Sun Is Out Set Course for "Next Stop" – A High-Energy Evolution of Pop-Punk Power

San Diego’s own Sun Is Out, fresh off the widespread acclaim of their debut album The Waves Of Time, are gearing up to deliver their next exhilarating chapter: the 5-track EP, Next Stop. If The Waves Of Time was the definitive introduction to their sun-drenched, rebellious spirit, Next Stop is the turbo-charged follow-up, showcasing a band confident, dynamic, and pushing their signature sound to new heights.

From the very first note, Next Stop throws listeners into a vibrant world of crunchy guitars, pounding rhythms, and hooks that stick like superglue. The EP kicks off with a bang, setting the tone with an undeniable, fist-in-the-air pop-punk anthem "Real Again" that immediately reminds you why Sun Is Out are the real deal – loud, catchy, and brimming with the energy of a sweaty basement show in the height of summer. This isn't just a return; it's a statement.

As the journey continues, Sun Is Out proves they’re not content to rest on their laurels. Tracks like "Wrong Side Of Right" catapult the band into an entirely new sonic universe, blending blazing melodic indie rock with their pop-punk core. It's an anthem that hits hard, both sonically and lyrically, exploring the relatable struggle of trying to fit into a new scene without losing yourself – a hopeless mission, perhaps, but one that fuels some of their most emotionally charged work to date. Expect massive hooks, raw emotion, and an unshakeable energy that demands a spot on every playlist that matters.

The EP further ignites with "Stuck On You," a blast of alt-skate rock at its finest. Screaming guitars, a relentless bassline, and punchy drums lay the foundation for a hook you’ll be shouting back before you even realize it. Lyrically, it’s a magnetic exploration of those fleeting yet unforgettable connections, proving once again why Sun Is Out are rapidly rising from San Diego’s sun-soaked scene to playlists and airwaves worldwide, embodying youth, freedom, and rebellion turned all the way up.

"Late Again" keeps the fire burning, a fast, full-throttle pop-punk banger that feels like the soundtrack to running late for everything that matters. Big guitars, a pulsing bassline, drums that refuse to sit still, and shout-along vocals seal the deal. It’s raw, it’s loud, and it's everything you want from a modern pop-punk anthem – polished just enough to shine, but gritty enough to hit you right in the chest, proving Sun Is Out are far more than a nostalgic throwback; they are the restless, sun-soaked sound of now.

Rounding out the EP is the latest single, "Runaway Radio" – a quintessential Sun Is Out pop-punk single that consolidates everything fans have come to love about the band. This EP is a testament to their relentless drive, capturing the essence of youth, freedom, and rebellion—fueled by sun, sea, and palm trees. Having already landed on major Apple Music playlists globally and graced radio stations in Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK, and the USA, Sun Is Out's Next Stop is poised to solidify their status as a force to be reckoned with. Get ready for a high-energy ride through emotion, reflection, and the electric pulse of growing up free, loud, and unapologetic.

Sun Is Out - Next Stop

Uitwaaien – One Way (Album)
💥 Out December 19, 2025 💥

New York’s hardcore juggernaut Uitwaaien comes roaring back with One Way — a full-length statement that hits like a brick to the face and never lets up. Eight tracks. Zero compromise. All heart, sweat, and fury.

If their last record Beneath The Surface cracked the pavement, One Way sets it on fire. This is Uitwaaien evolved — faster, tighter, more direct, yet heavier in spirit than ever before. The band leans into the ferocious groove of mid-to-late ’80s hardcore — Gang Green, Murphy’s Law, D.R.I. — but filters it through a distinctly modern lens: crisp production, urgent hooks, and lyrics that stare straight into the chaos of now.

From the unflinching rage of Control Is A Lie to the blazing defiance of Burning Bright, from the slow-burning heaviness of Hey, You Still There? to the high-velocity blast of Glass In The Rearview, the singles alone prove why Uitwaaien are one of the most vital new voices in hardcore. But it’s the new cuts — Spit It Out, Paper Shields, Where Did I Go?, and the explosive closer Short Fuse, Long Day — that complete the picture. Each track feels like a punch, a purge, and a purpose.

