In Spite of everything the modern music industry has become, Mosswood Meltdown remains a fiercely independent celebration of punk, art, and outsider culture. With performances from Pavement, Iggy Pop, Bikini Kill, Otoboke Beaver, The Dead Milkmen, and more, plus John Waters, Peaches Christ's Punk Pride, and a weekend built on community instead of corporate sponsorship. Mosswood consistently proves that the underground is where the real magic happens. Featuring photos by Dick Slaughter with new previously un-released photos of Iggy Pop and Bikini Kill,

Human Issue offers listeners an examination of our complacency in vice and the cycle we craft as we try to give it meaning.

Pop Punk, Ska, and OI! Boss BBQ with The Bad-Ups, Bad Assets, and The Old Breed.

In Spite Magazine Proudly Presents CAT by Lob, Installment Seven.

This month, 1MU discusses 3 legends in their own rights - of hip-hop (Mike D in London), of horror cinema (Dario Argento’s personal museum), and of making a complete racket (Merzbow in London)…

In Spite of freezing weather, the Scarborough Punk Festival 2026 delivered another unforgettable weekend of punk rock. With standout sets from Yur Mum, Hung Like Hanratty, Booze & Glory, The Casualties, Chaos 8, Chelsea, UK Subs, and The Anti-Nowhere League, the festival proved once again that great music, great people, and a few pints can overcome just about anything.

Punk Rock Record Reviews: The Best of 2026, Part Eight with The Dwarves, Worthington’s Law, Manic Hispanic, Iron Reagan, and more.

Luicidal, “The OG’s of Suicidal Tendencies” at Smalls Bar with Detroit 442, The Lowcocks, and Sushi.

All-ages shows in LA are hitting an all-time high, with teen bands from OC and beyond bringing the energy and culture to a new level.

The second half documenting 1MU’s trip to noisy, radical Birmingham, with reviews of Guttersnipe, Bong II, Microplastics, and more…

A farewell tour decades in the making, Cabaret Voltaire's stop in San Francisco was a powerful reminder of why the band remains one of the most influential and forward-thinking acts in electronic music history. From pioneering audiovisual performances and shaping the foundations of techno-industrial music to inspiring generations of artists and fans, the group's legacy was on full display in a set that balanced innovation, nostalgia, and raw energy. As original members Chris Watson and Stephen Mallinder bring the Cabaret Voltaire story to a close, this final chapter celebrates a band that was always years ahead of its time.

Tied Down Detroit 2026 Day #2 w/Carry On, Angel Du$t, Bad Beat, Skinhead, Pig Pen, Warthog, D-BLOC, The Sissy Boys and more.

Tied Down Detroit 2026 Pre-Show #2 with 100 Demons, Rotting Out, Death Before Dishonor, Division of Mind, The Killer and more.

Jerkazoids new album gives us something to think about.

Part contemporary classical composition, part electronic experiment, A/B finds Ensemble Ex Materia balancing tradition and innovation across two compelling tracks. It's a release that rewards listeners willing to follow it into unfamiliar territory.

A personal and passionate review of Rebellion Festival 2025, with reflections on mental health, loss, resilience, and the healing power of live music. Lorraine Carter takes you through three unforgettable days of punk rock, highlighting standout performances from female-fronted bands, North East punk legends, and festival favorites, while celebrating the sense of community that makes Rebellion more than just a music festival.

Tied Down Detroit 2026 Day #1 w/Bayway, Kruelty, Shattered Realm, End It, Peeling Flesh, Pain of Truth, Walls of Jericho, Negative Approach, Nails, Never Ending Game, Terror, Blood For Blood and more.

Tied Down Detroit 2026 Pre-Show #1 w/Youth Of Today, Restraining Order, Build and Destroy, Madman, and WMD.

This month, 1MU sits in on a stilt-walking Japanese busker, and a man literally eating his words…

Punk Rock Record Reviews: The Best of 2026, Part Seven with Hebert & The Boys, Cittizins, Acidez, Nashville Pussy, Poise, Subversive Intent, The Sleights, Western Addiction, XCOMM and more!