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The story of Ben Sherman
It’s crisp. It’s buttoned. And it’s been a badge of pride for generations of Mods, Skinheads and Soul Boys. Few shirts carry the kind of cultural…
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The story of Upsett
There’s something about a sharp button-down shirt, a crisp pair of Sta-Press trousers, and a pint in hand as the needle drops on a Studio One…
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The Vintage Caravan announce new album
Icelandic retro-prog trio The Vintage Caravan return with their sixth studio album Portals, due 26 September via Napalm Records. The record follows Monuments, which reached #21…
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Revolution Calling 2025 (full lineup reveil)
After the successful sold-out event in 2024, Revolution Calling is set to return for its next edition on November 22, 2025, again at the Klokgebouw in…
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Bob Vylan and Kneecap spark police probe after Glastonbury
British police have launched an investigation into comments made during Glastonbury performances by UK punk duo Bob Vylan and Irish rap group Kneecap. During his Saturday…
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1968 – Royal Bastards
Formed in the UK, 1968 have carved out a loyal following in the stoner and doom underground with their riff-heavy, groove-laden sound. Their 2018 debut Ballads…
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The Planet Smashers announce new album
Ska veterans The Planet Smashers return with On The Dancefloor, out August 22. Expect early singles, videos, and some wild vinyl variants. Cover art comes courtesy…
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Hot Milk – Corporation Pop
Manchester duo Hot Milk first emerged in 2019 with sugary hooks, dual vocals, and plenty of eyeliner. But what started as pop-punk flirtation quickly hardened into…
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The story of the crucified Skinhead
Walk into any skinhead gig, leaf through a photocopied zine, or scroll through certain corners of punk Instagram, and you might stumble upon an arresting image:…
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