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John Greenwood sits down with Bite Me Bambi frontwoman Tahlena Chikami to chat about the band's new album, Eat This, and their upcoming appearance at Berkeley’s Doll Fest.
The 100 Greatest Punk Rock CDs of all time.
Dick Slaughter takes a deep dive into Knuckleheadz Band’s now-infamous McDonald’s show, which has caught the attention of mainstream media. Featuring exclusive, never-before-seen photos from competitive mixed martial artist, Punk Rock Fight Club member, and photographer The Real Deal Flacko. Watch the full uncut video, check out the official music video, and read an interview with Knucklehead Tom. Plus, links to the KTLA 5 news segment and info on upcoming shows (not at McDonald’s—probably).
Your girl at the rail talks about her top 5 most anticipated albums for the start of the new year.
Aggro or Die!, Cult of The Space Skull, The Meteors, EKG and Detroit 442 on a Saturday night.
Chris Estrada describes his upcoming stand-up event at the Punk Rock Museum, and answers the age-old question: What’s so funny about punk rock?
Punk Rock Record Reviews: The Best of 2025 Part One.
Punk In The Park invades Chandler, Arizona, with an incredible lineup featuring Bad Religion, Pennywise, Face to Face, Strung Out, The Casualties, The Adolescents, Guttermouth, Manic Hispanic, Catbite, The Dwarves, Cigar, The Last Gang, and The Implants—so far. But Paul Rotzler seems more preoccupied with the beer.
Dick Slaughter takes us through a year in review, showcasing his favorite photos and collaborations. Featuring more than 24 striking images, including Glen Matlock, Peter Vukmirovic Stevens, Penny Rimbaud, Bob Vylan, Carol Hodge, Steve Ignorant, Dick Lucas of Subhumans, Arrow de Wilde of Starcrawler, Punk Rock Bowling, Bass Wolf and Guitar Wolf, Snugs of Madness, Showtime and Tom of KnuckleHeadz Band, Sam King of Codefendants, N8NOFACE, Mosswood Meltdown, Cindy Wilson of The B-52s, the Pope of Trash John Waters, Papi Churro and Meat Flap, Rebellion Festivals, SVETLANAS, Sten Gun of Convict Class, Ralph Champagne (AKA Blag Dahlia of The Dwarves), Lily Hopkins of The Meffs, T.V. Smith, Andy Scott of The Sweet, 90WYSE, Duck Meyers, Gee Vaucher, Kathleen Hanna of Bikini Kill, Fat Mike of NOFX, Adam Gomez of The Dickies, Dirt Box Disco, crowd surfers, trading cards in mouths, and, of course, a bum.
Ratas En Zelo wrap up their 2025 California tour in San Jose with Philthy Dronez and The Hellas.
One Man Underground trawls his phone to find ten of his favourite gig photos from 2024…
Punk Rock Bowling 2025 spotlight, the bottom of the roster.
People the world over gather annually in Gloucestershire, England to chase a wheel of cheese down a hill. One Man Underground answered the call…
Lorrain Cater is on the rail at Rebellion Festivals once again, this time for the Cockney Rejects, featuring captivating photography by Peter Mcdonell, Phil Thorns, and Dick Slaughter.
In Spite Magazine, Proudly Presents CAT by Lob.
Paul Holstein’s top 100 punk rock photos of 2024.
John Greenwood took his girlfriend to the Mystic Theater in Petaluma, CA, to see Fishbone, Bite Me Bambi, Strawberry Fuzz, and Damage—but by the end of the night, he almost lost her to Fishbone’s electrifying frontman, Angelo Moore. Find out how the night unfolded and who truly stole the show!
Phil Thorns counts down his favorite gig photos of 2024, featuring Wonk Unit, Nile Rodgers with CHIC, Soft Play, Richard Hawley, Electric Eel Shock, Bob Vylan, Sham 69, The Stranglers, The Skinner Brothers, and the Buzzcocks in The Devil's Arse.
Punk Rock Record Reviews: The Best of 2024, Part Fourteen. Including Dirtnap, AG3, Bad Nerves, Assistert Sjolmord, Vice Squad, and more.
One Man Underground guides us through his final day at the Rebellion Festival, featuring a phenomenal lineup including The Satellites, Convict Class, Rumkicks, Blyth Power, The Dollheads, Meryl Streek, Johnny Echols and Love, and Andy Scott with The Sweet
Fireworks at a Bad Beat Show. Another hardcore matinee at Edgemen Printing in Clinton Township Michigan.
Niyaz Pirani gives us a rundown on the upcoming Bonnaroo 2025 lineup.
Lorraine Carter pens a heartfelt love letter to Stiff Little Fingers and punk rock, accompanied by brilliant photos from Phil Thorns and Dick Slaughter.
Goody James speaks to Drug Store Raid about their debut album, “Background Music For Family Arguments.”
Easy Action / Against The Grain Finish off The Sanctuary 10th Anniversary weekend.
The Bouncing Souls host the 10th Annual Home for the Holidays 2024 with three days of amazing bands.
Top 50 punk rock releases of 2024.
We asked the In Spite Magazine family to share their top ten performances of 2024, and these are the ones that made it in by the deadline. Featuring iconic acts like NOFX, Iggy Pop, Subhumans, Devo, and so many more, this list highlights an incredible year of live music. But it begs the question: who didn’t make the cut? Let us know who we missed!
Phil Thorns takes in The Brian Jonestown Massacre and Les Big Byrd at Manchester’s Albert Hall.