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Alkaline Trio Releases First of Trio, ‘Oblivion’ Alkaline Trio unleash “Oblivion,” their first new music since January’s blistering LP Blood, Hair, and Eyeballs, and their first studio recording to feature new drummer Atom Willard. Produced by none other than Travis Barker of Blink-182 fame, “Oblivion” marks a new chapter in...
The Adventure Before The Adventure… Domestic Allegations of Laura Jane Grace & The Trauma Tropes Ahead of Album Release On the eve of Adventure Club, the debut album from Laura Jane Grace and the Trauma Tropes, an explosive and deeply personal domestic dispute between frontwoman Laura Jane Grace and...
Panic Shack Opens the Door to Thier Debut Album Cardiff’s Panic Shack are gearing up to shake things up—and not just their pun-adorned track titles—with tomorrow’s release of their debut full-length. The album lands on the heels of their explosive new single “Pockets,” a dancing punk banger that domes the...
Laura Jane Grace Prepares for Another ‘Adventure’ w. Trauma Laura Jane Grace roars into a new chapter of punk defiance and personal reinvention as Adventure Club — the long-anticipated album from Laura Jane Grace in The Trauma Tropes — arrives Friday, July 18, via Polyvinyl Record Co. But before the...
Kerosene Heights Says “Forget it” Before New Album is Released Just weeks after announcing their sophomore LP Blame It On The Weather, which will be released from Side One Dummy Records on August 15th. North Carolina’s Kerosene Heights have unleashed another emotional gut-punch with their latest single, “Forget It.” The...
Lizzy & the Triggermen Take Their Timeless Tunes on Tour They Call It Jazz, But It Feels Like Crime. Slip on your glad rags and dust off your dancing shoes — the razzle-dazzle is returning to town, courtesy of Lizzy & the Triggermen, Los Angeles’ most thrilling swing sensation. Transporting...
Experience the Harmony: Cotati Accordion Festival ’25 I bring you news so delightful, so harmonically intriguing, it may cause a gentle tapping of the feet and an overwhelming desire to perhaps learn a new folk dance at dusk. The gathering, dear friends –The Cotati Accordion Festival 2025– is nearly upon...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Desert Dissonance: Dance Gavin Dance Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas, NV (6/21/25) Oh, Las Vegas– equal parts questionable decisions and dazzling possibilities. And on this particular desert eve, our particularly potent pre-show espresso pointed me directly to the heart of the LINQ district, a place so delightfully, almost aggressively, pleasant it...
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...
This multi-award-winning musical revue, steeped in the vibrant allure of the Harlem Renaissance, promises an unforgettable journey back to the Jazz Age, complete with live music, electrifying dance, and the poetic genius of Langston Hughes. After Midnight, which runs from August 5th to August 24th, 2025, at The 5th Avenue...
Mollie Elizabeth Unveils “Dirty Blonde” EP: A Vintage Femme Revelation The airwaves of Racketeer Radio KFQX are buzzing with the sophisticated swagger of a new sensation! Washington State’s own Mollie Elizabeth, the captivating 21-year-old artist, has just unleashed her highly anticipated debut EP, ‘Dirty Blonde,’ on June 27th via Neon...
Fishbone Rages On with ‘Stockholm Syndrome’ The wait is finally over! On Friday, June 27th, 2025, the legendary, genre-bending pioneers Fishbone dropped their highly anticipated ninth studio album, ‘Stockholm Syndrome.’ This blistering return to form marks their first full-length LP in over two decades, and it’s already proving to be...
Carry the 9 Fills the Void with “Empty Walls” For fans of classic 90s melodic punk, California’s own Carry the 9 has delivered another compelling track. The band officially released their third new single of the year, “Empty Walls,” on Friday, June 27, 2025. The song dives deep into the...
Stella Cole Announces Anticipated Album ‘It’s Magic’ & Releases “Till There Was You,” The world of timeless melodies and classic charm is set to be captivated by a new voice! Today, Friday, June 27, 2025, 26-year-old vocalist Stella Cole – already hailed as a “rising star vocalist” – has officially released...
Twenty Years of Apple Podcasts: Love the Ear A Special Commemorative Dispatch Bewildered brethren of the airwaves! Gather ‘round, pour yourselves a rather potent, ethically ambiguous beverage, and prepare to confront a truth as blinding as a desert sunrise after a three-day bender: it’s been two decades since Apple...
A New Look at a Legend: “Willie and Jimmy Dean” Explores James Dean’s Private Life, Following in the Footsteps of Past Biopics The enduring enigma of James Dean, the quintessential rebel of American cinema, is once again poised for a fresh cinematic exploration. A new biopic, “Willie and Jimmy Dean,”...
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