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Paramore
Hayley Williams and Paramore gives the crowd a dose of pop punk at the 2007 Van's Warped Tour, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Underoath
Florida's Christian metal powerhouse, Underoath, performs at the 2007 Van's Warped Tour in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Punk History
[p]If you've made it here, you're obviously interested in the history of punk music. Who wouldn't be? [p]Due to its major players, punk is an interesting cultural movement that peaked once in the late '70s and early '80s, and appears to be peaking again. Now is an exciting time for punk music, and it's easiest to figure out what's going on when you know what's already happened.

Anti-Flag Live
I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

Subgenres
Following its beginnings, punk rock quickly split into a multitude of subgenres. Each would have a strong following and distinctive sound.

Celtic Punk Bands
Whether or not you're Irish, you're bound to get into the infectious sounds of Celtic Punk. Old favorites like the the Pogues as well as more recent bands like Flogging Molly are going strong, bringing Irish-influenced punk rock to the entire world.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

A Punk History Timeline
In the late '80s, punk rock would really begin to be shaping itself into the scene we know today.

Warped Tour Crowd
The crowd gets into it at the 2007 Van's Warped Tour, on July 23, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
As another Warped Tour wraps up and takes summer away with it, photographer Brendon Sharpe brings us this series of photo highlights from the Charlotte, NC date.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
As another Warped Tour wraps up and takes summer away with it, photographer Brendon Sharpe brings us this series of photo highlights from the Charlotte, NC date.

Warped Tour Essentials
If you've never been to the Warped Tour before, you may not have realized it won't be like any other concert you've been to. There's a definite list of essentials you'll want to take with you in order to have the most fun.

Best Punk Albums of 2007
2007 was a great year for punk rock. It may have turned 30, but it doesn't seem to be slowing down.

Eugene Hutz
This is an interview with Eugene Hutz of Gogol Bordello. In it, he talks about touring, and the influence behind the Gypsy Punk Revolution.

Funeral For a Friend
Funeral For A Friend brings some British post-hardcore to the south at the 2007 Van's Warped Tour, on July 23, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Tim McIlrath Interview
Tim McIlrath of Rise Against discusses the band's new album, and his feelings on political activism and the face of politics in punk rock today.

The Sex Pistols
Although they were around for a relatively short time, no other punk band generated more press, or created a bigger uproar, then the Sex Pistols. In their brief existence, they created the trademark punk rock sound and image.

Less Than Jake
With a lineup that competed with the Warped Tour for exciting live performances, 2007's Shout It Loud Tour brought Reel Big Fish and Less Than Jake to the same stage for some fun, energetic dance-worthy punk rock and ska.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

Queen Bee - Girl On Top
The legendary punk queen is back with a solo album that's just as sexy and hard rocking as she ever has been.

Punk Books
Because punk music managed to develop a rich history in a relatively short period of time, there are many books devoted to the topic. Here are a few recommendations.

Punk: The Whole Story
Depending on what your gauge is, punk's age changes. But if you're gauging it off of the Pistols, Clash and Ramones, it's 30 this month, and here's DK's birthday present.

Rise Against
Chicago hardcore band Rise Against is dark and intense, both musically and politically.

Punk Albums of 2006
There have been a lot of great albums this year, and it was tough to pick out the best. For my picks, I focused on some albums from a handful of subgenres. Some are heavy, some are simply fun, but all of them have maximum replay value. If you got any records this year, these should have been on your list.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

The Ramones
While the Sex Pistols and the Clash were defining British punk, the Ramones were creating the American punk sound in two-minutes bursts.

Try This On For Size
On "Try This On For Size", Spark Is A Diamond merge dance music with hardcore - and somehow it turned out great.

Mike Vallely
Professional skateboarder Mike Vallely discusses touring, his new band and the way skateboarding and punk rock go together.

Film Review: Punk's Not Dead
More than a historical piece, Punk's Not Dead is an exploration of the ideals of punk rock and what it means to punk.

Siouxsie and the Banshees
Part of the first wave of British Punk, Siouxsie and the Banshees, also went on to pave the way for the new wave and goth bands that would come later.

Horrific Punk Albums
Whether you're putting together a soundtrack for a Halloween party or simply listening to music on your way to a horror flick, here are some great recommendations for those of us who like our punk rock with a dash of the horrific.

Cyrus Bolooki Interview
New Found Glory drummer Cyrus Bolooki discusses the new album, touring and... Lionel Richie?

