1990
June 7, 1990: Dead Moon released Defiance — raw, lo-fi garage punk at its most authentic. Gritty, defiant, and straight from the underground. A cult classic.
🎧 “Johnny’s Got a Gun”
2004
June 7, 2004: The Distillers released the Beat Your Heart Out single — a fierce, melodic punch that captured Brody Dalle’s signature snarl with a hook that still hits. A standout from Coral Fang.
🎧 “Beat Your Heart Out”
2005
June 7, 2005: Death By Stereo released Death for Life via Epitaph — a heavier, more metal-leaning shift that marked a big change in their sound. For many (me included), the vocal direction wasn’t quite the right move — but still an important chapter in their discography.
🎧 “Entombed We Collide”
June 7, 2005: Motion City Soundtrack released Commit This to Memory — a very smart, synth-tinged pop punk album that built perfectly on I Am the Movie (2003). Personal, sharp, and packed with hooks — one of the best of its era, of course via Epitaph
🎧 “Everything Is Alright”
June 7, 2005: The Aquabats released Charge!! on Nitro Records — a fun, infectious mix of ska-punk, surf rock, and superhero antics. A comeback record that reminded everyone why they’re one of the most entertaining bands in punk.
🎧 “Fashion Zombies!”
June 7, 2005: MxPx released Panic via SideOneDummy — not my favorite from them, but as always, a solid slice of catchy, polished punk rock. A reliable band that kept the hooks coming.
🎧 “Wrecking Hotel Rooms”
2011
June 7, 2011: Fucked Up released David Comes to Life — an ambitious, genre-bending punk rock opera that pushed boundaries and earned critical acclaim. A dense, emotional, and powerful record that still stands out.
🎧 “Queen of Hearts”
June 7, 2011: A Day To Remember released the single All Signs Point to Lauderdale — a catchy blend of pop punk and post-hardcore that became a fan favorite and a staple of their live shows.
🎧 “All Signs Point to Lauderdale”
