Written and photos by Neal Cribb On November 23, 2025, Montreal’s hard-charging oi! outfit Béton Armé took over the stage at 29th Street Ballroom, delivering a raw, unfiltered set that landed like a sledgehammer on Austin’s punk-rock faithful. The sold-out 8:00 PM show—part of their North American tour supporting their new …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On October 9, 2025, British punk veterans GBH stormed the stage at Austin’s 29th Street Ballroom, delivering an incendiary performance that reminded everyone why they’re pillars of the hardcore scene. From the opening chords to the final anthem, the band tore through their set with …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On August 23, 2025, the outdoor venue Radio/East in Austin became the playground for Spike & The Gimme Gimmes, the punk super-group famous for turning pop hits into high-octane sing-alongs. Doors opened at 7 PM, and by showtime, the band — led by the irrepressible …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On August 17, 2025, Southern California’s hardcore-punk stalwarts Stick To Your Guns ascended the stage at Come And Take It Live as part of the Boundaries tour block, delivering a relentless and impassioned set that echoed their slogan—”Keep Planting Flowers”—with both ferocity and hope. Frontman …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On August 11, 2025, Emo’s Austin was transformed into a riotous celebration of ska-punk as Less Than Jake took the stage for their “Summer Circus 2025” tour stop. Opening with the explosive “Gainesville Rock City,” bassist Roger Lima’s cheeky banter and the thunderous brass of …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On June 27, 2025, Riverside ska‑punk legends Voodoo Glow Skulls tore through The Parish in Austin, TX, delivering a blistering set that exemplified their blend of brass-fueled punk aggression. Frontman Frank Casillas (back in the fold) led the tightly‑knit lineup —featuring Jorge, Eddie, Steve, and a fiery …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On June 12, 2025, Mohawk’s indoor stage was hijacked by Peelander‑Z, the “Japanese Action Comic Punk Band” from Planet Z, delivering a performance that was part rock show, part performance art. Decked in vibrant, sentai-style suits they insist are their “skin,” band members like Peelander …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On May 23, 2025, The Spits ripped through Mohawk’s outdoor stage as part of Hot Luck Festival in Austin, delivering a ferocious set of stripped-down garage punk. KUTX noted that the show kicked off at 9 PM full throttle, backed by the festival’s support and a near-capacity crowd …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On May 17, 2025, The Damned brought their North and South America 2025 Tour to Austin’s Radio/East, delivering a performance that was both electrifying and steeped in punk history. The band, featuring original members Dave Vanian, Captain Sensible, Rat Scabies, and Paul Gray, along with …
