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Spiky Punk from Combobox

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Portland’s Combobox are here to press refresh on all the stale post-punk we’ve got running amok as of late. They enter the fray with their own frantic, angular knife cuts, slashing and stabbing with such speed and bounce that you’ll find yourself struggling to keep up with all the ruckus. But, they do playfully adopt the fashionable spoken word phenomena, though they’re operating it in their own sort of call-and-response format, building it into something more fitting for their own sound. They break the song’s latter half down, letting the tune crawl to its explosive close. Have a blast and hit refresh!

Brand New Track from Speed Week

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You can always count on the music scene in Melbourne to offer up something really tasty, as is the case with a brand new track from Speed Week, who’ve just announced a brand new record. When the bass line walks you into the track with its grumbling tones, it sets you up for these sharp knife cuts from the guitar that slice and stab through the lyrical lines; together, the sounds create this frantic nature that seems as harrowing as it is hook-laden. Speaking of the lyrics, they’re hitting at the mundane, and if I’m being honest, they feel very close to all the work Tim Darcy was dropping in Ought, offering a bit of public discourse in an observational manner. Look for their new Weak Speed LP on October 17th via Endless Recordings.

Fan Club Share Roach Motel

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There’s no pussyfooting around today, as Fan Club (formerly known as Lysol) aims to throw us right into the mix with this furious pummeling of punk and noise. The guitar shreds through your speakers in an instant, with drums smashing as if they’re propelled by some robotic madman, thundering through your speakers at breakneck speed. Guitars skitter and knife through, letting the drums run rampant as Noah Earl Fowler embarks on a stalking of the listener, walking the line between growling at them through the microphone and encouraging them to circle up and march along with him. In under a minute they hurl through the wall, smashing everything with a furious seduction by noise. Look for their new Stimulation EP via Feel It Records on September 5th.

Jam to This Mould Tune

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When I think of a lot of the UK bands that have stood out for me, McKlusky is the first one of the newer era that I can always go and revisit. Mould seem to be kind of picking up the torch there (or sharing it now that M is back!), as they have this same affinity for hurtling noise at listeners, then completely switching directions to give you this tasty little morsel of pop that will keep you returning. Just listen to this opening track from their Almost Feels Like Purpose EP, which frantically opens before the heavy-moving spikes into play; it keeps you on edge, constantly building tension that nips at your ears time and time again. Crank it up and give the whole of the EP a listen!

MoonKill Drop Murderhouse Video

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Feel like there’s a lot of pomp around the Austin scene nowadays. Who’s the next big act? What will draw the big crowds or break out? Sometimes, I just want it gritty and done really well, like MoonKill. They’ve got a sound that aligns with a lot of the horror punk from its heyday, but there are also some sort of sludgy moments to the sound that give it a bit more interesting feel. The video below comes from their debut LP, and I love the opening guitar line, stabbing at the ears while feedback screeches around. Drums drop in, and the guitar dances more; the vocals come in, like they’re being transmitted from the surface of the moon, steady during the verses and growling when necessary. Some of those vocal moments are so emphatic that they create a little hook in the song, which is why I always come back to this brand of punk, as its got an edge but still feels fun. If you’re digging the sound, check out their Moonkill LP, which is available now!

Gus Baldwin Delivers Cherrywood

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I have made no secret of my admiration for Gus Baldwin; he’s one of my favorite current musicians in the Austin scene, whether that’s playing solo or working on various projects about town. Today, we’ve got a brand new track from his forthcoming solo record, and this one definitely feels like the spirit of Jay Reatard spinning through your speakers; it carries that garage punk fuel, particularly in the way that the vocals come across in the verses…sort of scratchy as they claw at melody. And that’s why I love Baldwin’s work, as this tune clearly illustrates a love for hooks galore, and you’ll get plenty of that whether from the chorus or other little pop blips that pop up in this recording. The self-titled LP will drop this October.

Bee Bee Sea Drop It’s All About the Music

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It’s three songs, or, well, it’s one song, played three different ways. This is the new release from Italian rockers Bee Bee Sea, dropping a fresh little scuzzy EP for you to crank up as we await the announcement of their new album. The focus track encompasses the band’s blend of garage rock aesthetics and bounding rhythms; they explode with infectiousness each time they hit that chorus, turning it into pure pop as the track spins to a control. I love how they’re music is seemingly sing-along ready, yet something in it gives it just enough to tether it to a more punk vibe, like in the “Fast” version on this new EP. Stream the OG version below!

Balloon Thief Drop Raucous Punk

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There is something in the style of Providence outfit Balloon Thief that just makes me want to riot, albeit in a safe and respectful way. A rush of energy greets you instantly, showing indifference to trends and flair, intent on banging out a furious rocker in less than two minutes. In the chorus, it almost feels like the energy can’t be contained, delivering the line “I’ve got a hole in my head” that seemingly has you feeling like everyone is bouncing right off the walls. It’s as if the band just want to get up, rush through a set in 20 minutes, and walk off the stage drenched in sweat, leaving the audience with their ears ringing. That your thing? Check out the entire Hole in My Head EP!

Gino and the Goons Announce Split LP w/ Chinese Junk

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One of my favorite things about the American punk rock sound is that it was a no frills bit of belting, at least the sort that I gravitated towards. This new tune from Gino and the Goons completely embraces that sound, making it the perfect escapist banger for this early morning. The thumping of the drums works a furious pace into the mix, allowing for the buzzsaw guitar sound to hit you smack in the face; it’s best if this song is listened to at maximum volume in order to clean your ears out! If you’re digging it, the band just announced a split with Chinese Junk for Big Neck Records.

Sovereign Citizen Share No Way Jose (Not Today Pepe)

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After opening with a pure pop piece, I figured we’d spin the site in an entirely different direction, bringing back a sort of old school late punk feel from Sovereign Citizen. Shuffling riffs are the backbone, kicking a vibe that’s reminiscent of the Clash or the Libertines, something I’m enjoying as I settle into my work day. The chorus of “no way Jose/mi casa es su casa/not today Pepe” is definitely catchy, albeit a little cliche; it’s the sort of rip you’d pull to get the kids in the audience working on your side, everyone singing along. If you need an old school pick, this is the one for you.

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