Chicago’s Space Age Zeros put their own stamp on a ‘90s punk classic with Oh Nina, a spirited cover of The Muffs’ standout track, released via Mystic Records. With crisp guitars, sweetly snarled vocals, and punchy power-pop pacing, it’s both a tribute and a reminder of why these songs still hit so hard.
Formed in 2022, Space Age Zeros blend the melody-first ethos of classic pop punk with just enough grit to keep things grounded. Their version of Oh Nina keeps the heart of the original intact while dialing up the production and energy, staying true to Kim Shattuck’s legacy without playing it safe.
Released as a digital single and shared across playlists and punk spaces, the track has been well received as a tribute that feels earned—not a nostalgia grab, but a sincere nod to influence.
With their full-length Strange New World still drawing fresh ears, Oh Nina shows Space Age Zeros sharpening their sound and honoring the past without losing sight of where they’re headed.
