

On an unseasonably warm mid-February evening, the Hope and Anchor in Islington hosted Guitar Gangsters, masterfully supported by Friends of Luca Brasi and The Green Fog. A popular choice for many, the event was sold out, much to the delight of promotors Sam and Tony from UXB Music Promotion and Sounds of the Suburbs Record Store!
Guitar Gangsters frontman and singer / Continue Reading

Rail against Tinder predators and scary furious ‘nice’ guys on its first single ‘Cock of the Fifth Year’.Continue Reading

The Line-up for the sixth annual Putting the Fast in Belfast also features Problem Patterns, and DJ Terri Hooley.Continue Reading

Comedian Stewart Lee investigates a missing piece of punk historyContinue Reading

The Schizophonics supported by The Glorias played The Brook, Southampton on a rainy Thursday night. Visually The Schizophonics are like nothing I've seen before - Pat not only throws himself around on and off the stage like a whirling dervish, he also plays his guitar from EVERY possible angle! Their great Punky, Funky Rock 'n' Roll played with a tight rhythm section took Continue Reading

On their seventh album the Portland pop-punks remain deliberately dumb and definitely catchy.Continue Reading

We couldn't wait to hear the formidable new release from Italy's top Punk trio - Smalltown Tigers! 'Crush On You' is both a nod to their heroes the Ramones plus added Tigers own style of Garage Punk, honed by playing the songs during their numerous live shows across Europe, resulting in a fitting debut full album to display their talent. These Tigers will not be tamed!Continue Reading

The Duel are set for a busy 2024, commencing with a new single and video 'Rule The World'. Written by Tra Rez and Ruts DC's Segs Jennings, 'Rule The World' is a catchy, anthemic song which challenges the suffering in the world. Watch the video out today!Continue Reading

The basement venue of north London's Hope and Anchor has earned its place in Punk Rock music history. With a capacity of just 80, this intimate venue is frequently chosen by bands to showcase new album material, or indeed, for their first London performance. Check out all the amazing photos of famous bands that have played there - and there's even a Wurlitzer juke box at Continue Reading

Prepare for Sublime Destruction! Desperate Measures are locked, loaded and ready.. Coming out on 22nd March on Cadiz Music this long-awaited album is loaded with eleven personal and political, hook-laden anthems. Catch Desperate Measures promoting the album in the company of US punk legends The Dead Boys and the UK’s Janus Stark this spring!Continue Reading


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