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Album Review: Vicious Bishop deliver ten high octane punk shots in ‘Raining Guillotines’

By Ruth Rae
Formed in 2021, Vicious Bishop are a punk, ska punk, and punky reggae power trio, whose 2024 debut EP, 'Miracle Formula 168', showcased their raw, melodic sound to powerful effect. Picking up where the EP left off, 'Raining Guillotines' features ten high octane shots of punk, punky reggae, and ska punk, with hints of rocksteady and hardcore, all maintaining the Bishops’ Continue Reading
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EP Review: NONTHEWISER call out growing darkness in this world with ‘Injustice for All’

By Ruth Rae
Taking everything they love from the Californian punk rock scene of the '90s and mixing it with their Scandinavian heritage, Swedish punks NONTHEWISER create fast, fierce, and melodic punk rock! The band return stronger than ever with their latest EP release 'Injustice For All', diving into the pressures of family, faith, and a world where justice rarely lands where it should..Continue Reading
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You’re being watched…LA’s CRYMWAV unleash new single video ‘Speak No Evil’

By Ruth Rae
The mood is dark, but the music and message hit hard, stamped with CRYMWAV’s signature twist on the classic rock sound.. 'Speak No Evil' is about creeping fascism, big tech, and the sense that you’re always being watched, so watch what you say... New drummer Pat Muzingo (Junkyard) kicks things off with a Jerry Nolan–esque drum intro, while a gothic piano/harpsichord break Continue Reading
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EP Review: SA Punks WORMS are ‘Legless and Grubby’

By Ruth Rae
Joburg punkers WORMS released their first tidbit of grubby and raw Punk Rock slime on 5th November 2025. The 4 track EP 'Legless and Grubby' is fast and fierce and plays out at just over 5 mins 40 seconds. The songs cover topics ranging from defunct friendships, Gacy the Killer Clown, a cover of Black Flag’s 'Wasted' and a worm-themed anthem, in which the band hope to Continue Reading
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Live review: Ruts DC celebrate 45 years of ‘Grin & Bear It’ with WitchDoktors and Joe Bitter!

By Ruth Rae
Can you believe it's been 45 years since The RuTs released their second album 'Grin & Bear It'? Promising a set to include several rarely-played songs from the album, RuTs DC hit the road in November 2025 on a short UK tour. Second stop was the unlikely town of Esher, accopanied by the mighty WitchDoktors on their 'IZZATSO?' album release tour and local hero Joe Bitter.Continue Reading
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Album review: Satanic Spanish punks Deaf Devils set to destroy with their debut!

By Ruth Rae
Having spent much of the last 5 years tearing up stages all across Europe, Valencia, Spain-based whirlwind band Deaf Devils have finally managed to slow down for long enough to record their self-titled debut album. Capturing their wild live sound on a record was always going to be a big ask, but Deaf Devils come dangerously close to it on this monumental debut LP. A band Continue Reading
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War On Women set the tone with new single ‘Precious Problem’

By Ruth Rae
For over 15 years, hardcore punk band War On Women has stood at the frontlines of advocacy, communication, and change, shaping songs in reaction to headlines, news pieces, and current events. Single 'Precious Problem' is their first new music in five years, with more big announcements on the way. On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and Continue Reading
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Album review: Norwich punks On The Huh get more beers ‘n’ cheers in ‘Second Time Around’

By Ruth Rae
On The Huh have developed into a real powerhouse on the Punk scene. Their appropriately named new album 'Second Time Around' is ready to be unleashed upon the world! With a solid Rock‘n’Roll foundation underpinning On The Huh's street punk sound, this is an skilfully produced second record. For a feel-good, friendly, fun album you won't find much better - it's a night down Continue Reading