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<figure id="figure-cl3f2vfq2m3jmf9et" class=""><img id="cl3f2vfq2m3jmf9et" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/36meAVzMk286iMb6MQA372aGWxjARx50LpiIm2hMcFYiK19jVUkv4oPSYgJygYCO.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/36meAVzMk286iMb6MQA372aGWxjARx50LpiIm2hMcFYiK19jVUkv4oPSYgJygYCO.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>Get ready, music fans! Switzerland's legendary garage punk band, <a data-mce-href="https://the-monsters.bandcamp.com/album/youre-class-im-trash" href="https://the-monsters.bandcamp.com/album/youre-class-im-trash" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Monsters</a>, are finally hitting the UK shores after forming back in 1986. Known for their one-riff trash rock that defies the mainstream, The Monsters bring a fusion of '60s garage punk, rockabilly, and primitive rock 'n' roll, with a touch of black metal boogie. They're not your typical chart-toppers; they're the embodiment of raw, live energy, having toured globally and shared stages with icons like Guitar Wolf and The Sonics.<figure id="figure-qpdb0sgpypm3jm5nc6" data-full-width=""><img id="qpdb0sgpypm3jm5nc6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2SgOklJKsL3vbg8gbKbw2UordcJt7sT6j5ZamdL8UFcUorAgvJf9SPEPGv4Qrjk4.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="true" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2SgOklJKsL3vbg8gbKbw2UordcJt7sT6j5ZamdL8UFcUorAgvJf9SPEPGv4Qrjk4.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure><figure id="figure-6jxodddcx5m3jpr1q7"><iframe id="6jxodddcx5m3jpr1q7" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/x4JyZc9-K90" class="w-full bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowFullScreen="" data-url="https://youtu.be/x4JyZc9-K90?feature=shared" data-corners="default" data-fullWidth="false"></iframe></figure>Their discography includes eight albums, with standout releases like “Youth Against Nature” recorded at London's Toe Rag Studios, and the innovative “I See Dead People,” which came with a puzzle and other collectibles. Their latest, “M,” continues their legacy on Voodoo Rhythm Records, run by their frontman, Reverend Beat-Man.<figure id="figure-9zqbek43wm3jm8jea"><img id="9zqbek43wm3jm8jea" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/69rVb9WH5msdYAtMm1uKZ7xD7JRERaFIxzUi34MIjVOE6uZv7sdYsHnP2aeW1gWq.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/69rVb9WH5msdYAtMm1uKZ7xD7JRERaFIxzUi34MIjVOE6uZv7sdYsHnP2aeW1gWq.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>Joining them are <a data-mce-href="https://youngfrancishifi.bandcamp.com/album/the-young-generation" href="https://youngfrancishifi.bandcamp.com/album/the-young-generation" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Young Francis Hi Fi</a> from Brighton, England, the torchbearers of Bubblegum Punk. With their two-minute anthems about love, life, and liberation, they're the voice of the new generation. Their debut “The Young Generation,” also recorded at Toe Rag Studios, is a quick 13-song rush of danceable, romantic punk that captures the essence of '60s bubblegum and '70s punk.<figure id="figure-pwc747dqrm3jm0sed"><iframe id="pwc747dqrm3jm0sed" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wy9Jnx9mXd8" class="w-full bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" allowfullscreen="" data-url="https://youtu.be/wy9Jnx9mXd8?feature=shared" data-corners="default" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wy9Jnx9mXd8" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></iframe></figure> Don't miss this explosive evening where The Monsters and Young Francis Hi Fi promise to deliver an unforgettable night of punk rock magic.<figure id="figure-sat9fusf9m3jm7drj"><img id="sat9fusf9m3jm7drj" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/15VQb3n3Pc1emwBIR0qcpJxsPKaKMm14R5EFXU4pws4BtImpF5IvnSnJ22EUyEM2.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/15VQb3n3Pc1emwBIR0qcpJxsPKaKMm14R5EFXU4pws4BtImpF5IvnSnJ22EUyEM2.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure><a data-mce-href="https://www.14thfloormusic.co.uk/product-category/gig-tickets/" href="https://www.14thfloormusic.co.uk/product-category/gig-tickets/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tickets: £20 advance - with no booking fee - from Gig Tickets Archives - 14th Floor Music Distribution</a>

