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Pkew Pkew Pkew fires again

Posted by Loren on March 19, 2022

Pkew Pkew Pkew continues a productive streak with a new album coming soon.

On May 13, the Canadian punk band will released Open Bar on Dine Alone Records, which once again draws classic rock influence and support from Craig Finn (The Hold Steady).

The band has shared a single now, of which vocalist Mike Warne says: "This song is about sharing a bedroom with [guitarist] Ryan to save money on rent. It worked for a few months because we both stayed at our partners' houses, but when Ryan's fiance moved to Edmonton, suddenly he was home all the time."'

 Get an early taste:

And, if you like time travel, reach this 5 year-old interview with the group.

Open Bar track listing:

1. Let The Bridges We Burn Light The Way
2. Mom's Dime
3. Maybe Someday
4. Mr. Meowers
5. Fresh Pope
6. Beer Stick 'n' Ched
7. Safety Last
8. A Different Jimmy
9. Stick To Your Guns, Pookie
10. Drinking In The Park
11. Young Pro

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