New Punk Releases 20th April 2025
Single, EP and Album releases from around the Punk world!
Tape It Shut won't be 'Employee Of The Hour'!
Release Date: 16th April 2025
Record Label: Snake In The Grass Records
Lightning-fast Reading, UK political punks Tape It Shut have dropped the first single from their new album, which will be out later this year. ‘Employee Of The Hour‘ was written about the trio’s experiences of employers who don’t understand about disability and mental health problems. Guitarist and lead vocalist Dan explains that each band member had come across the same issues, working in different sectors (retail, hospitality and I.T.) “It became a very angry punk rock song about workers being treated like numbers on a screen, and bosses not giving a shit about the human beings behind them.” We agree – this song hits hard, and we can’t wait for the next release from what’s promising to be a punktastic album!
Streaming HERE
The Molotovs want 'More More More' in first single
Release Date:21st March 2025
Record Label: Marshall Records
The Molotovs siblings Mathew and Issey Cartlidge have taken the live scene by storm during the last few years; most recently supporting The Sex Pistols With Frank Carter at the Royal Albert Hall, before their own sold out headline tour this month. Signing to Marshall Records last December, The Molotovs debut single ‘More More More‘ went straight to No. 1 in the vinyl singles chart, and of course it’s an absolute banger! Mathew says “It’s about existing in a transient relationship that you feel indifferent about. Filling up time with drinking and partying to distract you from the mundane boredom of life, covering up for lack of personality, and deep down knowing you want more.”
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Gallus are 'Cool To Drive' on latest EP
Release Date: 11th April 2025
Record Label: Marshall Records
Scottish indie-punks Gallus have just released their brand new EP, ‘Cool To Drive,’ which sees the band up the attitude and tapping into their raw punk-driven sound, demonstrating their heavier side. “We’re leaning much further into the punk end of the spectrum, and it feels very natural to us,” comments guitarist Eamon Ewins. “The energy in our live performances has always been there, but we feel that with this EP, our music is at its most visceral and raw. The lyrics are also written from the first-person perspective of semi-fictional characters. That decision was never conscious but plays to vocalist Barry‘s strengths as a former actor. The character-driven nature of it makes the EP almost feel like a mini-series.”
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DivEz kick arse new EP 'Fighter' starts a riot!
Release Date: 26th March 2025
Record Label: Self released
Portsmouth band DivEz are set to make waves in the punk rock scene, following the release of their awesome new 3 track EP ‘Fighter’. Made up of musicians from past Portsmouth punk bands, DivEz have blended their varied styles to bring you a new and explosive slice of punk rock with anarcho and riot grrrl edges – think Sex Pistols meets X ray Spex meets Bikini Kill! Uber talented singer and lyricist Lani brings a keen eye for political and social ills; a sharp wit and an ear for a catchy vocal melody. Crashing in on guitars you have the ‘old skool’ riffs of ‘Div1’ and the ‘metal- head ’ riffs of ‘Div2’. Underneath this there’s a floating melodic bass groove provided by Steve, and Turkee Drumstix turns everything even further on its head with his funk punk beats.
Stream HERE
SYMPOS go 'To The Dogs' with debut LP release
Release Date: 28th March 2025
Record Label: Distr-Oi! Records
SYMPOS are a punk/Oi! band from Waterford, Ireland, known for their raw, live-recorded energy. Formed out of a shared love for street punk and chaos, the band likes keeping subject matter local. Their debut album, ‘To the Dogs‘, is a raw, raucous celebration of frustration, enjoyment, camaraderie, and tribute to some local heroes, featuring collaborations with Mic Mac Cana (An Slua) and Ryan O’Keeffe (Boots & Ballads zine). Thematically, this first full length release is rooted in Irish culture, their own frustrations, and legends of the community. From first track ‘Fuck You All‘, through the full-on rock ‘n’ roll of ‘Where Have All The Winos Gone‘ to the two-fingered salute of ‘AGAB‘, the result is a burst of loud, unapologetic Oi! punk energy!
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Carsick 's new party anthem single 'Pub Watch'
Release Date: 1st April 2025
Record Label: Self released
Having caught Salisbury punks Carsick supporting The Meffs on their recent album release tour, we knew these lads were a band to watch! New single ‘Pub Watch‘ gets the mosh pit going with a blast of noise from the depths of the boozer; the lads “chucked on a go pro and got pissed for the music video.” Of the decision to put out ‘Pub Watch‘, they say “It’s been a staple in our live set since we began as a band and a lot of fans have asked us to release it.” Catch Carsick playing across the UK and Europe this summer at gigs and festivals, including appearances at Rebellion Festival, Boomtown, Sziget, Bearded Theory Fest and more, as they bring their blistering guitar-driven punk to a venue near you – tour dates and all the links you need are HERE!
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Usually found jumping around down the front at gigs, I also relish taking photos and videos, singing, speaking with fellow music fans, and asking musicians the questions nobody else does. Writing about my favourite bands and connecting with people who love music too keeps me more-or-less sane! I’ve worked for over 25 years at a video production company, mainly filming live music events, therefore I have an additional backstage perspective on the scene.