Swiss One-Riff Trash Rock Legends THE MONSTERS Invade UK  with Brighton's Bubblegum Rebels Young Francis Hi Fi

<figure id="figure-kdrixjutl5m3j1qe0p" class=""><iframe id="kdrixjutl5m3j1qe0p" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5rMOpbkD5WQ" class="w-full bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" allowfullscreen="" data-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rMOpbkD5WQ" data-corners="default" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5rMOpbkD5WQ" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></iframe></figure>Phoenix, AZ – November 15 , 2024 — Phoenix’s own <a data-mce-href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MonkeyCat </a>is ready to shake up the rock scene with their debut album, <a data-mce-href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Psychotic Wonderland</a>, releasing November 22, 2024, on Italy’s Area Pirata Records. This four-piece band delivers a dynamic mix of power-pop, punk, and rock, crafting a sound that pairs infectious melodies with wailing guitars and synth-pop flair—a blend designed to move bodies and spark minds.<figure id="figure-gibetxw9hm3j25api"><img id="gibetxw9hm3j25api" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/32nx42Vnjkh6PczmRHpYpxwv7W2mUzzYKICcozTnM2h973sCq1SP5VBPCwkp3him.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/32nx42Vnjkh6PczmRHpYpxwv7W2mUzzYKICcozTnM2h973sCq1SP5VBPCwkp3him.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>Formed in 2022, MonkeyCat brings together seasoned musicians whose high-energy performances, bold lyrics, and standout style have quickly won a devoted fanbase. Known for electrifying live shows and swapping instruments on stage, the band’s charisma is undeniable. As the group puts it, “MonkeyCat makes you want to shake your ass while simultaneously pondering life’s deeper questions.”<figure id="figure-5q38s7wu1mm3j1r4j7"><img id="5q38s7wu1mm3j1r4j7" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/3b0rtfKUiFlPE5kS1EBF3qyZHWgncnYglgtybR9AyGxMJpNjiy6mStCBHg4yZPEi.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/3b0rtfKUiFlPE5kS1EBF3qyZHWgncnYglgtybR9AyGxMJpNjiy6mStCBHg4yZPEi.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure><a data-mce-href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Psychotic Wonderland </a>offers a vivid exploration of a dystopian world, portraying rebellion, hope, and solidarity in the face of social challenges. The album’s narrative follows a journey from uprising to a celebration of human connection—a testament to resilience in tough times.Upcoming Releases &amp; Tour Plans <a data-mce-href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pre-sales for Psychotic Wonderland have started already.</a> Fans can catch MonkeyCat at local Phoenix shows through year’s end, with a West Coast tour in early 2025 alongside Thee Freeks (featuring former members of Nebula and Fu Manchu), and a European tour scheduled to kick off in May 2025.MonkeyCat Release Debut Album '<a data-mce-href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" href="https://areapiratarec.bandcamp.com/album/psychotic-wonderland" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Psychotic Wonderland' </a>Worldwide on 11/22/24 via &nbsp;<a data-mce-href="https://www.areapirata.com/" href="https://www.areapirata.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Area Pirata Records</a> &nbsp;

