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Interviews: NERF HERDER, 30 Years of Comfort in the Golfshirt
https://www.punknews.org/article/88398/interviews-nerf-herder-30-years-of-comfort-in-the-golfshirt
Published: June 5, 2026 23:00
In continuation with our collaboration with Italy-based punks at the Persimmon Collective, we have an interview with Nerf Herder. Contributor Renny T sat down with the band recently while they were on tour in Europe celebrating 30 years of their debut…
New Review Update: New Reviews for June 5, 2026
https://www.punknews.org/article/88397/new-review-update-new-reviews-for-june-5-2026
Published: June 5, 2026 21:00
Today's reviews are: The Dwarves - Jenkem American Football - American FootballPouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day Two)You can check out any of our reviews right here.
Taxi Girls release video for "Secret Handshake"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88396/taxi-girls-release-video-for-secret-handshake
Published: June 5, 2026 20:30
Taxi Girls have released a video for their new song “Secret Handshake”. The video was directed by Karina Mariano of 28Roadkill. The song is off their upcoming album Static which will be out on June 26 via Stomp Records. Taxi Girls will be playing Purple…
Crazy and the Brains release new single
https://www.punknews.org/article/88395/crazy-and-the-brains-release-new-single
Published: June 5, 2026 20:00
Crazy and the Brains have released a new single. "Razorblade" is a stand alone digital single. You can check it out below.
Ween releases "Boston Chicken"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88394/ween-releases-boston-chicken
Published: June 5, 2026 19:00
Ween have released an archival song. "Boston Chicken" is off the upcoming deluxe reissue of 12 Golden Country Greats. That's out July 31. You can check out the tune below.
Miesha and the Spanks release video for "Smiling"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88393/miesha-and-the-spanks-release-video-for-smiling
Published: June 5, 2026 18:00
Miesha and the Spanks have released a video for their new song “Smiling”. The video was directed by Sebastian Buzzalino. The song is off their upcoming EP VISIONS which will be out on September 18. Miesha and the Spanks released their album Unconditional…
Videos: DOUR: "Towers"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88392/videos-dour-towers
Published: June 5, 2026 17:00
Vancouver-based DOUR have released a video for their new song “Towers”. The song is off their upcoming debut album AGORA which will be out on June 26. DOUR released Rudiements in 2025. Check out the video below.
Emily Misura of enough. breaks down every track on 'All Of My Friends Are Dead'!
https://www.punknews.org/article/88391/emily-misura-of-enough-breaks-down-every-track-on-all-of-my-friends-are-dead
Published: June 5, 2026 16:00
Today marks the release of the debut EP by Toronto-based enough.! enough. is the new alternative project of violinist, songwriter, and vocalist Emily Misura. The EP is called All Of My Friends Are Dead. It features five tracks that showcase enough.’s…
Protest the Hero announce new album, share "Mouthpiece" video
https://www.punknews.org/article/88390/protest-the-hero-announce-new-album-share-mouthpiece-video
Published: June 5, 2026 15:00
Protest the Hero have announced that they will be releasing a new album. The album is called Within and will be self-released on July 17. The band has also released a video for their new song “Mouthpiece” which was directed by Troy Maher, produced by Matt…
Tours: The Iron Roses / Rodeo Boys (US)
https://www.punknews.org/article/88389/tours-the-iron-roses-rodeo-boys-us
Published: June 5, 2026 14:00
The Iron Roses have announced US tour dates for this fall. Rodeo Boys will be joining them on all dates, except for the first show of the tour on September 10 in Philadelphia, their performance at Riot Fest on September 19, and the final show of the tour…
Videos: Citizen: "Halcyon Blues"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88388/videos-citizen-halcyon-blues
Published: June 5, 2026 13:00
Citizen have released a video for their new song “Halcyon Blues”. The video was directed by Kaylinn Duffy. The song is off their upcoming album of the same name which will be out on August 7 via Run For Cover Records. Citizen released their album Calling…
Interviews: Blag Dahlia on 'Jenkem,' the new Dwarves album
https://www.punknews.org/article/88387/interviews-blag-dahlia-on-jenkem-the-new-dwarves-album
Published: June 4, 2026 21:00
On Friday, rock legends The Dwarves release their new album, Jenkem. The record is a short, fast, kicking blast of 14 songs across the span of about 16 minutes. Titled Jenkem, the record is a stripped back, raw, but poppy, sprint that stands in contrast to…
Ink and Dagger announce three shows
https://www.punknews.org/article/88386/ink-and-dagger-announce-three-shows
Published: June 4, 2026 20:00
Ink and Dagger, with Geoff Rickley on vocals, have announced three shows- two in California and one in Texas. You can see the dates below.