Lyrically, One Way is as personal as it is political — disillusionment, exhaustion, resistance, and the stubborn will to keep moving forward even when every road seems blocked. It’s about the fight that never ends — the internal one, the social one, the one that defines what it means to still care in a world gone numb.

Fueled by basement sweat, late-night arguments, and the sound of a band with nothing left to prove but everything left to say, Uitwaaien have crafted their most focused, ferocious record yet.

No detours. No apologies.
This is hardcore as motion. This is One Way.

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About the bands name.
Uitwaaien pronounce as: out-vahyn
Uitwaaien is a word origin from the Dutch language and means: to go out in windy weather, particularly into nature or a park, as a means of refreshing oneself and clearing one's mind
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Uitwaaien - One Way

!Paul (pronounced ipaul) Unveils ‘Unfold’: A Masterpiece of Musical Evolution and Profound Introspection.

Prepare for an unparalleled sonic journey as !Paul, the exceptionally talented producer and composer presents his highly anticipated second album: Unfold. Following the success of his acclaimed debut album "Home," which captivated critics and listeners alike with its delicate balance between dance and classical genres, !Paul now shatters boundaries and reveals a sound that is both innovative and deeply personal.

"Home" was an intimate, piano-centric album that gently guided you to a place of comfort. "Unfold," however, is a bold step forward, an album that invites the listener on a journey of inner discovery and boundless experimentation. This album is a testament to !Paul's fearlessness in evolving, venturing into uncharted musical territories, and expanding his already rich palette of modern classical, new age, neo-classical, lo-fi, and dream pop.

With nine compelling singles as a prelude, !Paul has already offered the world a taste of the depth and breadth of "Unfold." From the daring, oriental sounds of 'Personal Thoughts,' where acoustic guitar takes the lead instead of his signature piano, to the cinematic, dreamy piano melodies of 'Excited' and 'The Search,' which transport you to a world of beauty and freedom.

But "Unfold" is more than just a collection of beautiful melodies; it is an album that speaks to the soul, where !Paul effortlessly connects music and title. Such as in 'New Day,' where downtempo, chillout, and indie dance influences herald a fresh start, or in 'She Whispers,' where an enchanting piano and a gentle voice guide you through life's chaos.

The album delves deeper into the human experience with introspective pieces like 'As It Is,' capturing a moment of focused serenity, and 'Self-reflection,' a pure example of musical art that transforms depth, silence, and thoughtfulness into sound. And then there's 'Nowhere Fast,' a track that invites you to wander, daydream, and find peace in the 'in-between.' Even the ode to friendship, 'Friends 4 Life,' is infused with !Paul's characteristic dreamy piano lines.

The musical journey culminates in the previously unreleased 'Echoes.' This closing track opens with the typical !Paul piano sound, underpinned by a deeper synth layer that keeps you engaged without drowning out his exquisite piano playing. Is it his own echo he hears, are they the footsteps of his own past resonating? It's an open ending that simultaneously offers peace, a perfect representation of the momentum in !Paul's existence.

"Unfold" is not just an album; it is an invitation to grow, reflect, and embrace. It is the sound of an artist fully at home in his craft, a gift that Toan Madritsch, the creative force behind !Paul, shares with unprecedented grace and profound depth. Allow yourself to be carried away by the layering, the emotion, and the unparalleled musicality of !Paul’s 'Unfold'.

!Paul - Unfold

Bastian Pen, lead singer of the band Tricklebolt, steps into new creative territory with a fresh project under the moniker Baba Pen. Collaborating with a group of talented friends, they form Baba Pen & The Bim Bam Band, a collective destined to make waves. Their debut album, set for release on October 10, 2025, blends 60s-inspired psychedelic rock with hints of folk and cosmic country, all wrapped in the lush, intricate production style of Jonathan Wilson.

The first single, "I Can't See You Cry," introduces Baba Pen as the new spiritual leader from the East. This track unfolds like a medieval love story gone awry, with its unconventional chord progressions leading us through baroque-inspired garden passages. But as the chorus kicks in, the song takes a turn, signaling that things are unraveling within the love-stricken walls.

Featuring members from Grand East, Money and the Man, Tricklebolt, and Jimmy Diamond, is "I Can't See You Cry" a captivating taste of what’s to come, offering a glimpse into the diverse sonic landscape of Baba Pen & The Bim Bam Band. It's a brilliant first step into an album that promises to explore the many shades of Baba Pen's musical world.