Phoenix Rockers MonkeyCat Drop Debut Album 'Psychotic Wonderland' on 11/22/24

<figure id="figure-ebrj1rcgxcm3istpig"><iframe id="ebrj1rcgxcm3istpig" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gstyUDJGKxM" class="w-full bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" allowfullscreen="" data-url="https://youtu.be/gstyUDJGKxM?feature=shared" data-corners="default" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gstyUDJGKxM" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></iframe></figure>La Rochelle, France – Punk rock powerhouse <a data-mce-href="https://bartandthebrats.bandcamp.com/album/only-fair-7-dirty-water-roaring-blood-records-2024" href="https://bartandthebrats.bandcamp.com/album/only-fair-7-dirty-water-roaring-blood-records-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bart and the Brats</a>, the one-man studio project that transforms into a live three-piece juggernaut, has just dropped four explosive new tracks on a 7-inch vinyl release. Co-released by London’s Dirty Water Records and the band’s own Roaring Blood imprint, this limited edition record (only 300 copies made!) is a must-have for fans of raw, snotty, late ‘70s punk rock.For those already in the know, the Brats’ signature high-energy, “Snot Rock” style is back in full force, delivering four adrenaline-fueled tracks that channel the spirit of Ramones, Zeros, Kids, and Teenage Head. For the uninitiated, this release is the perfect introduction to the twisted genius of Bart, the punk rock mad scientist.<figure id="figure-uoeonqpu5m3isx9va"><img id="uoeonqpu5m3isx9va" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/34pBv2TFKRea12Nwui8oiUQ06sbV5LwZPvhhwtGVJwUBVilgulqjp4LFcMFcSerW.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/34pBv2TFKRea12Nwui8oiUQ06sbV5LwZPvhhwtGVJwUBVilgulqjp4LFcMFcSerW.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>The record was recorded, mixed, and mastered by the legendary Lo’Spider at the Swampland studio in Toulouse, marking another collaboration with the analogue wizard behind the band’s signature sound since their 2022 self-titled album. Get ready for a full sonic assault—this 7-inch promises to be a punk rock blast straight to the eardrums.<a data-mce-href="https://bartandthebrats.bandcamp.com/album/only-fair-7-dirty-water-roaring-blood-records-2024" href="https://bartandthebrats.bandcamp.com/album/only-fair-7-dirty-water-roaring-blood-records-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-mce-selected="inline-boundary">ORDER BART AND THE BRATS - ONLY FAIR&nbsp; 7" VINYL &nbsp;NOW</a> <figure id="figure-4qox1pw5rpm3isyyyt"><img id="4qox1pw5rpm3isyyyt" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/aaV2u1bsuvElj2vh4UMLrDJkXfgwYfNZLw7VVVnpVdNMwEaYOMvFQroVrwmGRqp4.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/aaV2u1bsuvElj2vh4UMLrDJkXfgwYfNZLw7VVVnpVdNMwEaYOMvFQroVrwmGRqp4.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>The tracklist includes: Side A Only Fair Things In The World Side B What’s In It For Us? When The Shit Hits

