United By Walter has confirmed the rumours that influential and beloved hardcore act Gorilla Biscuits will be reuniting this August for a US tour. The tour coincides with the re-release Gorilla Biscuit's classic second full length, Start Today. The album was originally released in 1989.

The disc will feature in depth liner notes written by Walter Schreifels, it will also feature a DVD of the CBGB's reunion show from August of last year. UBW adds that a special exclusive 7-inch will be available at stops on the tour.

Formed in the 1980s, the band helped define upbeat melodic hardcore and has been cited as a singular influence by a generation of hardcore bands. Guitarist Walter Schreifels' went on to form a succession of respected acts including Quicksand, Rival Schools, and Walking Concert. Frontman Anthony "Civ" Civocelli formed Civ, and drummer Sammy Siegler performed with a number of acts including Glassjaw and Nightmare of You.