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Colorado’s melodic punk powerhouse Record Thieves return with their ferocious new single “Cause and Effect”—a bold and vulnerable anthem about personal reckoning, released today via Thousand Islands Records. The track offers the first look at the band’s highly anticipated new album, set for release this fall.

A hard-hitting blend of urgency and emotional weight, “Cause and Effect” dives deep into the inner battles that keep us stuck in the past.

“‘Cause and Effect’ is a relentless fight against the cycles that hold us back,” the band shares. “Trapped in repetition, cursed by time, and desperate for change, this song is about the struggle to break free from the past while still holding onto hope for something better. If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing the same ghosts, this is the moment where the scale tips—when you finally let go, move forward, and become the person you’re meant to be.”

Formed by seasoned musicians from Authority Zero, Boldtype, and Allout Helter, Record Thieves made a powerful entrance with their 2020 debut Wasting Time—an album that blended melodic hooks with punk grit and emotional depth. Since then, the band—Jim Wilcox, Mike Waterhouse, Allen White, Chad Gilbert, and newest member Erik Livesay—has continued building a loyal following with high-energy live shows and music that’s as introspective as it is aggressive.

Their upcoming album, due out fall 2025, promises to build on that foundation with sharpened songwriting and evolved dynamics—retaining the core of what’s made Record Thieves resonate: punk rock with purpose, heart, and honesty.