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We are wicked pumped to finally check out the new EP, “OLLIE”, via Hey!Fever Records from Southern California punk band Heartwells. You can listen to “Ollie” on Spotify Here, Apple Music Here

Heartwells have an infectious sound and vibe that comes at you fast and furious, this is on full display on the band’s latest EP, “Ollie. If you are not hyped up after this EP, we suggest medical attention- freaking brilliant!

“This record is extremely sentimental and personal to me,” says Heartwells’s JT, who wrote what he calls “probably the saddest song I’ve ever written” about his father. “We feel we’ve come a long way since our last release. The chemistry and dynamic of the band really shine on this EP—it feels like a full-length record in just six songs.”

From the first note on the first track, “Over Me”, there is no denying the sheer power, emotion, and energy that is ever present throughout “OLLIE”

Following up their fan-favorite The New Old School, the band put everything on the table to push themselves further. Two songs were written in the studio on the spot, with band members creating their parts without hearing the songs beforehand—an approach that was “both exciting and stressful,” according to JT.

Recorded at Buzzbomb Studios in Orange, CA with longtime producer Paul Miner, the EP benefits from a collaborative energy and veteran production touch. “Paul has been our guiding light from the start,” JT says. “He really stepped up as a producer on this one, helping bring out the full potential of every song.” The EP was mastered by Chris Hesse of Hoobastank, giving Ollie its polished yet punchy final sound.

The title Ollie is a nod to both the band’s skatepunk roots and the adorable dog featured on the cover—Moki’s pup, Ollie. It’s a playful visual for a record that dives deep into themes of personal struggle, fractured relationships, family dynamics, and social unrest. “It’s a pretty dark record,” JT explains, “but it has a lot of bright energy. I figured putting a cute dog on the cover would balance it out.”

We are all in on Heartwells and their spectacular new EP, “Ollie” And…. We think you will be too.

Releasing New LP ‘Soapbox Hero’ on February 22

We recently had the excellent opportunity to check out the new single, “Stealing My Identity” , from San Diego, melodic punk band,Punchcard. You can listen to “Stealing My identity” on Spotify Here, Apple Music, Here

If punk rock is your thing, it is next to impossible not to like a band like Punchcard.

Formed in San Diego in August of 2006, Punchcard emerged on the San Diego punk scene with a fast, melodic and technical punk rock style. Over the course of nearly the next 2 decades, they’ve built a signature sound unique to themselves, all the while keeping true to the genre. Their songs have something for everyone as they emphasize political fallout, social instability, and personal mistrust. all with a dose of sing-along vibes, and passionate taunts. Influenced by many of the late 90’s skate punk bands like NOFX, Lagwagon, Propagandhi, and Strung Out, they pushed through the COVID pandemic to continue making songs about our current times., magnetizing punk rockers that stuck around the scene.

As soon we heard the bass line on their new single, “Stealing My Identity “ we knew we’re in for a treat . We were bouncing along and singing almost instantly . Punchcard brings it to a whole new level.

Their upcoming album, Soap Box Hero, drops on 2/22/25 via Felony Records, and is set to deliver a blistering mix of ferocious punk anthems and razor-sharp commentary. With unrelenting riffs and unapologetic energy, Soap Box Hero channels political frustration, social rebellion, and raw emotion into every track. Get ready for the chaos—Punchcard is here to redefine punk for a new generation!

So do yourself and check out Punchcard and their epic vibe and sound , you won’t be disappointed.

Upcoming Shows:

Feb 22- San Diego, CA with Fine Dining and MIT

Feb 28- Crockett, CA. w/ United Defiance plus local support

Mar 1- San Pedro, CA. w/ Emmer Eff

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We Are All In On Heartwells New EP, “OLLIE”