On October 30, 2020 Chris Reeves (aka Cool Chris) released the first episode of the Ska Punk International podcast with the goal of shining a light on the amazing ska and punk music that exists all over the world. He dipped his toes into releasing records in 2021 with the benefit comp Songs For Moms and hasn’t stopped since. Now, with 35 artists on the roster and over 40 releases (including albums, EPs, splits, comps, reissues, and singles), SPI has grown into a global powerhouse, putting out records from bands all across the globe and building an outstanding community around the label while doing so. You can feel the incredible amount of heart that Chris and his team pour into each thing they do, whether that’s releasing records, throwing the annual SPI Fest, putting together benefit comps and merch drops, or interacting with fans both on and offline. It is clear that Ska Punk International will continue to put out music they believe in and expand their community for many, many years to come. Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with Chris to reflect on four years of SPI, talk about what goes into getting music ready to release, discuss the importance of building community, and so much more. Read the interview below! This interview between Em Moore and Chris Reeves took place over Zoom on October 22, 2024. What follows is a transcription of their conversation and has been lightly edited for length and clarity. Photo Credit: Carly Reeves

Frank Black is going to reissue his 1995 album Teenager of the Year. The new version is out January 17th via 4AD. The re-release is reemastered and spread across two LPs at 45rpm. It also includes new liner notes from Black. You can see supporting tour dates below.

Jon Schaffer of Iced Earth has been sentenced for taking part in the January 6 riots/insurrection. As you may recall, Schaffer was part of the mob that stormed and broke into the Capitol in support of Trump. Earlier this month, Schaffer was finally sentenced for his part in the insurrection.Schaffer has been sentenced to three years of probation and 120 hours of community service. He will also have to pay $1,000 in restitution and a $200 financial assessment. As per the US Government recommending sentencing memorandum: ""Such a sentence would be sufficient to reflect the seriousness of this offense while also accounting for the three months defendant was detained following his arrest, the defendant's early acceptance of responsibility, and the substantial assistance he has provided to law enforcement pursuant to his cooperation plea agreement." You can read Schaffer's statement below.

<p>Think the days of fun film co-branded tie-ins are over and done with? Well, think again, buster, because Heretic Parfum has teamed up with Focus Features to release a new scent inspired by Robert Eggers’ upcoming remake of Nosferatu. Yes, you read that right. It’ll be available on Halloween, is not too expensive by perfume standards, and immediately made us extra curious when we got an email about it this morning, mainly because we kept thinking of scents for other […]</p>
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Full of Hell and Andrew Nolan have released a new song called “Sphere of Saturn” that features Justin K. Broadrick of Godflesh and Jesu. The song is off Full of Hell and Andrew Nolan’s upcoming collaborative album Scraping The Divine which will be out on November 15 via Closed Casket Activities.

Montreal-based aggro metal band Chuzo have announced that they will be releasing a new EP. It is called M.T.M.D (Maximum Threshold, Minimum Decay) and will be out on November 15. The band has also released a new song called “Brand New Cell”. Chuzo released their EP Land of Rage in 2022. Check out the song and tracklist below.

<p>Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it only continues to fuel the creative and comedic evolution of Adam Conover — and he’s making his way back to us for his biggest Boston show to date to show us how. As announced earlier this week, the famously inquisitive comedian and television host will return to Boston in the new year, making his Wilbur debut on February 23 as part of his upcoming Nihilism Pivot tour. Aside from his continued work […]</p>
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<p>Why toast a 10th anniversary with some traditional hunk of aluminum when STL GLD can fete the occasion with a new tune? After a decade of molding Boston’s arts scene, the local hip-hip titans have a lot to reflect on — and flex about. Since forming in 2014, STL GLD’s résumé has swelled to include four albums, the creation of the hyper-local GLD FSTVL, and barrier-breaking collaborations with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the Peabody […]</p>
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Subterranean Dissonance Fest has announced its lineup for 2025. Thou (performing Umbilical), Secret Chiefs 3, Krallice, Deadguy, Young Widows, Agriculture, Pyrrhon (performing Exhaust), Dysrhythmia, Silverthree Records, Scarcity, Idle Hands, Malevich, Underer, and Zombieshark! will be playing the festival. Subterranean Dissonance Fest will take place at Underground Arts in Philadelphia, PA on February 7-8, 2025.

The soundtrack to Pretending I'm Superman, the soundtrack to a documentary about Tony Hawk Proskater is getting the vinyl treatment. The record is out via Enjoy the Ride records this friday. Bands on the compilation include Offspring, The Vandals, Bad Religion, U.S. Bombs, Guttermouth, Adolescents, The Bouncing Souls, Goldfinger and more. You can see the details below.