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

Reel Big Fish
With a lineup that competed with the Warped Tour for exciting live performances, 2007's Shout It Loud Tour brought Reel Big Fish and Less Than Jake to the same stage for some fun, energetic dance-worthy punk rock and ska.

The Clash
A profile of the Clash, the "only band that ever mattered".

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

The Sufferer And The Witness
The latest from Chicago hardcore rockers is a dark, vaguely political look at what's going on in the world around us.

Set Your Goals - Mutiny!
The full-length debut from Set Your Goals, Mutiny! is a solid collection of songs combining old school pop punk and hardcore.

Brats On The Beat
Brats On The Beat is a collection of kid-friendly versions of Ramones songs. Performed by real punk musicians, this should be an essential album in any parent's collection.

Punk Rock Presents
Here's a list of great gift ideas for anyone on your list who's into punk rock, and also a great list of ideas of things to ask for.

Doomed Future Today
Boston's Mouth Sewn Shut meld hardcore and crust with reggae rhythms to create a sound all their own.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

Kara Rasmussen
Kara Rasmussen of the Mydols talks about being a rocking mom, and what's in store for the band.

Buzzcocks
Green Day would never have existed without the Buzzcocks. The invented the pop punk sound that many of today's popular punk bands utilize.

Interview: Paul Raven
Although he's currently with Ministry, Raven's been everywhere. This interview is more a collection of recollections than anything.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

Eyes Set To Kill - "Reach"
Melodic metal meets screamo with "Reach", the debut album by Eyes Set to Kill.

Epitaph Records
A history and profile of Epitaph Records, the home of Bad Religion, Rancid, The Offspring, NOFX, Pennywise and the Bouncing Souls.

J'aime Les Filles
Clorox Girls play great, fast bursts of California punk rock that owe as much to the Beach Boys and Buddy Holly as it does to the Germs, and their new album is quickly on its way to becoming my pick for this year's summer soundtrack.

American Eyes
American Eyes debut EP consists of five songs about broken hearts, with a nice little dance beat to back them up.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

NOFX
Blatantly political, blatantly sarcastic, blatantly punk rock... that's NOFX.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be as politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

Mamapalooza
Mamapalooza is a nationwide event honoring moms in music and art. This a review of the Detroit festival.

Sisters of Mercy
The Sisters of Mercy are on tour again. I'm not sure why.

Black Flag
Raw, powerful and dark, Black Flag is considered by many to be both the first hardcore punk rock band and one of the most influential punk bands in the states.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

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I knew Anti-Flag's set was going to be politically-charged. What I didn't expect was how much energy they would display in the heat, or how much they could get the crowd going.They are one of the closest things that the punk scene has to the great protest singers of the Vietnam era, and if anyone can get the kids politically active, it will be these guys, high kicks and all.

My Mother Wears Combat Boots
With My Mother Wears Combat Boots, Citizen Fish's Jessica Mills has truly created a parenting guide for the rest of us.

For Blood and Empire
Anti-Flag's latest release is both their most aggressive and they're most musically diverse album to date.

Mad Sin - Dead Moon's Calling
Mad Sin serves up psychobilly, rockabilly, country and punk. It's the last thing you'd expect from a German band.

Gypsy Punks
Gogol Bordello's latest release is a swirling Eastern European dance party, complete with fiddle, accordion, and the nice addition of electric guitars.

hellogoodbye
Before you pick up this album, you should be aware that it contains no songs about zombies, aliens, vampires or dinosaurs. In fact, despite it's title, this album is preominantly made up of synthesized love songs. As long as you're aware of that, you won't be too disappointed.

A Twist in my Story
MySpace darling Jon Vesely is back with another album, fully-fleshed and lusher than a bucket of... some other things that are lush.

Witches With Dicks - Manual
From the same scene that brought you the Ducky Boys and Dropkick Murphys, Witches With Dicks serve up a hefty helping of Boston blue-collar street punk.

Legend Of The World
On Legend Of The World, the Venusian members of Valient Thorr deliver Southern-styled rock that could have only been created by musicians who are not of this Earth.

Monkeys for Nothin'
On their first full-length album since they were emancipated from their label, Reel Big Fish lets us know they're back, and they're ready to party.

Help George Tabb - Volume I
Help George Tabb - Volume I, is a Psychic Hamster Records tribute to help punk veteran George Tabb pay his medical bills in the wake of 911.

Nightmare Sequence
Just like their New York ancestors Sonic Youth, the Dead Betties take punk rock and noise and make it art.

