<p>The drummer of a Massachusetts rock band was attacked by multiple assailants early Friday morning (June 24) outside Boston’s South Station. The victim, 20-year-old Adam Neufell (pictured far right), is recovering at home after being treated at an area hospital with injuries both physical and mental — including various bruises, a broken nose, a busted lip, and a concussion that, according to the band, has caused increased sensitivity to lights and loud noises, symptoms that could jeopardize his playing career.  […]</p>
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<p>What the world needs now is… to get lost in the swirling calm panic of The Joy Formidable. The Welsh-born alt-rock band, now a duo of co-founders Ritzy Bryan and Rhydian Dafydd, have unveiled a healthy string of fall tour dates across North America that includes headlining shows with support from Cuffed Up, major festival gigs, and a run with The Front Bottoms. With these shows, The Joy Formidable get to show off their 2021 album Into the Blue. And Boston […]</p>
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<p>For the past two years, Allston has felt a little hungry, content, and thirsty. Grub, Sweat and Beers aims to change all that (again). The sixth edition of the heavy music and BBQ at O’Brien’s Pub, once a summer time tradition organized by Jim Healey (Blood Lightning), Doug Sherman (Gozu) and Aaron Gray (Grayskull Booking/Heavy Talent), returns after a two-year hiatus caused by the pandemic. But with O’Brien’s stage and arsenal of back patio grills (manned by Keith Schleicher) ready […]</p>
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Today's reviews are: CANDY – Heaven Is Here Inner Peace – '22 DemoThe Bobby Lees – Hollywood Junkyard EPYou can check out any of our reviews right here. 

Grumpster have posted a new video/short film for their track, "Vicious." The video is preceded by some personal stories by members of the band and friends and the positive influence of groups like the Oakland LGBTQ Community Center and 924 Gilman. The video also coincides with the release of some merch with proceeds going to the LGBTQ Community Center as well. Click Read More for the video.

Toronto based power-poppers PONY have released a new song. It is called "Did It Again" and appears to be a standalone single. PONY will be touring with Fucked Up this July and released TV Baby in 2021. Check out the song below.

Pianos Become The Teeth have released a video for their new song "Skiv". The video was directed by Michael York and Amanda Adams. The song is off their upcoming album Drift due out August 26 via Epitaph Records. Pianos Become The Teeth released Wait For Love in 2018. Check out the video below.

Quebec based music festival Envol et Macadam has announced their lineup for this year. NOFX, Stick To Your Guns, Terror, Koyo, NOBRO, and The Anti-Queens are among the bands announced. The festival will take place September 15, 16, and 17 in Quebec City, Quebec. Check out the full lineup below.

Manchester based punks The Strangerz have released a video for their song "Shut Up!". The video was created by Rosie Pelton. The Strangerz released their single "Straight Gay Brother" in 2020. Check out the video below.

Bayside have released a cover of "Rainbow" by Kacey Musgraves. All proceeds generated from the sale and streaming of the song will go to The Trevor Project which is a non-profit organization that focuses on suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. The band will be touring the US with Pinkshift and Save Face in July. Bayside released Interrobang in 2019. Check out the cover below.