

Blackpool, a traditional seaside town in the north-west of England, changes beyond recognition every August to welcome punk fans from across the globe. Held in the extensive and iconic Winter Gardens, this four-day extravaganza boasts an impressive lineup of over 300 punk and alternative groups across seven electrifying stages. With organisers expecting a roaring crowd of Continue Reading

Formed in 2021, Vicious Bishop are a punk, ska punk, punky reggae power trio, based in the Lancaster / Morecambe area. The band features drummer Dave Nuttall (ex-Toy Dolls), bassist Adz Woods, and vocalist/guitarist Rich Davenport (ex-Radio Stars). Their debut EP, 'Miracle Formula 168', showcases their raw, melodic sound to powerful effect, and features guest appearances Continue Reading

It’s the most maligned Stranglers album. No-one has a good word to say about. Every fortnight someone will start a post on a Facebook forum referring to the best/worst long player. And guess which album doesn’t come in at Number One. Yes, '10'.
So I thought I’d turn things on their head and write my love letter to '10'.Continue Reading

Oi punk legends Cock Sparrer are back with their 8th (and final) album 'Hand On Heart'. Punktuation gave it a listen.Continue Reading

Landing on Wednesday, the debut EP from Brighton's Noah and the Loners, 'A Desolate Warning' is everything you could want from the new generation carrying the Punk banner. These powerful songs capture the zeitgeist of Gen Z – from personal tracks on teenage love and Noah's experience of toxic masculinity as a trans man, to political blasts at racism, corruption and the 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

The Glorias (UK) are a Punk Rock 'n' Roll Garage band hailing from Portsmouth. Their third studio album 'Songs For The Easily Pleased' was released in October 2023.
Having played in various bands for decades, the musicians in The Glorias' experience is apparent on this album. A super collection of songs on the 'tricky' third album confirms that there's plenty in The Continue Reading

The punk rock firebrand looks back on ‘War On 45’, forging new paths alongside Black Flag and gate-crashing the Dead Kennedys in LondonContinue Reading

Accompanied by a hell of a video, the latest release from Noah and the Loners is a must-listen! Relatable real-life lyrics over a hell of a tune from these rising stars - 'Hell Of A Day' is their third single. Full of energy, emotion, and with a wicked twist of humour!Continue Reading

Rockabilly Punks The Zipheads mark the 10th anniversary of the release of their debut album - Prehistoric Beat - with a party in Camden next Saturday! Continue Reading