Streams: DUD announce new album

Canadian supergroup DUD announced a new LP of material that was recorded in 1996. The 7-track LP sat unmixed and unheard since then. May Not Go (Unrealized Recordings from 1996) is streaming now on the band's bandcamp page, see below for the stream. DUD features John K Samson (Propagandhi, and The Weakerthans), Mike Koop (Cheerleader, and The Bonaduces). The record is available now for pre-order via Bitter Melody Records on limited edition one-sided vinyl, and the record is a benefit, where all the profits from this album will go to Islamic Relief Palestine. Click here to grab a copy of the record on vinyl.

The Iron Roses release video for "Molotov Nights"

The Iron Roses have released a video for their song “Molotov Nights”. The video was directed by Chelsea Oxborough of Hot Dish Creative. The song is off their recently released album of the same name which was released last week. The Iron Roses will be touring the US in September and will be touring Europe in October. We spoke to lead vocalists Natasha Gray and Becky Fontaine about the album earlier this year and you can read that interview right here. Check out the video below.

Dog Party to tour in October

Dog Party has a tour in October. It kicks off in Los Angeles, runs around the West Coast and mid-west mostly. Though, there are two Florida stops coinciding with FEST. You can see those dates below.

Teen Mortgage release video for "Democracy Manifest"

Teen Mortgage have released a video for their new song “Democracy Manifest”. The video was directed and animated by CoreyNik and Jeremy Schell of EraserDread Animation. The song is available digitally now via Roadrunner Records. Teen Mortgage released their album Devil Ultrasonic Dream in 2025. Check out the video below.

Russ Rankin to release new solo EP, shares "What Brand of Hell"

Russ Rankin of Good Riddance has announced that he will be releasing a new solo EP. The EP is called A Season In Hell and will be out on September 25 via Indecision Records. The EP is made up of three original songs and three covers: “Starry Eyes” by Epitaph Records, “Cheap Tragedies” by The Avengers, and “The World Turned Upside Down” by Leon Rosselson as arranged by Billy Bragg. A new song called “What Brand of Hell” has also been released. Check out the song and tracklist below.

Morrissey cancels Vegas residency

Morrissey was slated to begin a Vegas residency next week. Well, it looks like it is not happening. Moz stated simply, "The shows cannot happen for logistical reasons outside of Morrissey’s control." However, his other tour dates are currently still on the docket. If anything else develops, we'll let you know.

Warzone to reunite

It looks like Warzone is going to reunite for at least one show. The band's initial run stretched 1983-1997. That run ended when founder and singer Raymond "Raybeez" Barbieri passed away due to pneumonia.Ain't like You Fest is scheduled June 10-12 in Toragu, Germany. The festival has announced that Warzone will play, but they did not announce the band's lineup. We'll keep you updated.

Punk in the Park announces return

As you likely remember, Punk in the Park came under fire earlier this year due to the fact that organizer/owner Cameron Collins donated money to the Trump campaign. After that came out, Collins issued a statement that urged unity but did not denounce Trump or said donations. The resulting effect was that nearly all the bands dropped off Punk in the Park and the event was canceled by Collins. It was unclear how, or if, the event would proceed in the future. Well, it looks like it is back. The brand's social media posted a its logo and the short statement: "BRB… where you been?". They also added, "Whatcha think Bay Area? Ready for us to bring punk rock back to the Bay?"Interestingly, Punk in the Park and Collins posted a few instagram stories, including one that just showed Collins face paired with the music of Minor Threat's "I don't wanna hear it" and another which had a post asking "Are you ready for a 2026 PITP" which had the added text "You lose we are back". Punk in the Park's social media person was also recently in the comment section arguing and insulting people who expressed their condemnation of the event. We'll keep you updated.

Team Dresch release video for "Growing Underground"

Team Dresch have released a video for their new song “Growing Underground”. The video was directed by Nightgeizt and features art and puppeteering by Pony Boy, Cynthia Star, Rhianna 'Free' Atwood, Kaia Wilson, and Robbie Claxton. The song is off their upcoming album, and their first new album in 30 years, Futhermore which will be out on September 18 via Jealous Butcher Records. Check out the video below.

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