Under The Influence: Old Neon
PREMIERE: Sixteen Scandals share new single 'PLSLVE'
We are happy to premiere "PLSLVE," the latest single by Toronto-based wise-asses Sixteen Scandals. “PLSLVE” is a party anthem for introverts. A sensible singalong urging friends to not overstay their welcome.
Sex Scenes - Everything Makes Me Sick
Since 2016, Milwaukee band Sex Scenes’ snotty blend of thrash riffs, mid tempo hardcore and catchy hooks has made them a unique presence in both the hardcore and indie rock/punk scenes around the Midwest. Throughout their long tenure, they’ve played shows with everyone from Weedeater to Jack White; not being out of place on either bill. Although the band’s songs are unquestionably rooted in hardcore punk, their sound and presence are distinctly their own, and it's that signature quality that makes them a fitting presence on most stages.
The Slow Death - No Light To See
"No Light to See" (out on April 11th) is the 5th studio album from The Slow Death, and by far their most artistically sweeping and impressive with its smart hooks, soaring guitar leads, powerful drumming, and lyrics that'll make you cry sung by a wild man who can't quiet the howling of the ghosts in his head, and is weighed down by the bleakness burdening everyone around him.
Punchcard - Soap Box Hero
Despite having been around for almost 20 years at this point, San Diego’s PunchCard has managed to stay under my radar up until now.
Anxious - Bambi
On their sophomore album, ‘Bambi,’ Connecticut’s Anxious managed to hold onto what made people take notice of 2022’s ‘Little Green House’ while at the same time expanding their sound.
Little Low - Sunshine Guilt
Boston, MA based Little Low have a new album coming out May 9th, 2025 via Sell The Heart Records, Waterslide Records (Japan) and Thousand Islands Records (Canada).
Old Neon - Resolution
Pop punk group Old Neon is excited to announce their forthcoming EP, Resolution. Set to be released on May 23rd, Resolution was produced / engineered by Matt Brasch and mixed by Nick Steinborn (The Wonder Years), in addition to mastering by Will Yip (Scowl, Balance & Composure, Movements, L.S. Dunes, The Menzingers). Check out the band's new single “Nobody’s Burden” here.
Borderlines - Repair Kit
Portland, Maine's pop-punks Borderlines have returned with a new 4-song EP, ‘Repair Kit,’ out now on Mom's Basement Records. If you remember, the band’s debut album, ‘Keep Pretending,’ mad
Under The Influence: Celebration Summer
DC melodic punk band Celebration Summer has spent the past few years refining their sound, blending influences from Dischord-era punk, gruff melodic hardcore, and introspective folk and country songwriting. With their recently released J.