ThePunkSite.com Free Music Blog » Pop-Punk

Timeshares – Bearable

Cole Faulkner — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 18:30:11 +0000

Timeshares was one of the first bands I really got into when their first EP was promoted as a free download over on ifyoumakeit. Now they’re on a label which is kind enough to release their debut LP as a free download for the next month. It’s titled Bearable, and much like the first, it’s full of fun, friendly good times played in the key of rough jangled hooks. But don’t take my word for it, there is only three weeks left, get downloading!

Timeshares – Bearable

Download The Album From ifyoumakeit

Bankrupt – Rewound

Cole Faulkner — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:00:51 +0000

The boys in Budapest’s Bankrupt have been doing the whole pop-punk thing for quite a while, so it should comes as somewhat of a surprise to learn that they’ve toned down the Ramones influences in favour of a relaxing retro feel (think guitars with reverberating distortion). It’s tough to describe the new sound since it’s so radically different, but I will say it’s refreshingly mature for the band without sacrificing their long running group chemistry.

Bankrupt – Rewound

Download The Album From The Band’s Website

Eat This McKinley – Turn Up That Silence

Cole Faulkner — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:30:28 +0000

Just look at that balding head! I think it’s the first one to take the stage as an album cover in quite a while. I have no idea why it’s there, but it certainly jumps out. Lack of hair aside though, Eat This McKinley is has made ten songs of craggy pop punk done right. I wouldn’t be surprised if these guys end up on No Idea Records or Recess Records down the line with an album this strong.

Eat This McKinley – Turn Up That Silence

Download The Album From Bandcamp

Corrigan – ’94 and Before

Cole Faulkner — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:30:37 +0000

A full record of snotty pop punk played with the beautiful short sightedness of youth. Nothing seems to matter to the dudes in synth led pop punk outfit Corrigan save for the prospect of a few beers and a good time. The simple organ flow of “Hey Kathy,” crunchy-smooth intro of “Same Again,” and bounding, carefree chorus call of “Ferris Bueller” make for a notable list of highlights amongst an already addicting eleven song playlist of fun. Snag it thanks to the guys at Death To False Hope Records.

Corrigan – ’94 and Before

Download The Album From Death To False Hope Records

Tin Armor – Life Of Abundance

Cole Faulkner — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 18:30:17 +0000

Here’s a jovial little piece of full-band piano rock. The group is Tin Armor, and the record is Life Of Abundance. From what I understand, they used to lean more towards The Smoking Popes in style, and while their vocalist can still pull off that range, he now isn’t afraid to meld all sorts of vectors of gospel and blues (especially in the opening track) to give Life Of Abundance a life of its own. There’s a heavy Death Cab For Cutie element here, but it’s for the best. The album’s vibrant cover art really commands what listeners can expect within.

Tin Armor – Life Of Abundance

Download The Album From Bandcamp

Pumps – Pin In The Map E.P.

Cole Faulkner — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 19:30:32 +0000

Here’s a pretty solid little dose of gruff pop punk along the lines of The Holy Mess and Campaign. Great meaty riffs and infectious little bass lines abound across four tight and bouncy tracks. Download the EP for free courtesy the band!

Pumps – Pin In The Map E.P.

Download The EP From Bandcamp

Hold Tight! – Call The Zoo

Cole Faulkner — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:30:31 +0000

Hold Tight! has just released a meaty seven song EP over on their bandcamp. It’s boisterous, snotty, and boastful. Not a single track goes over the one minute mark, so those with short attention spans rejoice! It’s currently available as a pay what you like download, so be sure to download this blistering dose of while there is no price tag!

Hold Tight! – Call the Zoo

Download the Album From Bandcamp

Never Noodz – Good Days And Cliches

Cole Faulkner — Tue, 31 May 2011 18:30:47 +0000

Here’s something from Irish melodic punk band Never Noodz. The band features a female and make vocal trade off that seems to be coming quite popular these days. There’s some technical stuff in here, and some good old simple pop-punk to boot. Check it out.

Never Noodz - Good Days And Cliches

Download The Album From Bandcamp

Rivals In The Fall – The Tale Of J.B. Douglas

Cole Faulkner — Mon, 02 May 2011 16:10:21 +0000

I’ve got to admit, I’m probably only posting this one due to the absolutely over the top promotional picture and album concept. Just look at that thing, it’s like the world is about to end and only Rivals In The Fall can stop it. It’s almost as ridiculous as Four Year Strong’s Enemy Of The World cover art – difference being, these guys are completely serious. Rivals In The Fall might sound like every other likely auto-tuned hard edged pop punk band out there, but based on shear image alone, they want to be something big. I haven’t listened to The Tale Of J.B. Douglas enough as of yet to report a detailed plot outline (there’s reference to dogfights, something about humanity’s last chance and quite a few Coheed & Cambria-like battles – check the title track for narration), but it’s definitely there and I assure you that you haven’t heard anything quite like this in a while. I have a feeling this will be a love it or hate it affair for most.

Rivals In The Fall – The Tale Of J.B. Douglas

Download the Album From Mediafire

Suicide Bombs – Side By Side / Change The Channel

Cole Faulkner — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 02:30:26 +0000

Here’s a succinct little two track single from Netherlands-based five piece Suicide Bombs. The songs are quick and melodic, and suggest a great technical ability along the lines of No Use For A Name and Strung Out. Definitely worth keeping an eye on for larger releases.

Suicide Bombs - Side By Side / Change The Channel

Download the Album From Bandcamp