How to know you're screwed with Piper Torrison of Mediocre

Boston-based duo Mediocre are one week away from releasing their second EP To Know You’re Screwed. The EP finds the band leaning further into their power pop and garage rock side as they kick out five outstanding songs that explore all aspects of screwedness and highlight the evolution of their songwriting. This EP also marks the first time in years that guitarist Piper Torrison and bassist Keely Martin are back in the same city again after going to college on opposite sides of the country. To Know You’re Screwed will be out everywhere on April 7 via Dangerbird Records.

Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with Piper Torrison over Zoom to talk about the new EP, the modes of screwedness, moving from California to Boston, the power of friendship, and so much more. Read the interview below!

Having compassion with JP of The HIRS Collective

The HIRS Collective are one day away from releasing their most collaborative album to date, We’re Still Here. Featuring more than 35 artists over the span of 17 tracks, the Collective melds their distinctive, heavy sound with the wide-ranging styles of their collaborators. They create a sonic explosion that will keep you on your toes as they go from the digital hardcore hip-hop of Ghösh to the electronic, noisy chaos of Melt-Banana, to name a just a few. The songs shimmer with rage, joy, despair, humour, and hope as the Collective explores mental health, living in a capitalist society, the importance of being there for each other, and much more.

We’re Still Here will be out everywhere tomorrow via Get Better Records and the HIRS Collective will also be kicking off their US tour tomorrow in Washington, DC. Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with Collective member JP over Zoom to talk about the new album, the joys of collaboration, the power of communication, the importance of compassion, and so much more. Read the interview below!

Anthony Webster of Gel talks the band's upcoming debut LP, 'Only Constant'

New Jersey-based hardcore punks Gel are just over a week away from releasing their excellent debut full-length album Only Constant. On the album, Gel adds even more depth to their wonderfully frenzied hardcore as they continue to build on their sound, ripping through nine furious songs (and one chill one) in just under 15 minutes. Only Constant will be out March 31 via Convulse Records and Gel will be playing two album release shows in New York in April.

Through the magic of the internet, Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with guitarist Anthony Webster to talk about the new album, their first European tour, and more. Read the interview below!

Getting to know the Punk Cellist

Born out of combating pandemic boredom, The Punk Cellist (Ian Flegge) has been crafting cello compositions of notable punk songs since the beginning of 2020. He has single handedly as well as collaborated with some friends in creating over 50 covers and full arrangements on his You Tube page, as well as performed with some of our favorite bands on stage. Punk Cellist released his first demo titled Fall '22 Demo this past fall though Over Caffeinated Records. Contributing Editor Samantha Barrett sat down with Ian Flegge to speak with him about the project and what is next for the project.

Dwarves headline Soiree 6 w/ special Legacy Set! Zorn, Danbert Nobacon, Vixen 77 too! Philly,May 26!

BUY TICKETS RIGHT HERE!!! COME TO SUMMER SOIREE 6!!!

This year we have an INSANE lineup for you! This one is the ultimate JAM!

Punk rock legends THE DWARVES are doing a special headlining set that will celebrate the re-release of all their classic albums!!! (out now on Greedy/MVD records!) The band has just reissued premium versions of all of their great albums and we are going to play an amazing set that highlights and once again cements their legacy! This will be a once-in-a-lifetime show! Plus, the band will be selling limited, special editions of their albums that you can only get at this show! Plus, they will be selling a very limited re-release of the ultra rare 'We Kill Cock Throbbin' demo tape! WHOA!

PLUS! Philly death punkers ZORN are playing and they are coming to do damage! They have a brand new album out on Sorry state records!

PLUS! Anarcho-punk icon DANBERT NOBACON of Chumbawamba is flying all the way across the country to play this gig! It's his first in Philly in four years! PLUS, Danbert will have an exclusive EP that you can only get at this gig!

PLUS! Philly's most dangerous band VIXEN77 is back to tear your head off! They've got a great new album out and it will mess you up! AND, they ALSO will have an exclusive tape that you can only get at this show!

PLUS! Between bands, we will be showing the short films of JESSE MICHAELS in their first ever theatre screening! Get ready to be weirded the hell out and blown away!

PLUS! Everyone that comes to the gig will get a free goodie bag LOADED with goodies including AT LEAST two free records and a bunch of other stuff!

PLUS! We will be giving away free records and CDs all night long!

PLUS! We have even more wacky stuff planned!

THAT'S FRIDAY, MAY 26 AT PHILAMOCA IN PHILLY! DOORS ARE AT 7PM AND THE SHOW STARTS SHARPLY AT 7:30PM! DO NOT BE A SECOND LATE! YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS A MOMENT!!!