BART AND THE BRATS Knock Out Four New Tracks on Limited-Edition 7-Inch

<figure id="figure-q0576r6qfm3h8reyi"><iframe id="q0576r6qfm3h8reyi" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1rf43e0dRkU" class="w-full bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" allowfullscreen="" data-url="https://youtu.be/1rf43e0dRkU?feature=shared" data-corners="default" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1rf43e0dRkU" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></iframe></figure>Turin, Italy – November 12, 2024 – Prepare for the raw, primitive energy of <a data-mce-href="https://linktr.ee/sloks_band" href="https://linktr.ee/sloks_band" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SLOKS! </a>Since their start in 2015, this Italian lo-fi garage punk quartet has made an unapologetically loud name for themselves with a brutal sound that’s both dirty and desperate. Now, with their upcoming album <a data-mce-href="https://goodbyeboozydigital.bandcamp.com/track/viper" href="https://goodbyeboozydigital.bandcamp.com/track/viper" target="_blank" rel="noopener">VIPER</a> set to drop in early 2025 on Goodbye Boozy Records, SLOKS is ready to redefine chaotic rock 'n' roll once again.<figure id="figure-xatqsfe6vkm3h8sqe2"><img id="xatqsfe6vkm3h8sqe2" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/36Roxak5NtMeJ2HTUzlPJA2SkPPNf5kGp57ZObtLq4S5Hyx7Fh6qnc9haRVYhryv.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/36Roxak5NtMeJ2HTUzlPJA2SkPPNf5kGp57ZObtLq4S5Hyx7Fh6qnc9haRVYhryv.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure> From their early days as a guitar-drums-vocals trio featuring Buddy Fuzz on guitar and Claudy on vocals, SLOKS released their debut 7” vinyl single in 2017 (SOB Records/Double Face Records/Resurrection Records) and their breakout album Holy Motor in 2018 on Voodoo Rhythm Records. They followed with the critically acclaimed A Knife in Your Hand in 2021, featuring powerhouse drummer Tony Machete, who took their sound to an even harder, more primal edge. Along the way, SLOKS' fierce dedication to gritty garage rock earned them spots on two compilations: Mandinga Records' You Didn’t Think We Could Take It! Vol 2, a tribute to Subsonics, and Bomb Your Brain Vol 2 on Pigmè Records.In 2023, SLOKS evolved once more with a new lineup that introduced Rudy “Red” Valentine (Barsexuals, Los Mofongos) on vocals, bringing an explosive energy and unfiltered edge to their performances. They also added guitarist Massimo Scocca (Lame, Two Bo’s Maniacs) for a double-guitar assault that amplifies their signature sound. The current lineup—featuring Tony Machete on drums, Buddy Fuzz on guitar, Scocca on guitar, and Valentine on vocals—recorded 13 new tracks at Swampland Studio in Toulouse, France, under the production of Lo Spider (Blew-Up!, Destination Lonely, Dividers).<figure id="figure-nvc5db8qrfm3h8xkof"><img id="nvc5db8qrfm3h8xkof" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/2e7sx62UGmhbUQUiK3mzCFrouFpk3LgyGdYtf4d9AXMp0KL64wOGwg1Ya4oIMZfH.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/2e7sx62UGmhbUQUiK3mzCFrouFpk3LgyGdYtf4d9AXMp0KL64wOGwg1Ya4oIMZfH.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>The title video track, <a data-mce-href="https://youtu.be/1rf43e0dRkU?feature=shared" href="https://youtu.be/1rf43e0dRkU?feature=shared" target="_blank" rel="noopener">“VIPER,” </a>is a blistering introduction to the album, embodying everything SLOKS fans have come to expect: raw, relentless garage punk energy, wild vocals, and a beat that won’t quit. This ferocious preview captures SLOKS’ chaotic stage presence, honed through performances across Europe and a recent tour of Japan alongside legends like King Brothers.With VIPER, SLOKS channels their furious, dirty rock into a sound that’s pure and uncompromised. For anyone seeking raw, noisy punk, this album is an electrifying must-hear.<a data-mce-href="https://goodbyeboozydigital.bandcamp.com/track/viper" href="https://goodbyeboozydigital.bandcamp.com/track/viper" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pre-order "Viper" from SLOKS via Goodbye Boozy Records.&nbsp;</a>Label: Goodbye Boozy records Release Date: January 28, 2025 Produced by Lo Spider Recorded Mixed and Mastered by Lo Spider at Swampland Studio in Toulouse in February 2024 Format: LP//Digital

SLOKS Unleash a Frenzy of Lo-Fi Garage Punk with New Album “VIPER” Set for Early 2025 Release

