2000: The Undertones – The Singles Box Set
Released on this day in 2000, The Singles Box Set by The Undertones collects the essential 7” cuts from one of Northern Ireland’s most enduring punk bands. The compilation captures the raw energy and melodic grit that made the band a standout in the late ’70s and early ’80s, with a run of singles that includes the iconic “Teenage Kicks.”
Originally issued as a 13-disc box set, it features all their classic singles in replica sleeves, providing a near-complete picture of the band’s evolution from buzzsaw punk into sharp-edged power pop. Though out of print in physical form, many of the tracks remain accessible across streaming platforms—and today we’ve added “Teenage Kicks” to our rotation as a nod to this release.
Whether you’re revisiting the past or discovering it fresh, this set stands as a reminder of just how timeless their sound really is.
Teenage Kicks
2001: T.S.O.L. – Disappear
Originally released on June 26, 2001, Disappear marked a raw return for legendary SoCal punks T.S.O.L. This was the band’s first full-length with the original lineup since the early ’80s and brought back their snarling punk urgency after years of stylistic detours.
Released via Nitro Records, the album leans back into T.S.O.L.’s hardcore roots while also spotlighting their melodic instincts and political edge. Tracks like “Crybaby” strike a sharp balance between classic West Coast punk and darker, driving tempos—cementing the record as a standout in their later-era catalog.
To mark the anniversary, we’ve added “Crybaby” to the Punk Shits Radio playlist. Over two decades later, Disappear still hits with the right mix of attitude and grit.
2007: Bad Brains – Build a Nation
Released on June 26, 2007, Build a Nation was the first full-length studio album from Bad Brains in over a decade, and it marked the return of the original lineup. Dropping via Megaforce Records, the record was produced by longtime fan Adam Yauch (MCA of Beastie Boys), who brought both reverence and raw energy to the sessions.
The album channels the group’s signature fusion of hardcore punk and roots reggae, swinging between breakneck tracks like “Give Thanks and Praises” and deep, dub-heavy cuts. It wasn’t just a reunion—it was a reassertion of what Bad Brains pioneered: speed, spirit, and sonic freedom.
Nearly two decades after their peak, Build a Nation landed as both a celebration and a mission statement. A crucial document in the band’s legacy, it stands as proof that their intensity hadn’t dimmed with age.
Universal Peace
2010: Enraged Minority – Enraged Minority
On June 26, 2010, Germany’s Enraged Minority dropped their self-titled debut album, a fiery dose of Oi! punk soaked in antifascist politics. From its raw gang vocals to its street-level riffs, the record channels the urgency and solidarity found in European punk’s militant traditions.
Tracks like “Antifascists” punch hard with messages of resistance and unity, making it clear the band stands firmly against hate and division. With chants that rally and melodies that march, Enraged Minority remains a potent touchstone in politically committed punk.
To mark the anniversary, we’ve added “Antifascists” to the Punk Shits Radio playlist—bringing its call to action into today’s world.
