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Viral Sun, with members of Torche and Capsule

Posted by Loren on March 24, 2023

Viral Sun, with members of Torche and Capsule
photo by Michael Ruiz-Unger

Featuring members of Torche and Capsule, Viral Sun has announced their self-titled debut album, set for release on May 5 via Rad Girlfriend Records.

Based in the Bay Area of California, the band is described as heavy punk, with homages to a variety of genres.

They shared a lead single called "66Psalm" earlier today.

Viral Sun, with members of Torche and Capsule
photo by Michael Ruiz-Unger

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