as a therapist for Vienna Vienna, and no—he is not helpful at all. Check… Read more »

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Mark Hoppus Announces Refreshing Memoir, ‘Fahrenheit-182’


blink-182 co-frontman and bassist Mark Hoppus has announced that he “wrote a book! And it’s terrific.” The announcement of his “refreshing memoir,” Fahrenheit-182, came today, Monday, September 16, via an infomercial-style video posted to Hoppus’ personal social media platforms. In the video, Hoppus shares, “This book has everything… It’s got skateboarding. It’s got punk rock. It’s got ‘90s music. But that’s not all!” He continues, “Pre-order now, and we’ll throw in—at no extra charge to you: Anxiety! Depression! Band breakups! Loss of self! Suicidal thoughts and ideation! And, of course, everyone’s favorite: Cancer! This shit gets dark.”  He concludes the… Read more »

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State Champs Announce Tour With The Home Team & Broadside


With loads of new music in the world as well as more on the way, State Champs have announced a UK headline tour next year with support from The Home Team and Broadside. The 13-show run will kick off on February 11 in Germany before concluding in London. Tickets for the tour will be available this Friday, September 20, at 10 AM local time. State Champs will also be heading out on their fall headline tour in the States with Knuckle Puck, Meet Me @ The Altar, and Daisy Grenade following When We Were Young Fest in October. Check out… Read more »

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