For seventeen straight years Punk Rock Bowling has been one of the most anticipated summer music festivals in the country. Founded in 1999 by Shawn and Mark Stern (who are also founding members of punk rock band Youth Brigade) it has grown from a simple idea of a bowling tournament with a punk rock show … Continue reading
On Friday May 9, the first of two benefit shows was held for the independent neighbors AK Press, a publisher and distributor, and 1984 Printing. In March, their West Oakland headquarters burned down in a deadly fire that claimed two lives. The second benefit show took place May 17, at the same legendary venue: 924 Gilman … Continue reading
Thirty years ago, long before there was Gilman Street, Green Day, or the East Bay pop punk explosion, three guys got together in an off-the-grid hippie wilderness known as Spy Rock, and The Lookouts were born. Available for the first time in 30 years, Spy Rock Road will is available now via the Spy Rock Road (And Other Stories) via Don Giovanni … Continue reading
