<p>The Friday finish line always finds us a little sluggish, so if you’re looking for the chance to unwind a little bit and get a jolt to kickstart the weekend, let Ian Fidance help you with his spastic, off-the-wall brand of comedy. Making his way back to the Seaport for another doubleheader at Laugh Boston tonight (August 9) as part of his ongoing Sick Sick Six tour, Fidance brings with him a brand new hour of comedy and two full […]</p>
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<p>Editor’s Note: Welcome to V3 Weekend, Vanyaland‘s guide to help you sort out your weekend entertainment with curated selections and recommendations across our three pillars of Music, Comedy, and Film/TV. It’s what you should know about, where you need to be, and where you’ll be going, with us riding shotgun along the way. Music: A Tribute To Ducky Carlisle at Brighton Music Hall Last October, the Boston music scene lost one of its most beloved figures and vital behind-the-scenes players when Ducky Carlisle unexpectedly passed […]</p>
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In exactly one week Thotcrime will be releasing their excellent third album Connection Anxiety into the world. The band is at their heaviest and most danceable as they incorporate elements from rave music, pop, metal, punk, hip-hop (wait until you hear Beau’s rap on “Existent”), and samba into their signature flavour of cybergrind. The band reflects on major moves, celebrates letting their genuine selves shine, pays tribute to fallen friends, and underscores the importance of holding out hope for a better world with lyrics that really hit home. Whether you are singing along, dancing to the beat, moshing, or just absorbing the music, you’ll find that Connection Anxiety is one of the most cathartic and exuberant records of the year. Connection Anxiety will be out everywhere on August 16 via Prosthetic Records. Thotcrime will be touring the US with Anita Velveeta starting later this month and will be playing Dilly Dally Fest in Philadelphia in November. Punknews editor Em Moore caught up with lead vocalist Hayley Elizabeth, producer Les Beaux Plastiques, and guitarist Melody Jane to talk about their new album, the evolution of their songwriting process, the importance of community, what gives them hope, and so much more. Listen to the episode below!This interview between Em Moore, Hayley Elizabeth, Les Beaux Plastiques, and Melody Jane took place over Zoom on July 29, 2024.

Episode #660 of the Punknews Podcast is now up! In this episode, John and Em debate Morrissey and John Lydon along with talking about Fucked Up’s 24-hour live stream, Ween cancelling their upcoming shows, OFF!’s Free LSD set and new song, Rubellan Remasters shutting down, The Fugees cancelling their tour, and so much more. Listen to the episode below!

Dopamines have detailed their new album. 80/20 is out October 18, 2024 via Rad Girlfriend Records. Chris Dugan handled the production and the album has 13 tracks. You can hear two tracks below.

Pest Control have released a new song called “Time Bomb”. The song is off their upcoming EP Year of the Best which will be out this fall via Quality Control and Triple B Records. Pest Control released their album Enjoy The Show in 2023. Check out the song below.

Halifax-based punk rockers Booji Boys have released a new promo tape. It is called Demo Promo 2024!!?? and features three new tracks called “Taste of Luv”, “More Is Taken”, and “Hotline”. Booji Boys released their album Tube Reducer in 2019. Check out the demo below.

Groovie Ghoulies will re-release Freaks on Parade on September 13. The new version is remastered and has six bonus tracks. It also has a new cover by Tom Neely. That's out via Stardumb/Eccentric Pop/Machine Shop.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of AFI’s seminal album Black Sails in the Sunset. The album was released in 1999 and was their first output to feature their current lineup. The band are currently supporting 30 Seconds to Mars during their summer tour. Toronto-based journalist Graham Isador reflects on AFI’s influence on the punk scene and conducting interviews with the band for over 20 years. Read his article below!