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| Owning The Stage Tender Misfit |
Last night I headed to Oblivion a performance space in Los Angeles, CA to catch a performance by Tender Misfit.
Tender Misfit slayed last night! What a dynamic show!
Here are a few images from it.
What's that you say? You haven't heard of her yet? Well now you have. I have included links to her Socials below and the video for her latest song Act Of God.
TGIF!
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| Michael Shinafelt & Tender Misfit Hit the video for Act Of God after the jump! Join Tender Misfit here: |
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| Ballyhoo! Photo: Dennis Pike |
For more than two decades, Ballyhoo! have been turning the restless energy of the Chesapeake coast into one of alternative music’s most feel-good and enduring success stories. The Maryland band’s "beach pop-punk" sound — a sun-soaked collision of pop punk, alt-rock, and massive singalong hooks — has carried them from clubs and festival stages across the U.S., Japan, and Canada to a fiercely loyal fanbase that keeps growing with every record and every tour. On August 28, Ballyhoo! will release their tenth studio album, Bad Summer, via Right Coast Records — a vibrant, hook-packed record that finds the band sounding bigger, sharper, and more confident than ever.
Produced by John Feldmann (Blink-182, Goldfinger, Avril Lavigne), Bad Summer represents a full-circle moment for Ballyhoo!, pairing the band with one of their earliest influences for what may be their most ambitious and accessible album to date. Across the album, Ballyhoo! double down on the punchy melodies, high-energy choruses, and undeniable melodic instincts that have defined their catalog from the start, while pushing their sound into a brighter, broader, and more explosive space.
“Ballyhoo! were a joy to work with,” says Feldmann. “They are all such incredible musicians and super open-minded, and we made an awesome album. I can’t wait for everyone to hear it. So stoked to be included in this musical masterpiece.”
That sense of excitement runs through every part of Bad Summer. While Ballyhoo! have always carved out their own lane, this record feels especially built to connect with fans of hook-heavy, feel-good alternative music — the kind of album that can sit comfortably alongside the pop-punk energy of Bowling for Soup, the ska-punk spirit of Less Than Jake, and the big-chorus summer immediacy of bands that know exactly how to turn catharsis into a party. It’s still unmistakably Ballyhoo!: loud, breezy, emotionally direct, and impossible not to move to. But there’s also a fresh immediacy here that makes the album feel like a genuine leap forward rather than simply a continuation of what came before.
The album release follows a string of standout singles that have already offered fans a taste of what’s ahead, including the title track “Bad Summer,” “Cali Girl II,” and the gloriously unfiltered “I Guess I’ll Go Fuck Myself.” The next preview, “Thunderstorms,” arrives July 31, further building momentum toward the full-length’s release.
Pre-save Bad Summer and stream the singles here:
badsummer.ballyhoorocks.com
If Ballyhoo!’s studio records capture the band’s charm, their live show is where that chemistry truly explodes. Their concerts are sweaty, celebratory, and relentlessly fun — the kind of sets that turn casual listeners into diehards by the final chorus. That reputation has earned them appearances on the Vans Warped Tour, Oceans Calling, and Punk Rock Holiday, along with support slots for 311, Reel Big Fish, Dirty Heads, and Less Than Jake.
This summer, Ballyhoo! will take that live energy overseas for the first time with performances at BrakRock and Punk Rock Holiday in Europe, before returning stateside for a fall tour with Bowling for Soup. The band is also set to appear on the 311 Caribbean Cruise, sailing March 10–15, 2027 from Miami to Jamaica and Grand Cayman.
For a band ten albums deep, Ballyhoo! sound anything but complacent. Bad Summer captures a group still pushing, still growing, and still chasing the kind of songs that can soundtrack both the best nights and the messiest mornings of summer. It’s a record built on everything Ballyhoo! have always done well — huge choruses, easy chemistry, and a sense of joy that never feels forced — but delivered with a renewed sense of purpose that makes this chapter feel especially significant.
Bad Summer arrives August 28 via Right Coast Records.
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Carolina Liar is the project of Charleston, SC native and Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter
Photo Credit: Savanna Ruedy
David Archuleta’s evolution as a person and artist are on full display with his latest music offering, “Love For Free” where he taps into the themes of growth through duality. “Love For Free” finds David getting lost in the upbeat energy of the music while gently shedding the layers of his past that have been brought to light this year with the release of his New York Times bestselling memoir, DEVOUT HERE and embracing who he has become today in 2026. The release will also feature an additional new track, “Better Than You,” both songs HERE produced by LEVÉ.
“Love For Free” is about knowing your worth, not dealing with games anymore and setting boundaries. You learn and grow, and this is blossoming into someone who realizes they're not messing with other people unless it's time well spent and with people who have the right intentions and value you as a person. While “Better Than You” is a song about reminiscing. Nostalgia of a beautiful time that once was. It's also acknowledging the delusional way of seeing someone, only highlighting the brighter days and moments, and not the ugly side and toxic dynamic that may have existed. You still can't help but miss whatever it was. Even if it isn't true how you see it in your head vs how it actually was. Says David
LEVÉ shares ““Love For Free” comes from a very real place in David's life, surrounding both family and friendly connections. At its core, it’s all about self-worth and boundaries. It’s a pretty bold way of refining your own standards in any relationship without getting too deep. To me, the song is very fun, and I’m excited to see the energy it brings to David’s catalog.”
Follow David Here:
TikTok 1.3M Followers + 22.9M Likes
Instagram 806K Followers
Facebook 3.4M Followers
YouTube 904k Subscribers
Spotify 2.7M monthly listeners
Twitter 1.1M Followers
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Southern California melodic punk band CHASER return with Gonna Be Alright, a new 2-song 7” arriving May 29, 2026. Featuring a reimagined version of Bob Marley’s “Three Little Birds” alongside a newly reworked version of the fan-favorite “My Promise,” the release captures the uplifting spirit and emotional sincerity that have become central to the band’s identity.