O Pioneers!!! - Black Mambas
With song titles like "I Heard That New Ashlee Simpson Record is Pretty Killer" and "Motley Crue, Probably Saved My Life", you might think you're looking at a joke album. That's not the case.

My First Time
My First Time: A Collection Of First Punk Show Stories is simply what the title implies...

Nobody Likes You
Mark Spitz has created a book on the band that is in-depth and interesting, with minimal amounts of the fluff that would appeal to Green Day's teenage fans. In doing so, he has created a book that will appeal to many fans of punk in general, even those who don't like what the band has become today.

The 2006 Van's Warped Tour
It was a hot humid day, but the people poured into Comerica Park to see NOFX, Joan Jett and a whole lot more.

Punk Music - Articles
An index of Articles for the Punk Music guide site.

Gene Louis Interview
In this interview with Gene Louis, the frontman for Bullets And Octane, he talks about touring and the meaning behind the new album.

Norwood Fisher
Fishbone bassist Norwood Fisher talks about the bands current lineup, Annette Funicello, and where he hopes to be in 30 years.

Interview: Paul Raven
Although he's currently with Ministry, Raven's been everywhere. This interview is more a collection of recollections than anything.

The Starting Line
With a new album on Virgin Records and a slot on this summer's Warped Tour, The Starting Line are picking up speed fast. The Starting Line' frontman, Kenny Vasoli, lets us know just how things are going.

Gogol Bordello
A review of Gogol Bordello's Detroit Show.

Vincent Black Shadow
Rob and Chris Kirkham of the Vincent Black Shadow have a lot to say about a lot of things, and they are all over the place as they do it.

Anti-Flag
Intense, energetic and fiercely political, Pittsburgh's Anti-Flag works to be a radical political voice for American punk rock.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

New Found Glory - Coming Home
The latest from New Found Glory, Coming Home is a poppy masterpiece that's a bit light on substance.

Die Hunns - You Rot Me
Die Hunns, a band dually fronted by Duane Peters of U.S. Bombs and Corey Parks from Nashville Pussy, never fails to bring the rock. This album might be their best one yet.

Both Before I'm Gone
Girl In A Coma is one of the latest bands to come out on Joan Jett's Blackheart Records, and based on what I've heard so far from this label I'm yet to be convinced that Joan Jett and Kenny Laguna can do any wrong when it comes to choosing young bands and producing stellar records.

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The rockabilly band from Ausralia, The Living End has been going strong for well over a decade, and they just continue to get tighter as a band.

Our Live Album Is Better...
Reel Big Fish's latest is a three-disc set that works as both a greatest hits compilation and an excellent live album.

Sinner
[p]Whether you consider her the godmother of punk, the first riot grrl, or simply a great rock and roll musician, the simple fact is that Joan Jett's latest album is solid, fun rock and roll.

Schematics
On Schematics, Zolof the Rock and Roll Destroyer delivers 10 tasty pop-punk ditties that make you feel good about feeling bad.

Alkaline Trio - Remains
These guys have always been some of the best songwriters around (especially when you're in the mood for bitter, drunken breakup songs, or bitterness in general), and their buzzsaw guitars are distinctive and memorable. Their latest release just confirms it.

The Frequency EP
PlayRadioPlay! is the creation of Seventeen year-old Dan Hunter, a Texas kid who has become the latest MySpace phenom.

Nothington - All In
It's an album that's equal parts Ducky Boys and Social Distortion, equal parts honky tonk and punk rock, and equal parts desperation and inspiration.

Still Stuck In Your Throat
Fishbone's unique blending of ska, punk, reggae, funk and metal has long made them one of America's most innovative and exciting punk bands. The band's first recording of new material in six years is easily one of the best albums you'll hear this year.

The Vandals
A profile and discography of The Vandals, a punk rock band that has been largely successful despite never having signed to a major label.

flat-pack philosophy
The Buzzcocks' newest release brings more of their classic pop punk sound, but that's not all. Steve Diggle also delivers some stripped down tracks, giving listers a glimpse at a new direction for the band.

The Meanest of Times
The Meanest of Times finds the Dropkick Murphys on top of their musical game. So why don't I like it?

Goons of Doom
They never intended to be band, but Goons of Doom had so much fun pretending to be a band that they kept with it. It was a good call.

Universal Peace
Knowing that Lion Of Judah makes DC Hardcore and draws heavily from their predecessors does nothing to prepare you for this record; it's anything but predictable.

