This Week’s Punk Vinyl Radar: Ramones, Reel Big Fish, Guttermouth
Welcome to this week’s installment of the Dying Scene Record Radar. For those tuning in for the first time, thank you for joining us! This column is your go-to for all things punk rock vinyl, from new releases to reissues. So kick back, grab a drink, and get ready to check out some awesome records.
Kicking off this week’s Record Radar is Borderlines, a fantastic pop-punk band with their latest 4-song 7″ EP titled “REPAIR KIT,” available now on Mom’s Basement Records. This release comes in three color variants, each limited to just 100 copies. Don’t miss out on this one!
If you weren’t quick enough to catch the mid-week Record Radar Alert, Enjoy the Ride Records recently dropped double LP Deluxe Editions of Reel Big Fish’s albums “Why Do They Rock So Hard?” and “Cheer Up!” These reissues feature remastered tracks, bonus content, and beautiful gatefold sleeves. Hurry as they are selling out fast!
As Record Store Day approaches, there are some exciting releases for punk collectors. The reissue of Ramones’ iconic live album “Loco Live” on red and blue vinyl is a must-have. Get ready for a blast from the past with Guttermouth’s reissue of “Gorgeous” and Teenage Bottlerocket’s “Total” reissue, setting the tone for some epic vinyl finds.
Save April 4th for the release of not one but two killer albums by Montreal skate punk band Dutch Nuggets. Their 2013 album “Nervous Wreck” and their upcoming record “Fishbowl’d” will be available for pre-order soon, so mark your calendars!
PunchCard has signed with Felony Records for the release of their album “Soap Box Hero,” set to drop on February 22nd. Check out their lead single “Stealing My Identity” for a taste of what’s to come. Boss’ Daughter and Big Time team up for a split 7″ release, while DustyWax Records plans a reissue of 88 Fingers Louie and Kid Dynamite’s 1999 split, so stay tuned for more updates.
The Queers’ debut album “Grow Up” gets a long-awaited repress, featuring the original mixes from 1990. Heart Attack Man announces their new record “Joyride the Pale Horse,” following on the success of their previous album “Freak of Nature.” Ska fans rejoice as Westbound Train’s “Come and Get It” album receives its first-ever vinyl release, complete with bonus tracks and new cover art.
German melodic punks The Heart Punches drop their debut album on Gunner Records, which promises to be a standout release of the year. And for all the ska lovers out there, The Slackers have a new 12″ single titled “My Last Star” on the way, so keep your eyes peeled for this one.
That wraps up this week’s edition of the Record Radar. Stay tuned for more punk vinyl updates and releases coming your way soon.