<figure id="figure-tk53mh4w9m2ifyven" class=""><iframe id="tk53mh4w9m2ifyven" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KLYeD4vfNQk" class="w-full bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" allowfullscreen="" data-url="https://youtu.be/KLYeD4vfNQk?feature=shared" data-corners="default" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KLYeD4vfNQk" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></iframe></figure>The unstoppable surf-rock innovators <a data-mce-href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/" href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Routes</a><a data-mce-href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/" href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a>return with their latest release, <a data-mce-href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/album/surfin-pleasures" href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/album/surfin-pleasures" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Surfin’ Pleasures</a>, out on November 8th via Topsy-Turvy Records. Known for their "beat-you-to-death surf music" (as described by Iggy Pop), the band takes a bold new direction by reimagining the iconic music of Joy Division.Following their successful surf interpretations of <a data-mce-href="https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/dirty-water-records/pressreleases/japans-prolific-psych-rippers-the-routes-channel-their-inner-kraftwerk-with-surfy-tribute-twang-machine-3185482" href="https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/dirty-water-records/pressreleases/japans-prolific-psych-rippers-the-routes-channel-their-inner-kraftwerk-with-surfy-tribute-twang-machine-3185482" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kraftwerk</a> and <a data-mce-href="https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/dirty-water-records/pressreleases/the-routes-reanimate-buzzcocks-w-slash-surfy-guitar-instrumental-tribute-lp-reverberation-addict-plus-uk-sept-tour-dates-3270726" href="https://www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/dirty-water-records/pressreleases/the-routes-reanimate-buzzcocks-w-slash-surfy-guitar-instrumental-tribute-lp-reverberation-addict-plus-uk-sept-tour-dates-3270726" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Buzzcocks</a>, Surfin’ Pleasures is not a typical tribute album. Instead of straightforward cover versions, The Routes have carefully deconstructed 12 of Joy Division’s classic tracks—drawing subtle inspiration from the original melodies and rhythms to craft something wholly unique. The result? A head-spinning collection of 60s surf guitar instrumentals that pay homage to the post-punk legends while transforming their songs into a sonic wave of reverb-drenched, retro surf rock.<figure id="figure-yblsmelrfam2ig3vbe"><img id="yblsmelrfam2ig3vbe" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1axBJUQTHZFhCqKT2jFBksxCA9SzjJv0PzOvitPJVyO4UPwCo4HWHSmIfhTZ8HOx.jpg" alt="Half length portrait of trendy female millennial in electronic spectacles looking at camera during time for listening audio book and walk in metropolitan downtown, generation z in earphones" title="Half length portrait of trendy female millennial in electronic spectacles looking at camera during time for listening audio book and walk in metropolitan downtown, generation z in earphones" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1axBJUQTHZFhCqKT2jFBksxCA9SzjJv0PzOvitPJVyO4UPwCo4HWHSmIfhTZ8HOx.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>Fans can expect beloved Joy Division tracks like "A Means to an End" and "Ice Age" to get a full-on 60s drag race soundtrack treatment, while "Transmission" channels The Astronauts’ timeless sound, and "Digital" morphs into a beach party anthem. Whether you’re a surf rock aficionado or a die-hard Joy Division fan, Surfin’ Pleasures offers something fresh and exciting for all music lovers.<figure id="figure-jv2de2xigem2ig5nz3"><img id="jv2de2xigem2ig5nz3" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/29HyA7NcuGLc9kXWbZjWVS9lfSHN9hnDT7rbEVsaDcRZ9FMvUVTIMmIfwg6I00pt.jpg" alt="music mixer" title="music mixer" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/29HyA7NcuGLc9kXWbZjWVS9lfSHN9hnDT7rbEVsaDcRZ9FMvUVTIMmIfwg6I00pt.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>The album cover is a standout in itself, featuring a reimagined design from British design icons Peter Saville and Malcolm Garrett. A playful take on Saville’s iconic Unknown Pleasures artwork, the pulsar lines are reworked into the sound wave of a reverb tank, echoing the album’s retro surf vibe with a nod to Bridget Riley-inspired op art.Is this project blasphemy or musical alchemy? You decide. One thing is certain—The Routes have delivered another future cult classic that will either delight or disturb for years to come. <a data-mce-href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/album/surfin-pleasures" href="https://theroutesjp.bandcamp.com/album/surfin-pleasures" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Routes return with their latest release, Surfin’ Pleasures, out on November 8th via Topsy-Turvy Records. PRE-ORDER NOW!</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