Awesome Color - Awesome Color
Hiling from the land of Iggy Pop and The MC5, Awesome Color are definitely influenced by them. Their album is a dirty, decadent tribute the big rock sounds of the bands that helpred create American punk.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

Barb From I Object
Barb, the vocalist from I Object, discusses what it means to be DIY, and what it takes to make a DIY tour.

Triclops! Interview
Johnny and Christian of Triclops! discuss the band, its influences, and exactly what time is "rock time".

Norwood Fisher
Fishbone bassist Norwood Fisher talks about the bands current lineup, Annette Funicello, and where he hopes to be in 30 years.

Sergie Loobkoff
Sergie Loobkoff of Samiam discusses, among other things, where his band has been for the past few years.

Sean Mackin of Yellowcard
Sean Mackin of Yellowcard talks about Yellowcard's history and what it's like to be a violinist in a punk rock band.

Steve E Nix
Briefs' guitarist/vocalist Steve E Nix talks about touring, tutus and squats in Belgium.

New York Dolls Live
Supersuckers and the New York Dolls – now that's a bill to write home about (or write on a Web site about, as the case may be). When you team up one of the founders of punk rock with "the greatest rock and roll band that ever lived", who knows what's going to happen!

Concert Review: Subhumans
A review of the Subhumans live at the Magic Stick on April 21, 2006.

JD Wilkes
JD Wilkes of Th' Legendary Shack*Shakers discusses touring Europe, his musical roots, and despite what you may hear, how his music is not evil.

Mike of The Riverboat Gamblers
In this interview with Mike of the Riverboat Gamblers, he speaks about onstage injuries and the dangers of being a Texan in Paris.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

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As emo and pop punk music has started to take over the Warped Tour, the Casualties are one of the last of a handful of true hardcore punk bands still on the tour. Check out Nicole Lucas' exclusive photos from the Detroit stop on the tour.

Blight - Detroit
The compiled recordings of this Midwestern hardcore noise band were recorded over 20 years ago, but they hold up really well.

In the Mouth of the Young
On In the Mouth of the Young, the latest release from Bullets and Octane, the band blends gritty punk and hard rock into a result that's better than its ingredients.

Be Your Own Pet
This bunch of punk rock high schoolers blend hard-hitting power and melodic punk into a sound that's nearly flawless.

Punk 365
Punk 365 is a hefty little volume that does well to document punk through photos.

Ministry - The Last Sucker
For his 11th and final album, Al Jourgenson has rediscovered what made Ministry great.

Halifax Review
On the Inevitability of a Strange World, Halifax brings out a helping of Crue-inspired hardcore that really rocks.

The Emo Diaries, Chapter 11
For this, the 11th, Deep Elm records has compiled the "finest" in emo. To be fair, only half of the record is awful.

Boys Like Girls
Boys Like Girls doesn't reinvent the wheel, they take some else's wheel and roll with it.

A Challenge to the Cowards
A review of The Knights of the New Crusade's 2006 release.

Golem - Fresh Off Boat
Golem is a six-piece outfit that blends Eastern-European folk music and traditional Jewish Klezmer with a bit of folksy punk rock to make an exotic, edgy, explosive dance party.

The Gold Record
Even after more than 15 years, the Bouncing Souls are proving they can still make fresh, strong punk rock. Their latest album may be their best yet.

Punk Music - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the Punk Music guide site.

The Slits
Arguably the first all-girl punk band, The Slits started simply because they thought they should, and music was probably never the same.

The War Back Home
A review of the Ducky Boys' 2006 release.

Oh No... Yes! Yes!
On Ouija Radio's Oh No... Yes! Yes!, this Minneapolis-based trio delivers a sound that mixes up punk, rock, folk and a bunch of other stuff. It's thick and delicious.

Patent Pending
A review of Patent Pending's 2006 release.

Pepper - No Shame
This bit of Reggae-influenced rock will appeal to fans of Sublime and anyone else looking to chill out.

Guttermouth - Shave The Planet
For ten albums that span over a decade, Guttermouth has been creating smug, snotty punk rock. Once you hear their latest, you'll realize some things never change.

Fleshies - Scrape The Walls
After two years in the studio, the Fleshies are back with their most ambitious record yet.

I Object - Teaching Revenge
A fiercly political hardcore band with a female vocalist, upstate New York's I Object deliver abgry hardcore with a positive message.

The Eat
Little-known outside of Florida, The Eat were dangerously close to disappearing, until Alternative Tentacles brought them back from the archives.

The Fix
For 22 months in the early '80s, The Fix was doling out hardcore aggression on the Midwest scene. They're long gone now, but this is their legacy.