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Spectres return with Nostalgia

Posted in Records on February 2, 2020

Vancouver post-punks Spectres are band with Nostalgia, a new full-length that releases March 13 on Artoffact Records.

It will be the band's fourth full-length. All three predecessors were independely released but reissued by Artoffact last year.

Listen to lead single "The Head and the Heart" below, followed by a listing of West Coast tour dates in February-March.

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Upcoming shows:

Feb 28 - Vancouver, BC @ ARC
Mar 6 - Portland, OR @ Blackwater Bar
Mar 7 - Oakland, CA @ First Church of the Buzzard
Mar 8 - Los Angeles, CA @ Part Time Punks
Mar 10 - San Diego, CA @ The Whistle Stop
Mar 11 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Rec Room
Mar 12 - San Francisco, CA @ The Eagle
Mar 13 - Chico, CA @ Naked Lounge
Mar 14 - Portland, OR @ Lovecraft

Red Scare updates (new Guerilla Poubelle)

Posted in Labels on February 2, 2020

Red Scare Industries has announced the release of L'Ennui, from Paris, FR's Guerilla Poubelle. The DIY political punk band's record will also be released on Gunner Records in Europe and is out soon. In addition, the label has upcoming releases from Sam Russo and Broadway Calls, and just released the … Read more

The launch of Dreams of Field Recordings

Posted in Labels on February 2, 2020

A new record label called Dreams of Field Recordings will be owned and operated by Christian Holden of The Hotelier and Chad Matheny of Emperor X, which is already hosting the back catalogs of both arists. Per the initial press release: Inspired by solidarity economics, credit unions, and established international … Read more

Quentin Sauvé solo debut coming on Deathwish

Posted in Records on February 2, 2020

Quentin Sauvé, also known as the bassist of Birds In Row, is re-releasing his solo record Whatever It Takes. The record was self-released last year and features a personal, stripped down aesthetic. Roughly one year after it's release, Deathwish Inc will re-release it on March 27, 2020 with two bonus … Read more

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New Aesop Rock single "Rogue Wave"

Posted in Bands on February 2, 2020

Following the Malibu Ken project last year, Aesop Rock is currently working on a new solo full-length. In the meantime, he's sharing a brand new single called "Rogue Wave" (video below). The single is available on digital platforms with pre-orders for a 7" open now. A portion of proceeds from … Read more

New Downcast soon

Posted in Bands on February 2, 2020

Downcast is back after 25 years' hiatus. The political California hardcore band will release the new Tell Me I'm Alive album on Feb. 21 ovia Three One G Records/Ebulttition Records. Some of the new material is built upon unreleased songs written during the band's final days, with new songs building … Read more

Kuma's Fest for 15th anniversary

Posted in Shows on February 2, 2020

Chicago restaurant Kuma's Corner is celebrating its 15th anniversary in a fig way, with a one-day festival at Brands Park, headlined by Anthrax with Converge, Russian Circles, The Atlas Moth, and Indian also playing. The party takes place on June 27. Speaking of the event, president Ron Cain says: We … Read more

Fuzz tour: May-June

Posted in Tours on February 1, 2020

Fuzz are back on the road this summer. The band, featuring Ty Segall (drums, vocals), Charles Moothart (guitar, vocals), and Chad Ubovich (bass, vocals), will kick things off in San Franciscon in late May and wrap it up roughly one month later in Pittsburgh. Hit the jump for date and … Read more

Free download from upcoming JellyCopter record

Posted in MP3s on February 1, 2020

In preparation for their upcoming debut, JellyCopter and Prank Monkey Records are offering a free stream and download of the lead single "Phone It In," which showcases the band's distorted indie-pop style. Stream it (with download option) or watch a video now. Read more

Fearing debut LP

Posted in Records on February 1, 2020

Oakland, CA-based Fearing will release their debut album on April 10 via Funeral Party Records. Titled Shadow, the dark post-punk group will follow the album's release with a West Coast tour joined by Soft Kill. The band has previously released two EPs. Listen to the single "Good Talks" below, along … Read more

