California punk veterans Good Riddance are back with “Drive Faster,” a new single released through Fat Music that immediately feels familiar in the best possible way. Fast, melodic, and sharp, the track carries the unmistakable DNA the band has built over decades.
The song moves at full speed, driven by tight guitars and Russ Rankin’s recognizable vocal delivery. The melody lands quickly, the chorus sticks, and the energy never lets up. It is that classic Good Riddance balance of urgency and melody that defined so many of their records.
There is no attempt to overcomplicate things here. “Drive Faster” leans into what the band has always done best: thoughtful songwriting wrapped in fast, melodic punk rock that hits hard without losing its emotional edge. The result is a track that feels both natural and effortless for a band with this kind of history.
After all these years, Good Riddance still manage to sound sharp and focused, proving once again that their style of melodic hardcore punk remains just as effective today.