Smirk release new single
https://www.punknews.org/article/88385/smirk-release-new-single
Published: June 4, 2026 19:00
Smirk have released a new single. It's for the song "Abide," which is off of Speculative Fictio. That's out July 3 via Smoking Room. You can check it out below.
Meryl Streek to release new album, shares "Rotten Fruit" (ft. Steve Ignorant)
https://www.punknews.org/article/88384/meryl-streek-to-release-new-album-shares-rotten-fruit-ft-steve-ignorant
Published: June 4, 2026 18:30
Dublin-based punk artist Meryl Streek has announced that he will be releasing a new album. The album is called Stories They Don’t Teach You At School and will be out on October 9 via Venn Records. A video for “Rotten Fruit”, which features Steve Ignorant…
Tours: Cancer Bats / Ignite / Knives (UK)
https://www.punknews.org/article/88383/tours-cancer-bats-ignite-knives-uk
Published: June 4, 2026 18:00
Cancer Bats have announced UK tour dates for this fall. The dates are part of the inaugural Marshall Made of Loud tour with Ignite and Knives joining on all dates. The tour begins on October 12 in Dover and wraps up on October 31 in London. Cancer Bats…
Check out the new album by the Claudettes!
https://www.punknews.org/article/88382/check-out-the-new-album-by-the-claudettes
Published: June 4, 2026 17:00
Today, we are psyched to debut the new album by The Claudettes!Chicago's The Claudettes are a real theatrical band. With the same playhouse gusto of World/Inferno Friendship Society and Dresden Dolls, the band merges punk, power pop, new wave, and the…
Emma Ruth Rundle to release new album, shares "Powerless" video
https://www.punknews.org/article/88381/emma-ruth-rundle-to-release-new-album-shares-powerless-video
Published: June 4, 2026 15:00
Emma Ruth Rundle has announced that she will be releasing a new album. It is called These Killing Times and will be out on September 18 via her own imprint Errant Child. The album was recorded with a band made up of Jess Gowrie (Chelsea Wolfe, Mrs. Piss),…
The Iron Roses release video for "Body Count"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88380/the-iron-roses-release-video-for-body-count
Published: June 4, 2026 14:00
The Iron Roses have released a video for their new song “Body Count”. The video was filmed near Salem, Massachusetts by Travis Haunter and Nick Evans. It was edited by Chelsea Oxborough of Hot Dish Creative. The song is off the band’s upcoming album…
Tours: Lande Hekt announces fall tour (Germany and France)
https://www.punknews.org/article/88379/tours-lande-hekt-announces-fall-tour-germany-and-france
Published: June 4, 2026 13:30
Lande Hekt has announced fall tour dates for Germany and France. The dates begin on September 13 in Offenbach, Germany, and wrap up on September 24 in Paris, France. Lande Hekt released Lucky Now earlier this year. Check out the dates below.
Death Cab For Cutie perform on Jimmy Kimmel, release lyric video for "Stone Over Water"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88378/death-cab-for-cutie-perform-on-jimmy-kimmel-release-lyric-video-for-stone-over-water
Published: June 3, 2026 20:00
Death Cab For Cutie were recently the musical guests on American late-night show Jimmy Kimmel Live. The band played their new song “Riptides” from their upcoming album I Built You A Tower which will be out on June 5 via Anti- Records. The band also…
Weezer announce new album, share "We Might As Well Be Strangers" (ft. Wednesday)
https://www.punknews.org/article/88377/weezer-announce-new-album-share-we-might-as-well-be-strangers-ft-wednesday
Published: June 3, 2026 19:00
Weezer have announced that they will be releasing a new album. It is self-titled and, since the album cover is gold, is known as the Gold Album. It will be out on August 21 via Reprise Records. The band have also released a video for their new song “We…
Videos: Public Opinion: "When Kevin Gets Free"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88376/videos-public-opinion-when-kevin-gets-free
Published: June 3, 2026 18:00
Public Opinion have released a video for their new song “When Kevin Gets Free”. The video was directed and edited by Jarrett Barnes with Alex Pace serving as the assistant director. The song is off their upcoming album The Curse of Public Opinion which…
Evil Island announce debut album, share "Animal" video
https://www.punknews.org/article/88375/evil-island-announce-debut-album-share-animal-video
Published: June 3, 2026 17:00
Evil Island, the band made up of Johnny Whitney, Cody Votolato, and Mark Gajadhar of The Blood Brothers, Autry Fulbright II of OFF!, and Todd Weinstock, formerly of Glassjaw, have announced that they will be releasing their debut album. It is called…
Listen to the debut album by Tensas and The Mourners and read a track-by-track breakdown!