Baba Pen & The Bim Bam Band - I Can't See You Cry

London’s Song 1 couldn’t care less about being original. Or about what you think. Their music? A shameless tribute to everything they’ve ever loved — from 90s alt-rock to 00s indie anthems and back again. They’re not copying, they’re honouring. Not stealing, but levelling up. Not reinventing the wheel, just flooring the gas pedal.

Rooms Without Names kicks off with a deliciously groovy bassline and an off-kilter drumbeat that fits the track like a glove. The vocals are given all the space they deserve, while the guitars weave in and out, keeping everything wide open and full of air.

And then there’s the chorus — so catchy it feels instantly familiar, like a song you've known for years. Before you know it, you’re singing along.

Halfway through, the track builds into a bold bridge that hits with the kind of impact you’ve come to expect from Song 1’s previous two singles — only to seamlessly slide right back into the vibe laid out from the very first notes.

Not curious yet? Hit play. You’ll get it the moment you hear it.

Song 1 - Rooms Without Names

The Indie Pea – Electric Bloom

With Electric Bloom, The Indie Pea unveil their most vibrant single yet — a radiant showcase of growth in both songwriting and composition.

From the very first notes, it's clear: this is a band hitting its creative stride. The signature elements are all here — blooming piano, sweeping strings, soaring vocals, glistening guitars — but this time, everything breathes wider and shines brighter. There’s a clarity and freshness to Electric Bloom that feels like a new season breaking through.

Campbell Anderson’s vocals float effortlessly above layered arrangements that are both intricate and immediate — like a kite held aloft by a storm of melody. It’s a sound that’s lush, considered, and undeniably alive.

As the third release from their upcoming EP (due October 17), Electric Bloom cements The Indie Pea as one of the most exciting acts in indie orchestral pop today. Grand yet grounded, this is music that blooms in every sense of the word.

The Indie Pea - Electric Bloom

After eleven singles, over half a million streams on Apple Music, and airplay around the globe, the wait is finally over: June Rest drops their highly anticipated debut album Small Wins. Twelve tracks packed with punchy guitars, massive hooks, and lyrics that hit as hard in the heart as they do in the ears.

Small Wins is a celebration of the little victories in a world that often spins too fast. From the raw drive of Lost In Lies to the hopeful yet bittersweet closer — and album focus single — Chasing Change, June Rest prove they’re not afraid to let vulnerability and power live in the same breath.

Their sound? Crunchy mid-tempo guitars, drums wound tight as a drumhead, and sing-along choruses that stick from the first play. Think pop-punk with the emotional weight of 2000s alt-rock and a fresh urgency that makes the genre feel razor-sharp again.

With Small Wins, June Rest show they’re ready to leap from the underground to the big stage. No gimmicks, no gloss — just honest, unfiltered songs that feel like they were written just for you.

June Rest - No Words Needed

June Rest - Lost In Lies

The wait is over: Please Don’t Go is here. This first single of their new chapter shows Moving Into Tucson at their most urgent and confident yet. A track that balances raw emotion with sparkling melodies, it’s a heartfelt plea wrapped in the kind of indie rock anthem you’ll want on repeat. With this release, the Amsterdam band kicks off the road toward their upcoming album All Dressed Up (2026). Big hooks, bigger ambition — and a sound that’s ready for the bigger stage.

Moving Into Tucson have never stood still. From the raw immediacy of their debut Distraction, to the anthemic heights of People Of The World, and the unexpected treasures of Gems Left Behind—each chapter has been a step forward, a sharpening of sound and vision.

Now comes the leap.
“All Dressed Up” (release 2026) isn’t just an album title—it’s a statement. A signal flare. The sound of a band ready to claim the bigger stage they’ve always been destined for.

First single, "Please Don't Go" sets the tone: bold, urgent, unshakably alive. It’s Moving Into Tucson at their most melodic, their most dynamic, and their most universal—without losing the raw edge that made them impossible to ignore in the first place.

This is the beginning of a new era. Moving Into Tucson, all dressed up—and going everywhere.