BUY TICKETS RIGHT HERE!!! Check out the facebook event page right here!

Toni and Mike of The Abruptors talk their new album 'Noticeably Cheerless'

After a long journey filled with vinyl pressing delays, The Abruptors are just one day away from releasing their much-anticipated album Noticeably Cheerless. Their second album sees the Buffalo-based band perfecting their soulful ska sound as they dive deep into anxiety, depression, loneliness, and the process of rebuilding life after major life changes with honest lyrics and a healthy dose of hope. The Abruptors will be touring the US and Canada with The Slackers in April and Noticeably Cheerless will be out everywhere on February 24 via Asian Man Records (and you can pre-save it here).

Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with co-vocalists Mike Geraci (who also plays guitar) and Toni LaMantia (who also plays keys and saxophone) over Zoom to talk about the new album, the evolution of the band, therapy goats, Schitt’s Creek, and so much more. Read the interview below!

Heading 'North to the Future' with Joram Zbichorski of Rust Ring

Chicago-based emo punks Rust Ring are just days away from releasing their superb second album North to the Future. Named after the state motto of Alaska, the album chronicles a fictional trip up north and explores identity, sexuality, and gender, as well as highlighting the importance of working through self-doubt with image-laden lyrics full of heart and humour. Rust Ring will be hitting the road for a handful of Midwest shows on February 23 and North to the Future will be out everywhere on February 24 via Knifepunch Records.

Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with lead vocalist, guitarist, and keyboardist Joram Zbichorski over Zoom to discuss the new album, embracing a new style of songwriting, adding two new members to the band, her thoughts on the magic of winter, and so much more. Read the interview below!

Lisa Brownlee and Talli Osborne on the Punk Rock Museum

On March 10th, 2023, The Punk Rock Museum is set to open their doors with the aim to establish themselves as one of the premiere punk rock destinations on this earth. The collective have been working tirelessly throughout the pandemic to curate and dream up a large 12,000 square feet space between the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown to invite all to be immersed in half a century worth of punk rock (with space to grow). Contributing Editor Samantha Barrett sat with collective members Lisa Brownlee and Talli Osborne about the how the museum came about and about the future it.

'Making Circles of Our Own' with Lyndsey McDougall of New Pagans

Irish indie-punks New Pagans are getting ready to release their excellent second album Making Circles of Our Own next week. The album sees the band exploring the music industry’s obsession with youth, the lives and works of artists throughout history, and the importance of hope with stellar musicianship and deep lyrics that are filled with imagery. Making Circles of Our Own will be out everywhere on February 17 via Big Scary Monsters and New Pagans will be touring the UK in March.

Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with lead vocalist Lyndsey McDougall over Zoom to talk about the new album, songwriting, embroidery, Irishness, and so much more. Read the interview below!

Christophe Brochu talks all things Punk Rock Radio.ca

Quebec-based online radio station Punk Rock Radio.ca kicks ass. They started in 2017 with an idea carried by pure DIY spirit and have only gotten stronger since then. Along with playing a rotating mix of new and old punk music 24/7 on their website, they also broadcast original shows and podcasts throughout the week including the Punk Rock Show du Matin hosted by co-owner Pierre-Luc Thiffault​, the Big Bro Show hosted by station founder and co-owner Christophe Brochu, Sewer Spewer hosted by Chris Aitkens of Gutser, and Le P'tit Moment Trash hosted by Claudia Bo. They truly have something for everyone no matter what kind of punk you like to listen to and they strive to uplift their local scene as much as they possibly can.

Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with Christophe Brochu over Zoom to talk about the history of Punk Rock Radio.ca, building community through punk, the importance of having fun, the Quebec punk scene, and so much more. Read the interview below!

Check out the trailer for the punk rock movie 'Wrong Reasons!'

Today, we are thrilled to debut the trailer for Wrong Reasons!

Wrong Reasons was written and directed by Josh Roush of the very cool band Bi-Product (and he also happens to be one of the key dudes that works on Kevin Smith movies!) Roush's new film stars Liv (also of Bi-Product) as Kat Oden, a drug addled punk/hardcore vocalist, who gets kidnapped and held hostage by a psycho who has unclear motives. Does he love Kat? Does he hate her? for the film, Roush took his punk background and incorporated into the film stylistically and philosophically. We've seen an early cut of the movie and it is pretty rad.

Plus, if you watch carefully a few punkers and cool artists pop up in supporting roles. Watch closely for the likes of Donita Sparks of L7, Kym Wilson, and even Smith himself. Also, the soundtrack rocks: Tim Armstrong, Black Flag, L7, the Wipers, CH3, the Unseen, and more.

You can check more info on the film right here. We are psyched to debut the trailer and poster below. You can also read a short interview with Roush.