https://www.punknews.org/article/88374/listen-to-the-debut-album-by-tensas-and-the-mourners-and-read-a-track-by-track-breakdown
Published: June 3, 2026 16:00
Today, we are very excited to bring you the premiere of the debut album from Colorado Springs-based roots-punk duo Tensas and The Mourners! The album is called The Procession and features 10 new tracks, including a cover of “Country Death Song” by Violent…
Tours: Vivian Girls announce US shows
https://www.punknews.org/article/88373/tours-vivian-girls-announce-us-shows
Published: June 3, 2026 15:00
Vivian Girls have announced US tour dates for July. The run of shows begins on July 8 in Brooklyn and ends with their performance at the Mosswood Meltdown pre-party in Oakland on July 17. Check out the dates below.
Videos: Mermaid Island: "Panic Button"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88372/videos-mermaid-island-panic-button
Published: June 3, 2026 14:00
Mermaid Island have released a video for their new song “Panic Button”. The song is off their self-titled debut album which will be out on June 12 via No Dad Records and Anxious and Angry. Mermaid Island will be touring the US later this month. Check out…
Danzig announces September tour
https://www.punknews.org/article/88371/danzig-announces-september-tour
Published: June 3, 2026 13:00
Danzig has announced a September tour. He'll be in Texas for numerous shows and wraps the trek up in Anaheim. That is in September and you can see the dates below.
Lower Class Brats to tour North East in June
https://www.punknews.org/article/88370/lower-class-brats-to-tour-north-east-in-june
Published: June 2, 2026 21:00
Lower Class Brats are hitting the North east in June. You can see the dates below.
Dexys Midnight Runners to release new LP
https://www.punknews.org/article/88369/dexys-midnight-runners-to-release-new-lp
Published: June 2, 2026 20:00
Dexys Midnight Runners have announced a new album, a release that that they say might be their last album ever. Love is out September 4. You can hear the lead single below.
Mixed Feelings release debut EP
https://www.punknews.org/article/88368/mixed-feelings-release-debut-ep
Published: June 2, 2026 19:30
Toronto and Oshawa-based hardcore punk band Mixed Feelings have released their debut EP. It is called Movin’ On Demo and features four tracks: “Movin’ On”, “Countdown”, “Get Out”, and “Not Fair”. The EP is available digitally via Tarantula Tapes. Check out…
Cro-Mags release new song, will release new album
https://www.punknews.org/article/88367/cro-mags-release-new-song-will-release-new-album
Published: June 2, 2026 19:00
Cro-Mags have released a new song. "Wired For Chaos," which shares its name with Harley flanagan's documentary, premiered today over at Rolling stone. Accoridng to Flanagan, the band will release a new LP in 2027. They last released 2020 [EP] in 2020.
Videos: Employed To Serve: "Dead Reckoning"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88366/videos-employed-to-serve-dead-reckoning
Published: June 2, 2026 18:00
Employed To Serve have released a video for their new song “Dead Reckoning”. The video was created by Murry Deaves and features makeup by Lauren Treadwell. The song is a standalone single and is available digitally now via Church Road Records. Employed To…
Pussy Riot to release debut album, share "CANDY DOPAMINE" (ft. Avenged Sevenfold)
https://www.punknews.org/article/88365/pussy-riot-to-release-debut-album-share-candy-dopamine-ft-avenged-sevenfold
Published: June 2, 2026 17:00
Pussy Riot have announced that they will be releasing their debut full-length album. It is called CYKA and will be out on June 12. The album features fourteen tracks, including features from Avenged Sevenfold, B-Real, salem ilese, and Vladimir Putin. Nadya…
Music: Rebelmatic: "Not Today"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88364/music-rebelmatic-not-today
Published: June 2, 2026 16:00
We are thrilled to bring to you a brand new Punknews exclusive premiere for New York City based punks Rebelmatic. The latest single is called "Not Today" and is a politically charged and groovy anthem that takes sharp stabs at the current administration.…
Circle Jerks to tour in Fall with Municipal Waste, Haywire, Negative Approach, Upchuck
https://www.punknews.org/article/88363/circle-jerks-to-tour-in-fall-with-municipal-waste-haywire-negative-approach-upchuck
Published: June 2, 2026 15:30
Circle Jerks recently finished a tour with Gorilla Biscuits and they already have the sights set on a Fall trip. They'll be playing nine dates with a rotating caste of openers that include Municipal waste, Haywire, Negative Approach, and Upchuck. You can…
Les Shirley to release new album, share "PLAYER2" video
https://www.punknews.org/article/88362/les-shirley-to-release-new-album-share-player2-video
Published: June 2, 2026 15:00
Montreal-based rockers Les Shirley have announced that they will be releasing a new album. It is called Hail Mary and will be out on September 25. The album features twelve new tracks, including their previously released single “Not My Problem”. The band…
Blood Command: "Flowers To A Knife Fight"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88361/blood-command-flowers-to-a-knife-fight
Published: June 2, 2026 14:00
Bergen, Norway-based Blood Command have released a new song. It is called “Flowers To A Knife Fight” and is available digitally now via Arising Empire. It is the second single the band has released so far this year, following “Wet Death”. Blood Command…
Dracu-Las announce summer shows
https://www.punknews.org/article/88360/dracu-las-announce-summer-shows
Published: June 2, 2026 13:00
The Dracu-Las have announced a slate of summer shows. They'll be up and down the east coast, including a stop at Summer Spiree 9. You can see the show details below.