While the band is still working toward its next full-length album, Gonna Be Alright serves as a special release created to bridge the gap before an extensive summer touring run across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Vinyl copies of the 7” will be available exclusively at CHASER live shows.
“We are so excited to share this release,” the band says. “While we’re not quite ready for a new full-length yet, we wanted to put something really cool out before our tours this summer. These songs came out amazing and we know people are going to sing along with them at the shows.”
The first single, CHASER’s energetic punk interpretation of Bob Marley’s “Three Little Birds,” is out now. Built around soaring melodies, driving rhythms, and the band’s trademark emotional urgency, the track preserves the optimism and warmth of the original while giving it a fresh melodic punk energy.
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“When my son was born, the first song I sang to him in the hospital was Bob Marley’s ‘Three Little Birds,’” says bassist Jesse Stopnitzky. “So we reimagined it as an upbeat punk rock version, adding our thumbprint while preserving its message of positivity, hope, and unity, which are the ethos of our band and live shows. Built for summer, this high-energy nostalgic singalong is a feel-good reminder that everything’s gonna be alright. It seems we can all use some good vibes right now.”
The second track, “My Promise,” arrives May 29 alongside the official release of the 7”. Originally appearing as an acoustic song on the band’s 2010 album The Big Picture, the song has been transformed into a soaring melodic punk anthem while maintaining its deeply personal core.
“I wrote ‘My Promise’ for my daughter when she was born in 2006,” explains vocalist Mike LeDonne. “It’s a heartfelt song about protecting the ones you love and always being there to guide them through life. Twenty years later, this reimagined melodic punk version captures a new perspective on parenthood. The lyrics and message are as pure today as they were then.”
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Paul Miner at Buzzbomb Studios in Orange, California, Gonna Be Alright also showcases visually striking artwork from two celebrated artists in the punk scene: Mark De Salvo and Samuel Lucas. Each side of the 7” features completely different artistic styles while remaining connected through themes of hope, light, and positivity.
“We wanted the artwork to feel completely different from each other stylistically, while still capturing the same emotional thread,” says the band.
For “My Promise,” Mark De Salvo created a hand-painted canvas piece using warm colors against a darker palette to reflect the song’s heartfelt emotional weight. Meanwhile, Samuel Lucas brought bright, vibrant tropical imagery to “Three Little Birds,” capturing the uplifting spirit of the song while subtly paying homage to the original music video by depicting the wolf and pig as allies rather than enemies.
Homegrown in the heart of Southern California, CHASER — comprised of Mike LeDonne (vocals), Jesse Stopnitzky (bass/vocals), Bill Hockmuth (guitar), and Davey Guy (drums) — have spent years building a reputation as one of melodic punk’s most positive and emotionally resonant live acts. Since 2018, the band has toured extensively throughout Europe, Canada, and the United States, appearing at major festivals including Brakrock Eco Fest, Music 4 Cancer, Envol Macadam, Jera On Air, Punk Rock Holiday, and Punk In The Park, while completing multiple headline tours overseas.
Known for their uplifting and unifying performances, CHASER continue to connect with audiences across punk, hardcore, metal, and rock through songs rooted in resilience, sincerity, and community spirit.
With Gonna Be Alright, the band delivers exactly what its title promises: a timely reminder of hope, connection, and finding light through music together.
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| 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:
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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.
Streaming: Spotify | Apple Music | Bandcamp | Amazon Music
Socials: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | X | Website
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Acclaimed singer, songwriter, and garage-pop mainstay Palmyra Delran returns with her latest digital single, “Hold Tight,” a vibrant reinterpretation of the 1960s hit by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich. Backed by her band The Doppel Gang, Delran delivers a version that leans into the song’s raw textures—buzzing guitars, crashing tambourine, and all—while injecting it with her signature punch and personality.
https://orcd.co/palmyraholdtight
Driven by fuzzed-out guitar tones and a gloriously over-the-top tambourine, “Hold Tight” captures the spirit of the original while dialing up the grit and immediacy. It’s a natural fit for Delran, whose career has long balanced reverence for classic pop with a love of distortion, hooks, and attitude.
“‘Hold Tight’… is one of those songs that I don’t remember hearing for the first time. I think I just always knew it,” says Delran. “The standout bits for me are that beautiful fuzzy guitar and the tambourine… Nothing brings the mayhem like a loud and sloppy tambourine. As far as the fuzzy guitar, I think that’s the sound of brain cells frying—in a good way.”
With The Doppel Gang providing a tight, driving backbone, Delran’s version feels both faithful and freshly unhinged—celebrating the chaos that made the original so enduring.
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A new album from David J (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets) entitled, Tracks From the Attic Revisited is confirmed for release on May 22 from Independent Project Records (IPR) and will be available in black or gold colored vinyl, CD, and all digital formats and can be pre-saved here. The first single from the album, “If Muzak Be the Junk Food of Love,” will be available April 15 and can be preordered here.
Kesha is having a great run presently with her hit album Period and a sold out tour, it's the comeback story everyone loves.
Today however we are going to Hump Day & Chill to her being an outspoken individual with a wicked sense of humor.
Seems like the Cretins in the White House decided to use her song Blow for a video of bombings. Yep, pretty repellent.
Thus she Tweeted this gem to them:
"Stop using my music, perverts"
Ha ha ha ha ha! Think about it, but not too much...
Hump Day & Chill!
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The Go-Go's
"Go-go music really makes us dance
