punk
Countdown to Rebellion – Day 28: Introducing 18 Fevers
Finally back on track after a few hiccups, we are now only 28 days away from Rebellion 2023. 18Fevers derived its name from the tumultuous summer of 2020, when the world experienced an overwhelming tipping point during the Covid-19 pandemic. The genesis of the band can be traced back to bassist Matt and vocalist Christmas, …
Countdown To Rebellion – Day 30: Introducing Turtles Jr
Legendary punk rock band, Turtles Jr. has been active against the authoritarian New Order regime in Indonesia since 1992. From Bandung, the quartet are; Boentar (Drums), Dohem (Bass), Buux (Guitar), and Boodfuck (Vox). They’ve managed to record 4 albums and have appeared on numerous compilation albums. Just being a punk is about as subversive as …
Countdown To Rebellion – Day 31: Introducing The Drowns
Culled from the remnants of of their previous bands, Success, The Shell Corporation, and The Briggs, The Drowns are punk scene veterans from Seattle and LA who got together in 2017 to try their hand at creating something new, and have come with an energetic and heartfelt brand of streetpunk. Their debut album, View From The …
Countdown To Rebellion – Day 33: Introducing Slackrr
Slackrr are a pop/melodic punk three piece from Southampton. They wowed people at Manchester Punk Festival this year and Rebellion will be no different, although a slighter older demographic to win over. Recently signed to Lost Music Collective, the band are Joe (Drums), Scotty (Guitar/Vox) and Cait (Bass/Vox). Their music is hook laden and dripping …
Countdown To Rebellion – Day 29: Introducing Desperate Measures NZ
Desperate Measures, a fierce and unrelenting punk band hailing from the underground scene, unleashes a sonic assault that leaves listeners breathless. Formed in New Zealand in 1981 and now based in London, and stylized as Desperate Measures NZ they bring a raw and aggressive sound that harkens back to the roots of punk. With blistering …
Countdown To Rebellion – Day 36 : Introducing Teenage Bottlerocket
Teenage Bottlerocket, a high-energy punk band hailing from Laramie, Wyoming, burst onto the scene with a relentless onslaught of catchy melodies and relentless guitar riffs. Formed in 2000 by twin brothers Ray and Brandon Carlisle, Teenage Bottlerocket infuses the classic punk sound with a healthy dose of pop sensibility. Their infectious hooks and anthemic choruses …
Countdown To Rebellion – Day 37: Introducing Pegboy
Pegboy, a legendary punk band hailing from Chicago, has left an indelible mark on the punk rock landscape with their high-octane energy and melodic prowess. Formed in 1990 by members of the iconic punk group Naked Raygun, Pegboy quickly gained a devoted following with their explosive live performances and infectious hooks. Known for their driving …
Countdown To Rebellion – Day 38: Introducing A Void
A Void, a ferocious punk band hailing from the underground scene, brings a relentless sonic assault that reverberates with angst and intensity. Emerging from the DIY punk ethos, A Void channels their raw energy into a powerful sound that combines elements of hardcore punk, post-punk, and noise rock. With thunderous drums, blistering guitar riffs, and …
News: London punks Tripsun push back against colonial attitudes and racism on new single ‘Civilised’
They may not be a new band, but it’s a new era for London quartet Tripsun, who you may know as Triple Sundae – they snipped the old name in half last year, poking their heads out of debut album mode to serve up ‘Chemstrains’. Fast forward almost a year, and said debut album is …
Live Gallery: VOIID, Northcote Social Club, Melbourne, 16.06.2023
Feature photograph: Ian Bickerstaff