New Review Update: New Reviews for June 1, 2026
https://www.punknews.org/article/88359/new-review-update-new-reviews-for-june-1-2026
Published: June 1, 2026 21:00
Today's reviews are: Thursday - Full Collapse Thursday - A City by the Light DividedPouzza Fest - Live in Montreal (Day One)You can check out any of our reviews right here.
Jesse Michaels and Matt Skiba to hold art exhibit
https://www.punknews.org/article/88358/jesse-michaels-and-matt-skiba-to-hold-art-exhibit
Published: June 1, 2026 20:00
In July and Early August, Jesse Michaels and Matt Skiba will have a combined art exhibit. The event is at the Elephant Room Gallery in Chicago and will feature works by both artists. You can see the details below.
Cro-Mags appear to announce new work
https://www.punknews.org/article/88357/cro-mags-appear-to-announce-new-work
Published: June 1, 2026 19:00
Today, Cro-Mags appeared to announce a new work- perhaps a new LP, EP, or single. It's called "Wired for Chaos" which is also the name of Harley Flanagan's documentary. The band was scant on other details. You can see the post below, We'll keep you…
Misha Tot of Gas Station Boner Pills accused of sexual assault
https://www.punknews.org/article/88356/misha-tot-of-gas-station-boner-pills-accused-of-sexual-assault
Published: June 1, 2026 18:00
Misha Tot of Gas Station Boner Pills has been accused of sexual assault. Jeff Town of Jeff Town records issued a vidoe statement where he says the alleged victim wishes to remain anonymous and that he does not have much more information that that.…
Trump says he will headline the Freedom 250 concert
https://www.punknews.org/article/88355/trump-says-he-will-headline-the-freedom-250-concert
Published: June 1, 2026 17:00
Last week, the Freedom 250 concert was announced. The event was created as a joint effort between the white house and Freedom 250, which was launched last year by the Trump administration and the president appointed its CEO. The lineup was announced as…
Scowl remix "Whip It" by DEVO
https://www.punknews.org/article/88354/scowl-remix-whip-it-by-devo
Published: June 1, 2026 16:00
Scowl have released a remix of “Whip It” by DEVO. The band released a short statement along with the song that reads in part, ”Thank you DEVO for inviting us to record this version of Whip It for the song’s 45th anniversary.”The song is available…
Videos: Stab: "New England Numb" (ft. Mat Kerkes of Citizen)
https://www.punknews.org/article/88353/videos-stab-new-england-numb-ft-mat-kerkes-of-citizen
Published: June 1, 2026 15:00
Stab have released a video for their new song “New England Numb” which features guest vocals from Mat Kerkes of Citizen. The video features live footage shot by Kory Boutin and Johna Jo Media. The song is off their upcoming debut album Lost In Maine which…
Sparta release video for "Without Your Hands"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88352/sparta-release-video-for-without-your-hands
Published: June 1, 2026 14:00
Sparta have released a video for their song “Without Your Hands”. The video was directed by Travis Shinn and edited by Jeremy Danger. The song is off their album Cut A Silhouette which was released last week via Equal Vision Records and Dine Alone Records.…
Videos: knitting: "I Wasn't Fully Cooked"
https://www.punknews.org/article/88351/videos-knitting-i-wasnt-fully-cooked
Published: June 1, 2026 13:00
knitting have released a video for their new song “I Wasn’t Fully Cooked”. The video was directed and edited by Sasha Khalimonova. The song is off their upcoming album Souvenir which will be out on June 26 via Mint Records. knitting released their album…
Navel Gazing for May 31, 2026
https://www.punknews.org/article/88350/navel-gazing-for-may-31-2026
Published: May 31, 2026 20:00
Welcome to Navel Gazing, the Punknews.org commenter community's weekly symposium, therapy session, and back-alley knife-fight. Chime in below with your latest playlists, record store finds, online time wasters, and site feedback.