Moving Into Tucson - Please Don't Go

Shadows in Motion moves like a half-lit dream — a drifting pulse where light bends into shadow, and shadow into sound. Every beat feels like a step through the unknown, a fleeting glimpse of something just out of reach. It’s not about finding clarity, but about surrendering to the in-between.

As the ninth and final single leading up to the second album Moments Between (out November 14), Shadows in Motion shows Pillek at his most trip-hop-leaning. Built on downtempo beats and wrapped in an atmospheric, psychedelic haze, the track weaves in elements of hip-hop, soul, and jazz. And then there’s that smooth trumpet line — gliding effortlessly through the mix, giving the track its fluid charm.

The voice of Kaya fits seamlessly, like a velvet blanket around the arrangement, adding warmth and depth to the drifting textures. Meanwhile, the foundation of the track carries Pillek’s signature playfulness: “The beats, man… I just kept messing around — adding, stripping, layering again. At some point you have to stop and say: okay, this is it. It’s not perfect, but the imperfection is what gives the song its character.”

With Shadows in Motion, Pillek closes the single run for Moments Between on a hypnotic note — mysterious yet soothing, imperfect yet alive.

Pillek - Shadows In Motion

A Better Place – Light In The Sea EP

With Light In The Sea, A Better Place pull all the threads together. Across four tracks, the band proves why they’ve quickly become one of the most exciting new voices in indie rock.

From the drizzly intimacy of debut single It Rains, to the dreamlike haze of Don’t Mind, and the heartfelt punch of Someday—already spinning on Amazing Radio UK—the songs carry the DNA of ’80s/’90s alt-indie greats like Polvo, Dinosaur Jr., Unwound, Sebadoh, Teenage Fanclub, and The Posies, but with a freshness that’s entirely their own.

New track Remember When completes the story: a slow-burner that starts with gentle guitars and relaxed vocals, before erupting into a midtempo surge of energy. It’s nostalgic and forward-looking all at once, a reminder of why this band resonates so deeply.

Radio stations in the UK, the Netherlands, the US, and Belgium are already tuned in, and live, A Better Place is the kind of band that wins you over in one set flat.

Light In The Sea isn’t just an EP—it’s a statement. Indie rock, recharged and reimagined.

A Better Place - It Rains

A Better Place - Remember When

The Indie Pea – Reflected Hearts

Some bands take years to find their voice. The Indie Pea needed only one.

After their acclaimed debut The Questions in April 2025, the Dayton-based band returns with Reflected Hearts — a five-track EP that feels less like a follow-up and more like a radiant leap forward. Where the album asked, this EP answers.

Across these songs, The Indie Pea refine their signature blend of shimmering indie rock and orchestral pop, carried by Campbell Anderson’s warm, unhurried vocals and the band’s seamless interplay of guitar, strings, and rhythm. It’s a sound that balances clarity and complexity, intimacy and scale.

From the searching pulse of Echoes And Answers to the reflective shimmer of Mirrored Days, the luminous rush of Electric Bloom, and the guiding calm of Heartbeat Guide, each track feels like a facet of the same story. The closing Cross Bridges ties it all together — a finale that looks both back and forward, capturing a year of rapid growth with unshakable confidence.

Reflected Hearts is more than a snapshot; it’s a statement. A band stepping into its own light, finding resonance in reflection, and proving that sometimes one year is all it takes.

The Indie Pea - Heartbeat Guide

The Indie Pea - Echoes And Answers

Baba Pen & The Bim Bam Band - New Neighbour

Baba Pen & The Bim Bam Band - The Immortal Gerard

Meet Public Divide — the new voice of Los Angeles punk rock. Founded by brothers Dylan Reeves (vocals) and Greg Reeves (guitar), the band channels the urgency of Bad Religion and the melodic punch of Face to Face into something built for 2026 and beyond.

Their debut single Borrowed Lies is a shot of pure adrenaline: razor-sharp guitars, relentless drums, and lyrics that cut straight through the noise of a fractured world. It’s a protest and a promise — calling out the false narratives we’re fed while refusing to back down.

With their first full-length album slated for 2026, Public Divide arrive not as imitators, but as torchbearers. Borrowed Lies isn’t just a song — it’s a warning flare. Loud, defiant, and impossible to ignore.

