Sunday, April 26, 2026

Horace Pinker

Horace Pinker 
Photo:
Dee Dee Kohl

SPLIT EP WITH THE RAGING NATHANS OUT APRIL 24; "ANOTHER WAY" SINGLE NOW STREAMING

Fresh off a run of shows capped by a high-energy appearance at FEST 23 in Gainesville, veteran punk outfit Horace Pinker are charging ahead with a new split alongside The Raging Nathans on Rad Girlfriend Records. The pre-release single, “Another Way,” is now streaming, with the EP set to drop April 24.

The band will hit the road in mid-May with The Raging Nathans, including a stop at MidWest Punkfest XIII, followed by an East Coast run in June with Celebration Summer. In August, Horace Pinker head overseas for a European tour supporting Pulley, with appearances at Brakrock, Punk Rock Holiday, and Tells Bells Festival.

Order the Horace Pinker/ The Raging Nathans Split here:

https://radgirlfriendrecords.bandcamp.com/album/split-6

Stream the new single "Another Way" here: 

Spotify

Apple Music

Amazon Music

Bandcamp

RECENT STUDIO LP NOW AND THE FUTURE AND "THREE AGAINST ME" VIDEO

WATCH: “Three Against Me” (Official Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMZk7WhK0PU

Horace Pinker have also unveiled the official video for “Three Against Me,” a standout track from their latest full-length Now and the Future, out now via People of Punk Rock Records.

Built on driving guitars, airtight rhythms, and lyrics that balance defiance with reflection, “Three Against Me” captures the essence of a band that continues to evolve without losing its core identity. The video delivers a raw, unfiltered snapshot of Horace Pinker’s signature intensity and onstage energy.

Now and the Future marks the band’s first full-length since 2011’s Local State Inertia—a return that finds them revitalized, focused, and as melodic and ferocious as ever.

“Horace Pinker returns with Now and the Future, our first full-length since 2011,” the band shares. “Driven by punchy rhythms, sharp melodies, and our signature energy, the record reflects how we continue to evolve while staying true to our punk roots.”

Recorded at Bombshelter Recording Studio in Chicago with producer/engineer Dan Precision (Rise Against, 88 Fingers Louie), the album highlights the chemistry between Scott Eastman (guitar/vocals), Bryan Jones (drums), and Greg Mytych (bass/vocals). From the adrenaline rush of “Three Against Me” to the melodic hardcore punch of “Call It a Day,” the LP reinforces the band’s decades-long commitment to urgency, honesty, and craft.

The album features cover art by JP Flexner (Beach Slang), further underscoring its balance of grit, melody, and emotional weight. Confident and uncompromising, Now and the Future captures everything that has kept Horace Pinker a global touring force for more than three decades.

LINKS & STREAMING

Streaming: Spotify | Apple Music | Bandcamp | Amazon Music
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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Indeed...

Keep fighting back Minions...

"I awakened to the cry

that the people have the powerto redeem the work of foolsupon the meek the graces showerit's decreed the people rule" - Patti Smith, People Have The Power

The Constitution of the United States on Wikipedia -

Friday, April 24, 2026

This Used To Be My Playground...

Geena Davis & Madonna

It took 34 years, but Mae Mordabito (Madonna) and Dottie Hinson (Geena Davis) who played baseball for the Rockford Peaches in A League Of Their Own reunited at Coachella.

They each participated in weekend two of Sabrina Carpenters headlining show. Madonna performed with Sabrina and Geena played an adult version of her.

Geena took to Instagram and posted the photo with this caption: "Mae - so happy to see you again! Love, Dottie"

"Yes" I saw A League Of Their Own in theaters, and "Yes" I enjoy the movie and being that it was a big hit the nostalgia factor for those who were there is strong with this reunion, IYKYK.

TGIF!

"This used to be my playgroundThis used to be my childhood dreamThis used to be the place I ran toWhenever I was in need of a friendWhy did it have to end?And why do they always say?" - Madonna, This Used To Be My Playground from A League Of Their Own

Geena on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/geenadavis/

Madonna on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/madonna/?hl=en  

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Michael's Musings

"You've Just Crossed Over Into...The Twilight Zone"
Michael Shinafelt

"There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man. It is a dimension as vast as space and as timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and shadow, between science and superstition, and it lies between the pit of man's fears and the summit of his knowledge. This is the dimension of imagination. It is an area which we call "The Twilight Zone" - Rod Serling, The Twilight Zone

Your clothes are making me uncomfortable. Please take them off.

Just looking for love. And a million dollars. Maybe a taco. And some tequila. The more you know...

Seeing Madonna and Geena Davis reunite at Coachella is in a league of it's own

One fan theory I hope is true about this season of Euphoria is that Jules Sugar Daddy is Nate and that is why he is having money problems. 

Evolve or Die, that's all

Hey, call me when you resurrect. I'm waiting. 

Anne Hathaway used one of my favorite words on The Devil Wears Prada 2 red carpet "resplendent" 

Are the aliens here? Did Christ come back? Asking for a friend.

Woman Crush of the Week - Alexa Demie as Maddy Perez on Euphoria. She's one of this seasons MVP's, Cassie better watch her back! 

Make your weird light shine bright so other weirdos know where to find you

Why are there no peanut butter fish? Think about it, but not too much

Next week's reading will come from the Book of Django Unchained...and aren't you happy???

Robert De Niro calls Ariana Grande the single funniest scene partner he's ever had. The more you know.

Adulthood is dumb, Nobody asks me if I want to come outside and play anymore.

Come play with me here -

https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en

https://bsky.app/profile/michaelshinafelt.bsky.social

https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelshinafelt    

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Hump Day & Chill

Elvis Presley & Ann-Margret

Question Of The Day: What do you get when you combine a music icon, in this case Elvis Presley and a Hollywood sex kitten, the one and only Ann-Margret?

If your answer was Viva Las Vegas, well you are not entirely wrong. The more definitive answer would be: Hump Day & Chill, naturally!

This is a photo of the twosome straight outta the movie Viva Las Vegas that they did together.

My buddy Jay Jacobson has the perfect description of it on his classic movie blog: 

"You know those days when the weather is perfect, the sun is shining, and for the moment, you don’t have a care in the world? This week’s film, “Viva Las Vegas”, is the cinematic equivalent" - Jay Jacobson

So kick back and Hump Day & Chill with Elvis and Ann, indeed...

Viva Las Vegas on Jay Jacobson's Classic Movie Blog -

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

In Case Of Emergency...

Erika Jayne

What does one do "In Case Of Emergency" well my go to is the use of sarcasm. Seen delivered above by the Queen of it on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Erika Jayne.

If someone tries to take you down verbally, give them the gift that keeps on giving and take what they said stated to you and weaponize it against them.

Works like a charm every time and you don't even need to raise your voice.

There's your pro-tip for the day and aren't you happy?!

Part 1 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Reunion starts this Thursday at 8 on BRAVO.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills on the WWW -

Monday, April 20, 2026