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Scene Point Blank Podcast: Season 4, Episode 3

Posted in Site News on February 13, 2026

It's true, we have a new episode of The Scene Point Blank Podcast, out now. This time around we feature DFMK, Drakulas, Billy Liar and more.

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Win 2 tickets to T1 Fest in Chicago in October

Posted in Site News on September 24, 2024

Want to see 18 punk bands over 3 days, October 10-12 in Chicago, IL while helping a good cause? Just a few notable names include Sludgeworth, Diesel Boy, Guttermouth, The Bollweevils, Kepi Ghoulie, The Jasons, The Eradicator and many many more -- all taking the stage to share good vibes … Read more

SPB featured stream: Caterwaul 2024

Posted in Site News on May 1, 2024

Running May 24-27 in Minneapolis, this year's lineup at Caterwaul features a ton of heavy hitters. We've posted about the event previously and you can find those links on the site easily enough. Or simply visit the Caterwaul website and buy some tickets. But first, check out this 10-track sampler … Read more

Review/Writers wanted

Posted in Site News on March 21, 2023

Are you an avid SPB reader and an aspiring reviewer? SPB is seeking reviewers and possibly other staff additions at this time. Think you’ve got what it takes? Check out the criteria here and hit us up. Read more Reviews are the main priority at the moment, but we're also … Read more

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Want to join the SPB team?

Posted in Site News on January 2, 2021

It's been a wild ride for Scene Point Blank. Established in 2003, we've managed a steady transition of staff into our third decade (as the calendar tells it). Through that time we've remained dedicated to doing things our way while promoting independent music from a fan's perspective. Want to join … Read more

SPB and Cro-Mags giveaway!

Posted in Site News on July 8, 2020

2020 is a lot of things. For NYHC legends Cro-Mags, it’s a rebirth. The Harley Flanagan-fronted band just released In The Beginning last month, showing the experience of a veteran band with the vigor of a teenager just getting started. While, of course, we want you to read our review, … Read more

SPB eBook anniversary giveaway

Posted in Site News on April 17, 2019

A lot has happened since 2003, when SPB first launched onto the worldwide web. Three-fourths of the site founders moved on to new projects. People graduated from college, got married, found careers, and more. Staff comes, goes, and sometimes returns. As the world changes, SPB remains focused on independent music … Read more

Win a copy of our ebook

Posted in Site News on December 23, 2018

A lot has happened since 2003, when SPB first launched onto the worldwide web. Site founders moved on to new projects, people graduated college, got married, found careers, etc. Staff comes and goes, but SPB remains focused on independent music throughout all of these changes. When SPB turned 10 in … Read more

SPB giveaway: I Against I + Switch Bones CDs

Posted in Site News on October 8, 2018

Scene Point Blank is excited to team up with White Russian Records for a label giveaway including the newest CDs by I Against I and Switch Bones. We reviewed I Against I here, plus we have both albums streaming below. Put in your name to win a copy. The form … Read more

Radon's More of Their Lies giveaway

Posted in Site News on August 26, 2018

Scene Point Blank is proud to team up with Radon to share their latest record, More of Their Lies. The album was released on CD earlier this year (Eager Beaver Records) and was just issued on cassette as well, courtesy of Dirt Cult, Tiger Force Ultra, and Rubber Factory. While … Read more

Retox Twit takeover

Posted in Site News on August 27, 2016

Justin Pearson of Retox, Head Wound City, and more, will be guest tweeting from the Scene Point Blank account for the duration of the upcoming Retox tour, from Sunday August 28 to Friday Sept. 16.     Read more

SPB & Coin Toss Records giveaway!

Posted in Site News on May 26, 2016

Scene Point Blank is pleased to work with Coin Toss Records on a new giveaway that features the entire label catalog, #s 1-8. That includes the DSGNS/Venomspitter split we streamed in March, and everything before and after. To enter, just hit the link here, scroll down, and submit your email … Read more

1QI: Aideen, Andy, Spyros and Scott

Posted in Site News on May 4, 2016

Welcome to our almost daily quickie Q&A feature: One Question Interviews. Follow us on facebook and twitter and we'll post one interview every Monday-Thursday. Okay, sometimes we miss a day, but it will be four each week. After our social media followers get the first word, we post a wrap … Read more

Special batch of Halloween reviews

Posted in Site News on October 27, 2015

In addition to our regular Monday posting of new reviews, we've got an extra 6 Halloween themed reviews and extra blog posts now live. Read more Thanks to Andy for the extra work. Read more

Win Bad Cop/Bad Cop Swag!

Posted in Site News on June 15, 2015

SPB has teamed up with Fat Wreck Chords to offer a prize package related to this month's stream of Not Sorry from Bad Cop/Bad Cop. Check out the stream, then visit our COMPETITIONS page for a chance to win the CD, a signed 7", and more. Not Sorry releases on … Read more

1QI: Scott Wilkinson, Loren, Aaron H, Spyros Stasis

Posted in Site News on February 2, 2015

Welcome to our almost daily quickie Q&A feature: One Question Interviews. Follow us on facebook and twitter and we'll post one interview every Monday-Thursday. Okay, sometimes we miss a day, but it will be four each week. After our social media followers get the first word, we post a wrap … Read more

We're giving away copies of All Downhill From Here

Posted in Site News on January 8, 2015

Like what you see at Scene Point Blank? Last year we released our first collective book to commemorate some of our finest memories. It's also available in print-on-demand format, for those who love a good physical copy. To celebrate one year on the market, we're giving away 3 e-copies. Winners … Read more

Win a copy of the debut from Charnia

Posted in Site News on September 29, 2014

Win your own copy of Consouling Sounds latest release, Dageraad by Charnia, courtesy of Scene Point Blank and our friends and Consouling Sounds. Visit our COMPETITIONS tab for more info, or just click here, key in your email address, and press the "Enter Competition" button for entry. Dageraad is the … Read more

SPB competition: Win a special prize from Test of Time

Posted in Site News on May 5, 2014

You've seen our stream of the new Test of Time EP, A Place Beyond. Now, win your copy, along with special secretive prizes from the label and SPB. Two winners will be selected on the 7" release date of May 20 and will be contacted via email. One entry per … Read more

SPB exclusive stream: Test of Time

Posted in Site News on May 5, 2014

This month we're excited to pair up with Bridge Nine Records to debut an exclusive stream of Test of Time's A Place Beyond EP due from the label on May 20. The band, formed just two years ago, offers three songs here in preparation for a longer player later this … Read more