Public Divide - Borrowed Lies

Glass In The Rearview is Uitwaaien with the pedal slammed down — fast, sharp, and unapologetically urgent. Where their last single leaned heavy and unrelenting, this one trades weight for velocity: breakneck tempos, razor-cut riffs, and drums that don’t let up for a second.

Lyrically, it’s a road song scorched black — midnight highways, cracked glass, ghosts in the speakers, and no thought of slowing down. It’s hardcore as motion: restless, reckless, and alive.

As the final single before One Way drops on December 19, Glass In The Rearview is both a farewell and a warning shot. One last sprint before the full crash of the album hits.

The album One Way marks a slight shift in sound. Less rooted in early ’80s hardcore, it leans into the ferocious groove of the mid-to-late ’80s: think Gang Green, Murphy’s Law, D.R.I.—still raw, still raging, but tighter and more direct than ever.

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About the bands name.
Uitwaaien pronounce as: out-vahyn
Uitwaaien is a word origin from the Dutch language and means: to go out in windy weather, particularly into nature or a park, as a means of refreshing oneself and clearing one's mind
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Uitwaaien - Glass In The Rearview

With Moments Between, Amsterdam-based producer Pillek invites you into the quiet pulse that lives between days, seasons, and emotions — those fleeting fragments of time that slip past before you can name them. It’s the follow-up to his 2024 debut Birth, and a bold step forward: warmer, poppier, and more intricate, yet unmistakably Pillek.

Across ten tracks, Moments Between feels like a single, flowing breath — from the radiant simplicity of Grateful Vibes and the cinematic escapism of Holiday, to the tender pulse of Two Souls Apart and Happy Days. The record drifts effortlessly between chillout, electro-pop, and trip-hop, merging acoustic warmth with digital finesse.

Every song captures a snapshot of presence: Spring Is Here beams with sunlight after months of grey; Drift Mode lets you float without direction; Private Groove slips into jazzy nocturnal cool; and Summer’s Calling shimmers with tropical ease. By the time Shadows in Motion fades into Fading Lines, you’ve been taken somewhere both familiar and unplaceable — that soft blur where memory meets melody.

Built with the help of friends, vocalists, and instrumentalists, Moments Between is a deeply human record made with electronic tools — intimate, effortless, and alive.

☀️ Smooth rhythms. 🌙 Cinematic glow. 💫 Real emotion in an artificial age.
This is Moments Between — the sound of life as it happens.

Pillek - Drift Mode

Pillek - Summer's Calling

Pillek - Fading Lines

Pillek - Spring Is Here

TCBYML presents: Alt Songs

Some labels follow trends.
We follow instincts.

Alt Songs is the first TCBYML compilation to bring together everything that defines our current sound — a vibrant, uncompromising mix of indie, alternative, punk, and post-everything energy. Twelve bands, each distinct in tone and vision, yet bound by one shared truth: music that feels real.

From the melodic rush of Moving Into Tucson and the cinematic pulse of Amber Hotel, to the lo-fi storms of A Better Place and the hardcore intensity of Uitwaaien — this collection never sits still. It drifts through the wistful haze of Velcro Sunset, the fierce pulse of Death Sells, and the jagged charm of Song 1. It swells with the orchestral glow of The Indie Pea, the sharp hooks of June Rest, and the sunlit shimmer of Sun Is Out. Add the tense explosions of Shiverfield and the razor-edged urgency of Public Divide, and you get a portrait of where alternative music lives right now. This collection captures a moment in motion. — raw, restless, and utterly alive. The moment a label stopped curating genres and started following its gut.

Over the years, TCBYML has evolved from a broad platform into something much more personal — a close-knit community of artists who don’t just share a roster, but a belief: that sincerity beats polish, that imperfection can be power, and that a great song still matters more than anything.

Alt Songs isn’t just a playlist, it’s a pulse — the collective heartbeat of a label rediscovering what it truly loves. Each track is a chapter in that rediscovery: fierce, melodic, restless, and alive.

TCBYML isn’t a brand. It’s a family.
And this is our sound.

Featuring:
Velcro Sunset · Moving Into Tucson · Song 1 · A Better Place · Death Sells · Uitwaaien · Amber Hotel · Public Divide · The Indie Pea · June Rest · Sun Is Out · Shiverfield

TCBYML presents: Alt Songs
Twelve bands. One home. One truth.

