Ramones are releasing super hi-fi versions of their first four albums. 1!2!3!4! features the first four records in Dolby ATMOS on Blu-ray discs. That's out via Rhino. You can see pictures of the release below.
Foo Fighters have released a Minor Threat cover. The instrumental parts were recorded in 1995 but Dave Grohl's vocals were tracked earlier this year. The track follows about a year of disarray for the band. Band leader Grohl publicly declared that he had a child out of wedlock, after which, the band fired drummer Josh Freese, who stated he was surprised and confused at the band's actions. Right now, their first live gigs following the turbulence pick up in early October in Asia. You can hear the track below.
Sanguisugabogg have announced that they will be releasing a new album. It is called Hideous Aftermath and will be out on October 10 via Century Media. It was produced by Kurt Ballou of Converge. The band has also released a video for their new song “Abhorrent Contraception” which was directed by Errick Easterday. The song features Josh Welshman of Defeated Sanity. Sanguisugabogg released their album Homicidal Ecstasy in 2023. Check out the video and tracklist below.
Last Saturday, Hip Hop / Punk group Bob Vylan performed at the massive Glastonbury Fest. During the performance, Pascal Robinson-Foster, who performs under the name Bobby Vylan, led a chant of "death, death to the IDF [Israel Defense Forces]," in reference to the current Israel-Palestine conflict. The group also stated: " "From the river to the sea, Palestine must be, will be, inshallah, it will be free." According to some people, that phrase is often taken in Israel as a call for Israel's destruction. However, many Palestinians, and supporters of Palestine, dispute that characterization.
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said in a post on twitter on Monday: "The @StateDept has revoked the US visas for the members of the Bob Vylan band in light of their hateful tirade at Glastonbury, including leading the crowd in death chants. Foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome visitors to our country."
Bob Vylan had about 20 USA shows scheduled for August, but those will now likely be canceled.
Meanwhile, in the UK, a criminal investigation has initiated regarding the Bob Vylan performance and Kneecap's performance, which had similar comments. Avon and Somerset Police stated they had appointed a senior detective to investigate whether comments made by either act amounted to a criminal offence after reviewing footage. A statement added: "This has been recorded as a public order incident at this time while our enquiries are at an early stage." Recently, Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh of Kneecap was charged with a terrorism offence for allegedly displaying the flag of proscribed terrorist organization Hezbollah at a gig. He has denied the charge.
Bobby Vylan released a video statement on social media on Monday, where he said politicians should be "utterly ashamed" about where their "allegiances lie. First it was Kneecap, now it's us two. Regardless of how it was said, calling for an end to the slaughter of innocents is never wrong. To civilians of Israel, understand this anger is not directed at you, and don't let your government persuade you that a call against an army is a call against the people. To Keir, Kemi and the rest of you, I'll get you at a later date." He also posted an instagram statement, which you can READ BELOW.
QWAM have released a lyric video for their new song “About You”. The video was directed by Francesca Pazniokas and lead vocalist Felicia Lobo. The song is off their upcoming album girls aren’t afraid of blood which will be out on August 1. QWAM released their single IDC [7-inch] in 2022 and released their self-titled album, QWAM , in 2019. Check out the video
Today marks the release of the debut EP by Boston-based metal band Gloomlurker! The EP is called Terror Absolute and features three tracks that highlight the band’s signature blend of black metal, doom metal, death metal, and sludge.
The EP was recorded at New Alliance Audio by Otto Klammer with additional recording done at Pepper’s Palace by drummer Connor Dunbar and guitarist, bassist, and vocalist Jess Lom. It was mixed by Aki McCullough at Nu House Studios and mastered by James Plotkin.
We caught up with Jess Lom to hear the stories behind each of the three tracks. Listen to Terror Absolute and read Jess’s track-by-track breakdown below!
Gorilla Biscuits and Terror are going on tour in Europe. The jaunt runs the middle part of November and No Pressure opens. You can see the dates below.
Ganser have released a video for their new song “Discount Diamonds”. The video was directed by the band’s Alicia Gaines. The song is off their upcoming album Animal Hospital which will be out on August 29 via Felte Records. Ganser released their EP Nothing You Do Matters in 2022 and released their album Just Look At That Sky in 2020. Check out the video below.
Ottawa-based punk rock mom band Wet for Days have announced that they will be releasing their debut album. It is self-titled and will be out in September. The band has released their first single from the record called “Alpha Male". Wet for Days released a jam recording of this song along with a jam recording of “Listen Up” in 2022. Check out the song below.
Toronto-based music festival Project Nowhere has announced its first wave lineup for this year. The Armed, No Joy, Truck Violence, TEKE::TEKE, Ribbon Skirt, PISS, Witchrot, Bonnie Trash, Dear Evangeline, CDSM, Noble Rot, Witchrot, Cootie Catcher, and Water From Your Eyes are among the bands announced. Project Nowhere will take place on October 2-4 across several venues around Toronto including The Baby G, Hanks Liquor, Nineteen Seventy Eight, The Garrison, St. Anne’s Parish, and BSMT 254. You can see the poster with the full lineup below.
The Casualties are going on a summer tour. They'll be jumping around the US. You can see the dates below.
Tons of Rock Fest was this past weekend in Norway. During the fest, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day joined Glen Matlock, Paul Cook, and Steve Jones of Sex Pistols (and Frank Carter) on stage for a rendition of "Anarchy in the Uk." You can see the video below.
Dead Milkmen are recording new material. The band posted some shots from the studio and stated that they are releasing new tracks soon. You can see their update below.
Sunday Morning have announced that they will be releasing their debut album. It is called Eternal Grief and will be out on October 31 via Open Your Ears Records. The band has also released a video for their new song “Pulling Thorns” which was filmed and edited by Kris Khunachak. Sunday Morning released their EP Forget Me Nots in 2024. Check out the video and tracklist below.
Emma Goldman have announced that they will be touring around Ontario and Quebec this August. The shows will begin on August 15 in Toronto, Ontario, and will wrap up on August 24 in Ottawa, Ontario. Emma Goldman released their album all you are is we earlier this year. Check out the dates below.
Tunic have released a video for their song “Spoiled Fruit”. The video was created by BNB Studios. The song is off their album A Harmony of Loss Has Been Sung which was released earlier this year. Check out the video below.