Aren't We Amphibians announce debut LP, share "Dunce Hat" video

San Diego-based emo band Arent We Amphibians have announced that they will be releasing their debut album Parade! Parade! which will be out on September 26. The band has also released a video for their new song “Dunce Hat” which was directed by Christian Aceves. Aren’t We Amphibians released their EP Emergency, Exit in 2023. Check out the video and tracklist below.

Retirement Party to release new EP, share "Sixth Sense"

Retirement Party have announced that they will be releasing a new EP. It is called Nothing To Hear Without A Sound and will be out on August 28. The band has released their lead single from the EP called “Sixth Sense”. Retirement Party released their self-titled EP in 2022 and released their album Runaway Dog in 2020. Check out the song and tracklist below.

Skullbøy release 'Love on Automatic/Death On Impact'

Hawaii's Skullboy have released a new album. It's called Love In Automatic / Death on Impact. As per the band, "The goal for the record was to tell a tale as old as time: “boy loses girl; boy starts band; band sells their souls to the devil for fame; death and explosions abound.” The album is self-released and you can check it out below.

Chainwhip's gear stolen

Some dickhead stole some of Chain Whip's gear. The band left some equipment in the green room at Lee's Palace in Toronto during their July 30 gig with The Chats. During that time, some creep walked off with two guitars, some pedals, and some other stuff. The band is offering a reward. You can see the info below.UPDATE: The band's gear has been located. This news was announced in an Instagram post, which reads, "STOLEN GEAR HAS BEEN LOCATED!!! THANK YOU to everyone who offered help/donations/or to lend gear for the rest of the tour. Fuck gear thieves forever." You can also see that post below.

George Clooney gets his groove back in the ‘Jay Kelly’ teaser

<p>Hey, look! Noah Baumbach is doing one of those “last movie star” movies with George Clooney! It’s got all of the things the people want: ennui, reflection, boomer devil-may-care theatrics, Adam Sandler (ok, this one’s not a joke), and inside-baseball Hollywood humor. Yes, folks, Jay Kelly sounds like it’s not gonna change anybody’s mind about Noah Baumbach — either you’re with him in the post-Frances Ha “adult cinema for adults” autofiction era or you’re just wishing that Wolfs had been […]</p>
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Spinal Tap perform "Stonehenge" with Elton John

Spinal Tap have a new movie and album coming out. The LP is titled The End Continues and the movie is titled Spinal Tap II: The End Continues.’ Both the film and album are set to be released on September 12, 2025. The 13-track album includes new original songs and classics with features from Elton John, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. The band has released a clip of "stone Henge," performed with Sir Elton to promote both projects. You can check that out below.

Algernon Cadwallader to release new album, share "Hawk" video

Algernon Cadwallader have announced that they will be releasing their first new album in 14 years. It is called Trying Not to Have a Thought and will be out on September 12 via Saddle Creek Records. The band has released a video for their new song “Hawk” which was directed by Darby Irrgang and Ricky Christian. Algernon Cadwallader will be touring North America this fall and winter and released their album Parrot Flies in 2011. Check out the video, tracklist, and dates below.

Stray Cats announce US tour

Stray Cats are back and they are going on a full, USA tour. It starts in late October, runs for almost a month, and hits most of the country. You can see the dates below.

The Jesus Lizard cancel all fall tour dates

The Jesus Lizard have cancelled their upcoming fall tour dates for New Zealand, Australia, Japan, and America. The band released a statement on Instagram that reads, ”The Jesus Lizard regret to announce the cancellation of their scheduled October 2025 dates in New Zealand, Australia and Japan, as well as their November 2025 dates in the United States. Upon the advice of medical professionals following a serious health incident affecting one of the band members, it is considered necessary as a precautionary measure. The band would like to convey their apologies to disappointed fans and emphasize that the affected member’s prognosis is excellent. Your understanding and support are very much appreciated as always. As we cannot currently project replacement dates, refunds will be available at point of purchase.” The Jesus Lizard released their album Rack in 2024. Check out the post in full below.

AFI to release new album, share "Behind The Clock" video

AFI have announced that they will be releasing a new album. It is called Silver Bleeds The Black Sun… and will be out on October 3 via Run For Cover Records. The band has also released a video for their new song “Behind The Clock” which was directed by Gilbert Trejo. AFI will be touring the US this fall and released their album Bodies in 2021. Check out the video and tracklist below.