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The Planet Smashers Want to See You 'On the Dancefloor' After three decades of brass-blasted euphoria, ska-punk mischief, and relentless positivity, Montreal’s legendary The Planet Smashers have done it again. Their new single “Meet Me On The Dancefloor”, out now with a vibrant video and full summer swagger, is more than just a nostalgic nod to their roots—it's a full-throttle invitation to move, laugh, rebel, and feel. The single sets […]
Tami Neilson and Her 'Neon Cowgirl' Shines Bright Some dreams haunt you. Others hold your hand for a lifetime — flickering just out of reach until, one day, the light finally shines your way. For Tami Neilson, that light takes the shape of a neon cowgirl glowing above Broadway in downtown Nashville — a familiar figure to generations of country dreamers, but for Tami, she’s something more. She’s a symbol. […]
Jon Batiste Shows us 'Big Money' and It's Money! Jon Batiste isn’t interested in doing what’s expected — not by the industry, not by genre conventions, and certainly not by the legacy he’s already cemented. Coming off the classical-jazz fusion of 2024’s Beethoven Blues, and riding high from an Oscar, multiple Grammys, and a stint as musical director for The Late Show, Batiste now pivots into uncharted territory with Big […]
Bad Cop Bad Cop Turn Tragedy Into Triumph with 'Lighten Up' “Life is hard, but it’s still beautiful.” That’s the mantra behind Lighten Up, the electrifying fourth full-length from SoCal’s unstoppable punk force Bad Cop Bad Cop—and it’s more than just a record. It’s a riotous, heartfelt, brutally honest celebration of survival, sisterhood, and Sunday morning Prosecco-fueled songwriting sessions. The band—vocalist-guitarist Stacey Dee, bassist-vocalist Linh Le, drummer-vocalist Myra Gallarza, and […]
Fat Wreck Chords Sells Catalog to Hopeless Records — But This Isn’t a Goodbye In a move that’s sending ripples through the punk rock world, legendary independent label Fat Wreck Chords has officially sold its entire back catalog to Hopeless Records, one of the most prominent labels in the modern punk and alt-rock scene. But this isn’t a typical sale — it’s a bold and surprising act of solidarity with […]
END IT Commences With Debut LP ‘Wrong Side Of Heaven’ Baltimore’s hardcore heavyweights End It are back — louder, sharper, and more dangerous than ever. With their long-awaited debut full-length Wrong Side of Heaven, dropping August 29 on Flatspot Records, the band lights a righteous fire under the genre, delivering 15 blistering tracks forged from truth, fury, and raw lived experience. If you’ve been anywhere near a pit in the […]
Stealing Music & Bombing the World Spotify, transformed how we listen to music and podcasts— It has been the leading streaming audio platform for years now, but at what cost? Beneath its slick app lies a stark reality: artists receive meager payouts, algorithmic favoritism favors majors, and CEO Daniel Ek is channeling platform-generated revenue into controversial defense tech. investments. Increasingly, voices across the music world argue: it’s time to merge off—abandon […]
Summer Of Discontent Tour Coming to the PNW And Raketeer Radio KFQX has your General Admission Pass to the Dune Peninsula in Tacoma to this 'can't miss' show! Get ready for one of the most electrifying punk rock tours of the summer as Dropkick Murphys, Bad Religion, and The Mainliners unite for the highly anticipated Summer of Discontent Tour — a high-octane, coast-to-coast punk pilgrimage that fans won't want to […]
Dave Hause Announces "...and the Mermaid", Releasing first Single, 'Enough Hope" Racketeer Radio faithful! Acclaimed Philadelphia-bred singer-songwriter Dave Hause announces the release of his seventh solo album, '...And The Mermaid,' available September 26, 2025, via Blood Harmony Records (USA) and SBAM Records (EU). This isn't just another album; it's a defiant roar, a powerful rock record, and the sound of a seasoned artist rediscovering the electrifying joy of a true […]
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Rag Doll The Alpha Rhythm Kings
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Who'll Stand With Us? Dropkick Murphys
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BIG MONEY Jon Batiste
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Chesterfields and Aftershave Dropkick Murphys
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Enough Hope Dave Hause
