Experimental punk rock band Round Eye is back with their new single, “Little Lan Lan,” out now on Ripping Records. Led by Chachy Englund and centered in Shanghai, Round Eye’s sound is a blend of punk, surf rock, and free jazz into their songs. While “Little Lan Lan” leans more toward punk rock, Englund took […]
Experimental punk rock band Round Eye is back with their new single, “Little Lan Lan,” out now on Ripping Records. Led by Chachy Englund and centered in Shanghai, Round Eye’s sound is a blend of punk, surf rock, and free jazz into their songs. While “Little Lan Lan” leans more toward punk rock, Englund took an interesting approach for its video by having the video acted out in Taishan shadow puppets made out of donkey hide.
While this traditional art goes back about 600 years, it’s an unconventional approach for a punk rock band. Round Eye’s choice isn’t just out of the box, but on-brand for a group of musicians who aren’t afraid to present themselves in an unusual way. “Little Lan Lan” tells the story of a punk rocker whose infidelity has angered the one he loves, leaving him with the weight of his own regret.
The video was written and directed by Chachy Englund and performed by the Tai’an Shadow Puppet Theatre, which has been in operation for seven generations. The results are phenomenal, and the use of shadow puppets gives the lyrics a new layer rooted in traditional storytelling. Check it out below:
If this is your first time hearing Round Eye and you like what you’ve heard, they will be touring in the Pacific Northwest with Fang this summer:
7/9/2026 – Santa Cruz, CA – The Atrium
710/2026 – Sacramento, CA – Cafe Colonial
7/11/2026 – Santa Rosa, CA – Barrel Proof Lounge (Viva La Punk Fest)
7/12/2026 – Oakland, CA – Revolution Cafe (Viva La Punk Fest)
7/13/2026 – Eureka, CA – Song Tavern
7/14/2026 – Medford, OR – The Basement (Pyrate Punx)
Asthma Kids have released a new song called “The People United and Strong”. The song is available digitally now. Asthma Kids released their EP The Meek Are Getting Ready in 2025. Check out the song below.
Joan Jett and The Blackhearts have announced their first UK tour in 16 years. The tour begins on July 2 in Glasgow and wraps up on July 8 in London. The Meffs will be joining them on all dates. Joan Jett will also be supportingMy Chemical Romance at their July 10 show at Wembley Stadium in London. Check out the dates below.
Ceremony has released a new song. It is called “Other Hells” and appears to be a standalone single. It is available digitally now via Relapse Records. Ceremony released their live album Live at the Hollywood Palladium earlier this year. Check out the song below.
We are so pleased to bring to you a brand new single from NYC based hardcore band Rebelmatic. The single is called "Burn The Boats" (see below). The single is an anthem of survival, systemic defiance, and radical self-reliance. It will be released on the band's upcoming new LP titled Sting The Devil. The record will be out through Creep Records and Cobra Cafe Records on Citrus and Fire Red colored vinyl. You can grab a copy of the record by clicking here.
Portrayal of Guilt have released a visualizer for their new song “Total Black”. The song is off their upcoming album …Beginning of the End which will be out on April 24 via Run For Cover Records. Portrayal of Guilt will be touring North America starting in May and released their album Devil Music in 2023. Check out the video below.
Tim Kasher’s home phone, the solo project of Tim Kasher, of Cursive and The Good Life, has released a video for “What Is Anything”. The song is off Sponges of Experience which will be out on May 22 via Born Losers Records. Tim Kasher will be touring the US starting in May. The tour will begin on May 23 in Lawrence, Kansas, and will wrap up on June 21 in Omaha, Nebraska. Check out the video and dates below.
Toronto-based JULES IS DEAD has released a new song. It is called “Picture Perfect (Angry with the Right)” and is available digitally now. It is the second single JULES IS DEAD has released this year, following “Spring Summer Fall (Apart)”. Check out the song below.
Brad Marino released his 5th studio album Agent of Chaos on April 3rd, and it truly embodies the sound he’s been perfecting for decades. For those not familiar with Brad Marino, he has created a niche in the art of power pop and garage rock. In all his releases, he originates punchy power pop with […]
Brad Marino released his 5th studio album Agent of Chaos on April 3rd, and it truly embodies the sound he’s been perfecting for decades. For those not familiar with Brad Marino, he has created a niche in the art of power pop and garage rock. In all his releases, he originates punchy power pop with classic punk and rock energy, and in his new release that identity feels more prominent than ever. On Agent of Chaos, Marino maintains his signature Ramonescore style by pairing sharp guitars with mesmerizing melodies and catchy choruses. The production has a vintage sound to it that complements the songwriting and overall vibe, giving the album a nostalgic and timeless feeling.
Agent of Chaos starts off with the track “Blowing Smoke”, an immediate burst of energy that sets the tone for everything that follows. With a 90’s pop punk, garage rock vibe, buzzing guitars, and infectious hooks, it wastes no time pulling you in to want more. It’s a perfect opener for this album, and just made me want to get up and dance. The next track “Dissin’ & Dismissin'” slows things down a bit and focuses more on groovy driven melodies. It’s a perfect track to help to show that Brad has range.
“Voodoo” brings the energy back up with catchy riffs and a strong melodic core. I feel like this is one of his best, most straightforward power pop moments on the album.
“Murder and Violence” is one of my favorites on this album. The dark-sounding title is a bit misleading, as it’s actually a pretty upbeat song, though lyrically it’s deeper that it sounds. I just really love the tambourine, the melodies, and the overall sound of it. I’ve always been a fan of songs that hide dark and disturbing lyrics behind upbeat and catchy melodies.
“I Don’t Want You Anymore” is another track that makes me want to get up and dance. With pretty straightforward lyrics, it’s super catchy and easy to remember. Followed by “Regards”, another upbeat, infectious track that surprised me with a harmonica! It works so well in his album, I absolutely love the classic rock feel it added. This is also one of my favorites on the album, another one that is very catchy, groovy, and full of character. “Calling Your Bluff” keeps that same energy with great guitar hooks and solid songwriting. This one oddly feels like a classic you could have been listening to for decades now, proving that Brad Marino keeps the true sound and spirit of punk rock and roll alive.
“Lost Without You” draws you in from the moment it starts til it ends. With straightforward and captivating lyrics, it’s another slower track that leans into that classic power pop and Ramonescore sound. The next track is my favorite on the whole album. “Devil May Care” is such a good song that I cannot stop listening to. The steel guitar, keyboard, tambourine, and melodies all come together in a way that is so incredibly addicting. It seamlessly blends an early sixties vibe with that classic vintage garage rock feel to create a perfect track, showing just how well Marino can expand his sound.
“Sick of You” picks things up again with one minute and forty-two seconds of fast, frustration-fueled energy. “Reason or Rhyme” just continues that, and really just encapsulates the true garage rock band feel. Like it makes me want to get up, write my own songs, and start a punk band in my garage.
The last track on the record, “Make This Last” is the perfect closer. It brings another reflective moment on the album. With a super catchy chorus, it balances melody and sentimentality with Marino’s signature punchy songwriting and guitar work. This song feels vintage and nostalgic in the best way, bringing the record to a satisfying close and solidifying that timeless feeling of Agent of Chaos.
In the end, Agent of Chaos is everything you would expect from a Brad Marino record, and more. It stays true to his signature blend of power pop and garage rock while delivering plenty of memorable hooks and vintage inspired energy. Catchy and full of personality from start to finish with enough variety to keep you wanting more. Significant songwriting, quality hooks, and a sound rooted in classic punk and garage rock are what make this record so fun, and bound to get stuck in your head.
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