Midwestern punks Heavy Petter team up with Ontario’s The Highdives for Come Back, Kelly, a split release packed with new material and mutual admiration. Out now via Tarantula Tapes, the release features four originals from each band, plus a bonus twist: each covers a song by the other—showing off their chemistry and shared sensibilities.
Heavy Petter bring a sharp, riff-heavy approach that leans into gritty melody, while The Highdives deliver polished hooks and tight, emotional punk rock. The cross-covers are highlights: The Highdives put a fresh melodic spin on Heavy Petter’s “Tired of This,” while Heavy Petter roughs up the edges of The Highdives’ “Ocean Blood” without losing its heart.
Released digitally and on limited cassette, the split’s artwork—by Andrew Wright—matches the release’s energy: bold, cartoonish, and ready to burst. It’s a true collaboration that doesn’t feel like a split—it sounds like two bands speaking the same language.
Whether you’re a fan of anthemic melodic punk or raw, hook-laced grit, Come Back, Kelly delivers the best of both.
Heavy Petter – Social Zombie
The Highdives – Reminders