THE ROUTES Reimagine Joy Division Classics on New Album Surfin’ Pleasures

<figure id="figure-541zsjptqsm2bsha1a" class=""><iframe id="541zsjptqsm2bsha1a" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oN-Tvduvovs" class="w-full bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" allowfullscreen="" data-url="https://youtu.be/oN-Tvduvovs?feature=shared" data-corners="default" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oN-Tvduvovs" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></iframe></figure>Celebrated solo artist<a data-mce-href="https://linktr.ee/yuyakeshiwasu" href="https://linktr.ee/yuyakeshiwasu" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> YUYAKESHIWASU</a>, known for redefining 60s rock 'n' roll with a modern twist, has released his latest track,<a data-mce-href="https://youtu.be/oN-Tvduvovs?feature=shared" href="https://youtu.be/oN-Tvduvovs?feature=shared"> "Danger Girl,"</a> from his third full-length album, <a data-mce-href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0oxy6g2gdtrD8fr54prexV" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0oxy6g2gdtrD8fr54prexV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rock 'n' Roll Cult</a>. The album marks a bold new chapter in the artist’s career as he embraces the persona of a rock 'n' roll cult guru, delivering a 28-track opus that blends nostalgic sounds with experimental flair.Danger Girl captures the rebellious spirit of the album, featuring bold lyrics like, "I'm always a girl on the edge... I don't go with the flow of what's neat and tidy," with a nod to 90s mindset and a refusal to conform. The track celebrates individuality and defiance, as the narrator dances through life with a broken bone and her guitar in hand, unafraid to mix vulgarity with elegance.<figure id="figure-nz02a67w0dm2bshsd1"><img id="nz02a67w0dm2bshsd1" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2fW1zkKDSvxpenHQex5NchvXwKPcCExj3AlVafSnrbsrf9J8NsBX8dnuiTnYVTxL.jpg" alt="Sound mixer on the live performance" title="Sound mixer on the live performance" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2fW1zkKDSvxpenHQex5NchvXwKPcCExj3AlVafSnrbsrf9J8NsBX8dnuiTnYVTxL.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>Having first risen to fame as the keyboardist and vocalist for Subarashika, YUYAKESHIWASU (an anagram of Yusuke Hayashi) has established himself as a dynamic solo force. As a true multi-instrumentalist, he plays guitar, bass, drums, and more—handling all aspects of recording, mixing, and music video production himself.<figure id="figure-4rveozn5som2bsjy9e"><img id="4rveozn5som2bsjy9e" src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/10Chz9jgevvk5df6edXGJOv9hFDQ768sb3frpKUa5qsXEdZNXwAtD2Hd6Cdjxn9r.jpg" alt="Half length portrait of trendy female millennial in electronic spectacles looking at camera during time for listening audio book and walk in metropolitan downtown, generation z in earphones" title="Half length portrait of trendy female millennial in electronic spectacles looking at camera during time for listening audio book and walk in metropolitan downtown, generation z in earphones" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/covers/10Chz9jgevvk5df6edXGJOv9hFDQ768sb3frpKUa5qsXEdZNXwAtD2Hd6Cdjxn9r.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure> <a data-mce-href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0oxy6g2gdtrD8fr54prexV" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0oxy6g2gdtrD8fr54prexV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rock 'n' Roll Cult</a> is available now on digital, with physical LPs and 7-inch singles continuing YUYAKESHIWASU's tradition of vinyl releases. Stay tuned for more from this genre-defying artist.<figure id="figure-itpcvuz4vm2bskwoe"><img id="itpcvuz4vm2bskwoe" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/20SapOYejnXenrfztKeOoCQ6hqXjKv25som5B4YJrFY1BDHcE571UJnz5lRd4KrA.jpg" alt="Light Speed, Faster Technology." title="Light Speed, Faster Technology." class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/20SapOYejnXenrfztKeOoCQ6hqXjKv25som5B4YJrFY1BDHcE571UJnz5lRd4KrA.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: center center;"></figure>YUYAKESHIWASU LATEST EVENTS:November 6: Shimokitazawa CLUB QUEWouldn't It Be Nice featuring Yuyakeshiwasu &amp; Swlabrs, Who Do You Love, Keiichi Sogabe DJs: Carol I!, FUMIYAMAUCHI November 24: Higashi Koenji U.F.O.CLUBRock'n'Roll Cult Completion Live featuring Yuyakeshiwasu &amp; Swlabrs DJ: Samut Nobe (Les Khmers) &nbsp;

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