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Chief State Cue Up Explosive New Single, “DAMN!”

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We recently had the amazing opportunity to check out the new single and video, “DAMN!”, via Mutant League Records , from Canadian pop-punk standouts Chief State. You can listen to “DAMN!” Here You can also watch the video for “DAMN!” below.

“DAMN!”, is the final preview of their upcoming sophomore album Keep Your Friends Closer, arriving April 17 via Mutant League Records. You can never accuse Chief State, of never having enough energy, “DAMN!” is an electrifying display of pop punk goodness and we are loving every minute of it .

DAMN!” holds special significance for the band, marking the first song written collaboratively with Chief State’s current lineup. Rather than piecing songs together from individual demos, the band approached the track as a full-group writing session from the ground up — a process that helped redefine the band’s chemistry and creative direction.

DAMN!’ was the first song we wrote together with the new lineup. It was also the first time we had ever gotten into a room to write a song from scratch as a unit,” says vocalist Fraser Simpson. “Previously we would write songs individually and then edit parts together from there. The process felt extremely creative — everybody got to contribute and the final song really represents what Chief State is going forward.

Produced, engineered, and mixed by Tim Creviston (Spiritbox, Youth Fountain) and mastered by Stu McKillop at Rain City Recorders, Keep Your Friends Closer finds Chief State leaning into a more collaborative and fully realized sound. The record captures the band navigating a period of major change while doubling down on the grit, honesty, and soaring hooks that have fueled their rise within modern pop-punk.

We are absolutely hooked on “DAMN!” from Chief State, and we can not wait for “Keep Your Friends Closer “

Headaches Release Brilliant New Album, “Happy To Be Crappy” And…. We Can’t Stop Singing Along

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We recently had the incredible opportunity to check out the stunning new record, “Happy To Be Crappy from Braunton ( UK) based punks , Headaches. You can listen to the mesmerizing collection of songs, that is “Happy To Be Crappy” Here

We are going to get right to point… “Happy To Be Crappy” is an absolute freaking masterpiece. Headaches, are not just pop-punk rock masters , they bring the genre to a whole new level.

As soon as we heard the first track, “Scene to Be Seen”, we knew our ears were listening to something special . We were instantly hooked and by the time the chorus kicked in we were effortlessly singing along.

Headaches, stay true to what we love about punk rock, but they undeniably make it their own and we are loving every minute.

“Drunk Advice” quickly won us over , ( we may or not have screamed the chorus at the top of lungs – brilliant.

Song after song and we were reminded why we love punk rock . Headaches ( Charley, vocals, guitar , Duncan, bass guitar, and Tim, drums ) are master class musicians that operate like a well oiled punk rock machine and exhibit next level musicianship.

“I Wanna Dance ( But I Can’t )”, “Supermarket Fantasy “ are 2 melodic gems that we put on constant repeat. The guitar work on “Supermarket Fantasy “ left us completely speechless.

Drop dead perfect melodies and harmonies that will swim in your head for days make “Happy To Be Crappy” , from Headaches an album you need in your life immediately.

madfolk Strike Gold With Latest Single/ Video “Older”

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We recently had the stellar opportunity to check out the latest single and video for “Older”, via Royal Mountain Records, from Toronto, based power -punk band, madfolk . You can listen to the melodic goodness of “Older” check out video directed/edited and filmed by Nicky Koro. Here

Some bands have a sound that grabs you immediately and doesn’t let go until the last note has faded. This is absolutely the case with Toronto based madfolk. We are completely mesmerized by their latest single, “Older” , it is a melodic treat that you can not afford to miss.

madfolk ( Finn Scott – Vocals, Guitar, Charlie Sills – Guitar, Synth, Michael O’Meara – Bass, Jackson Seaward – Drums) are a group of master class musicians who have a vibe and sound that makes our music loving heart burst with joy .

madfolk, have a familiar relatable sound that they make 100% their own and we freaking love it .

madfolk, and their new song , “Older” might just be your new favorite song… you just don’t know it yet.