Amber Hotel - Automatic Devotion

Shiverfield - Static Rain

Uitwaaien - My Story My Life

Velcro Sunset - Stuck

Moving Into Tucson - She Likes Me

Amber Hotel – Lean Closer EP

Step inside. The lights are low, the air is thick, and the night feels endless.
Welcome to Amber Hotel — five rooms, five stories, one descent into the heart of modern desire and disconnection.

Across Lean Closer, the Chicago-based trio turns post-punk and darkwave into a cinematic fever dream. It begins with Amber Hotel, a statement of intent — pulsing basslines, sharp guitars, and a voice that commands and confesses in the same breath. It’s not just a song; it’s an invitation. Check in, and let the walls start whispering.

From there, the descent deepens. Digital Ghost drifts through blue-light hauntings and broken connections. Automatic Devotion dances in obsession’s glow — seductive and claustrophobic all at once. Shadowed Face forces you to confront the version of yourself you’ve been hiding from, while Midnight’s Echo pulls you fully into the dark — a slow hypnosis where time dissolves and echoes replace memory.

Influenced by the timeless pulse of Bauhaus, The Cure, and She Wants Revenge, Lean Closer captures a world where emotion and machinery blur. Every track hums with the tension between control and surrender, reflection and release.

Amber Hotel isn’t nostalgia. It’s a mirror for now — flickering, dangerous, and alive.
Five songs. Five keys. One door you may not want to close again.

Welcome to Amber Hotel.
Check in. Lean closer. Don’t count on checking out.

Amber Hotel - Amber Hotel

Amber Hotel - Midnight's Echo

Velcro Sunset – Overdrive EP

Some bands burn slow. Velcro Sunset ignites on contact.

Hailing from Berkeley, California, these four lifelong friends have distilled every late-night skate session, every basement show, and every heartbreak into Overdrive — five tracks of pure pop-punk adrenaline. Fast, melodic, and full of heart, it’s the sound of friendship in motion and chaos that somehow feels like home.

From the frustrated rush of Stuck to the midnight defiance of City Bones, from the reckless confession of Backslide to the full-throttle freedom of Chasing Roads, each song feels like another mile marker on a ride you never want to end.

And then comes Kickturn Nights — the anthem that ties it all together. Fueled by blazing guitars, pounding drums, and gang vocals that sound like the whole city singing along, it’s Velcro Sunset at full speed: sweaty, grinning, unbreakable. The kind of track that makes you believe in forever, even if it only lasts three minutes.

Overdrive isn’t just an EP — it’s a snapshot of youth in motion. Five songs. Endless energy. No brakes.
Turn it up, lean in, and hold on tight.

Velcro Sunset are here, and they’re not slowing down.

Overdrive

Velcro Sunset - Backslide

A Life Of Sundays – Two Wheels, Same Fight

Straight out of Santa Barbara, California, A Life Of Sundays crash onto the scene with “Two Wheels, Same Fight” — a blistering debut single that reignites the golden age of skate punk for a new generation.

Think the melodic punch of Lagwagon and No Use For A Name, the conviction of Propagandhi, and the grit of modern torchbearers like The Menzingers, Red City Radio, and Off With Their Heads — all packed into two and a half minutes of breakneck hooks and defiant heart.

“Two Wheels, Same Fight” is an anthem for every restless soul who still believes in motion as resistance. With razor-tight guitars, lightning-fast drums, and gang vocals that beg to be shouted from a half-pipe, the track captures that timeless rush between rebellion and release.

Fueled by friendship, sweat, and zero pretense, A Life Of Sundays aren’t here to reinvent punk — they’re here to remind us why it mattered in the first place.
Their debut album is set for release in late 2026, but the fire starts now.

A Life Of Sundays. Two wheels. One fight. Let’s ride.

A Life Of Sundays - Two Wheels, Same Fight

Sun Is Out - Runaway Radio

Sun Is Out - Real Again

Sun Is Out - Wrong Side Of Right

Sun Is Out - Stuck On You

Sun Is Out - Late Again

Uitwaaien – One Way (Album)
💥 Out December 19, 2025 💥

New York’s hardcore juggernaut Uitwaaien comes roaring back with One Way — a full-length statement that hits like a brick to the face and never lets up. Eight tracks. Zero compromise. All heart, sweat, and fury.