Titan to Tachyons to release on Nefarious Industries

Posted in Bands on February 1, 2020

The new trio Titan to Tachyons will release its debut on Nefarious Industries this spring. Details are still emerging, but the group features guitarist Sally Gates (ex-Orbweaver, ex-Gigan), bassist Kenny Grohowski (Secret Chiefs 3, Imperial Triumphant, Brand X), and Matt Hollenberg (Cleric, John Zorn). The album also features Trevo Dunn … Read more

Andy Gill (1956-2020)

Posted in Obituaries on February 1, 2020

Andy Gill, a founding member of Gang Of Four, has passed away at age 64 due to a respiratory illness in London. Gill and Gang Of Four are widely recognized for their influential role in the post-punk sound of the 1970s, and he also worked as a producer, collaborating with … Read more

The Suicide Machines are back

Posted in Records on February 1, 2020

Detroit's The Suicide Machines are back with their first record in 15 years and their first for Fat Wreck Chords, Revolution Springs. The new record combines the band's hardcore, ska, and punk influences and comes out on March 27. It was produced by Roger Lima of Less Than Jake. The … Read more

New Red Mass out now (feat. Rick Froberg & more)

Posted in MP3s on February 1, 2020

Red Mass, who have released A Hopeless Noise on various digital platforms already, are sharing the track We took inspiration for our new “Killer On The Loose,” which also features guest appearances from Rick Froberg (Hot Snakes, Drive Like Jehu) on vocals, Mike Watt on bass, along with musicians Mac … Read more

Dirtnap Records' 20th anniversary fest

Posted in Shows on February 1, 2020

Dirtnap Records, which started in January 2000, will celebrate 20 years of longevity this June 12-13 with a 2-day festival in Madison, WI. Having approximately 170 releases so far, the Friday-Saturday event takes place at The High Noon Saloon and features a variety of artists who have worked with the … Read more

New Cigar song

Posted in Videos on January 30, 2020

Cigar have released a new single, "We Used To," recorded last fall for a Bridge City Session. The video is shared below and is a preview of an upcoming, still formally unannounced full-length. The band also announced tour dates in South America this Mat. The band first formed in 1996 … Read more

Napalm Death, Tombs, and more on the road together

Posted in Tours on January 30, 2020

The one and only Napalm Death has announced a 2020 tour, joined with support from The Locust, Nastie Band, Tombs, Aborted, and WVRM. Tombs is set to release a new 6-song EP titled Monarchy of Shadows on Feb. 28 on Season of Mist. Tombs has two live dates of their … Read more

Scene Point Blank Podcast: Season 2, Episode 3

Posted in Podcast on January 27, 2020

New year, new podcast episode! Featuring music from The Holy Circle, Good Shade, The Coathangers, Dead Bars, Post/Boredom, Soot Sprite and Ancient Shores. Give it a listen below and subscribe on iTunes here. Read more Welcome to Episode 2020-03 of the Scene Point Blank Podcast Links to SPB articles covered … Read more

Teenage Bottlerocket + The Eradicator coming to Australia

Posted in Tours on January 26, 2020

Teenage Bottlerocket, from Wyoming USA and on Fat Wreck Chords, will be headed to Australia in May with The Eradicator along for support. They will be joined by Brisbane's Flangipanis. Teenage Bottlerocket is touring in support of Stay Rad!, while The Eradicator released Peak Eradicator last year. Eradicator fans should … Read more

New Horseneck next month

Posted in Records on January 26, 2020

California-based Horseneck return with a new LP, Fever Dream, on Feb. 21. The band includes current and former members of Will Haven and Chelsea Wolfe and have one previous record. Playing post-hardcore/sludge rock, the band has debuted "Pen15" to give listeners a taste of what's to come. Listen after the … Read more