If their last record Beneath The Surface cracked the pavement, One Way sets it on fire. This is Uitwaaien evolved — faster, tighter, more direct, yet heavier in spirit than ever before. The band leans into the ferocious groove of mid-to-late ’80s hardcore — Gang Green, Murphy’s Law, D.R.I. — but filters it through a distinctly modern lens: crisp production, urgent hooks, and lyrics that stare straight into the chaos of now.

From the unflinching rage of Control Is A Lie to the blazing defiance of Burning Bright, from the slow-burning heaviness of Hey, You Still There? to the high-velocity blast of Glass In The Rearview, the singles alone prove why Uitwaaien are one of the most vital new voices in hardcore. But it’s the new cuts — Spit It Out, Paper Shields, Where Did I Go?, and the explosive closer Short Fuse, Long Day — that complete the picture. Each track feels like a punch, a purge, and a purpose.

Lyrically, One Way is as personal as it is political — disillusionment, exhaustion, resistance, and the stubborn will to keep moving forward even when every road seems blocked. It’s about the fight that never ends — the internal one, the social one, the one that defines what it means to still care in a world gone numb.

Fueled by basement sweat, late-night arguments, and the sound of a band with nothing left to prove but everything left to say, Uitwaaien have crafted their most focused, ferocious record yet.

No detours. No apologies.
This is hardcore as motion. This is One Way.

Uitwaaien - Hey, You Still There?

Uitwaaien - Burning Bright

Uitwaaien - Short Fuse, Long Day

Uitwaaien - Control Is A Lie

UItwaaien - Spit It Out

Uitwaaien - Where Did I Go?

Uitwaaien - Paper Shields

!Paul - Excited

!Paul - As It Is

!Paul - She Whispers

!Paul - New Day

!Paul - Personal Thoughts

June Rest – Merry Freakin’ Christmas 🎄💥
Out December 12, 2025

June Rest crash the holidays with their new single Merry Freakin’ Christmas — a loud, funny, and gloriously unhinged pop punk anthem for anyone who’s just done with holiday cheer.

Fueled by punchy drums, roaring guitars, and those signature June Rest harmonies, Merry Freakin’ Christmas turns festive chaos into cathartic fun. Between duct-taped stockings, spiked eggnog, and singalong choruses that would make Santa spill his beer, it’s the perfect soundtrack for the not-so-silent nights ahead.

After their debut album Small Wins (released September 12) and follow-up singles Low Battery Love and Crash Into You, this track caps off a breakthrough year for the San Francisco pop punk quartet — and sets the stage for what’s coming next.

So grab your friends, crank it up, and yell it loud:
Merry freakin’ Christmas — see you next year! 🎅🔥

Lyrics June Rest - Merry Freakin' Christmas

Jingle bells are ringing out of tune
Fake snow falling in my room
Mom says “smile,” but I just roll my eyes
Another Christmas wrapped in fake goodbyes

I don’t need mistletoe or snow
Just turn the volume up and go

’Cause all I want is outta here
’Cause all I want is outta here
Loud guitars and too much beer are here
Sing it fast, we’ll crash this cheer
Merry freakin’ Christmas, see you next year!

Stockings hung with duct tape on the wall
Grandma’s eggnog’s stronger than us all
We light the tree, then someone pulls the plug
We scream along, yeah that’s our kind of hug

I don’t need candy canes or lights
Just punk rock carols through the night

’Cause all I want is outta here
’Cause all I want is outta here
Loud guitars and too much beer are here
Sing it fast, we’ll crash this cheer
Merry freakin’ Christmas, see you next year!

Ooooh oooh ooh
Ooooh oooh ooh
Ooooh oooh ooh
Ooooh oooh ooh

Hey! Ho! Let it snow!
We’re the misfits under mistletoe.
Hey! Ho! Let it snow!
Turn it louder, lose control!

’Cause all I want is outta here
’Cause all I want is outta here
Loud guitars and too much beer are here
Sing it fast, we’ll crash this cheer
Merry freakin’ Christmas, see you next year!

June Rest - Merry Freakin' Christmas

Victor Butzelaar - The Lake

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