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From Friday 05 April 2002

Beatsteaks – Living Targets

At first glance Germany wouldn’t appear to be the place to find a quality punk band. After all this is the country where Baywatch and Knight Rider star David Hasselhof scores number one hits with ease. However, appearances can be deceptive, as there is more to the

Monday 18 March 2002

1208 – Feedback Is Payback

Punk rock pedigree, you’ve either got it or you haven’t. 1208 most certainly have. Lead singer Alex is the nephew of Greg Ginn, guitarist with the legendary Black Flag. The band also hail from the hallowed streets of South California’s South Bay,

Friday 15 March 2002

The Distillers – Sing Sing Death House

The healthy state of punk rock at the minute is something of a mixed blessing. On the one hand, its popularity has never been higher. On the other, however, is the fact that this popularity is mainly due to the rise of the

Saturday 09 March 2002

Pinhole go Fishing!

Up and coming UK rockers Pinhole have just announced their biggest support slot to date. The scousers will be opening up for Punktastic faves Reel Big Fish at Liverpool Uni on March 18th. Pinhole will be on stage at 7.30pm and

Wednesday 06 March 2002

Save Ferris – Modified

The world of punk is one dominated in the main part by the male of the species. There are very few female fronted bands that manage to make a name for themselves in the scene. It takes a strong character and a good voice to

Tuesday 19 February 2002

Bad Religion announce UK Tour

After their sold out date at the forum earlier this month, Bad Religion have announced details of a four-date UK tour in May. You can catch the punk rock legends on the following dates: Brixton Academy, Fri 10 May Manchester Uni, Sat 11 May Glasgow Barrowlands, Sun

Friday 08 February 2002

Pinhole – Breaking Hearts & Windows EP

I admit I hadn’t heard of Pinhole before January. However, it’s amazing what you can discover on a Friday night in Lincoln. There I was in a local pub, supporting a mate’s band, when Pinhole stepped on stage. I have to admit

Tuesday 05 February 2002

Lit – Nottingham Rock City

With bad weather lashing the UK at the minute, what better band is there to provide us with some sun-fuelled music than Lit? With an impressive back catalogue and a big sound, Lit were in a prime position to rock Nottingham with ease.

Bad Religion return to UK in May

The prospect of a sold out date in London must have excited Bad Religion because they are coming back for more! In an exclusive chat with Punktastic, guitarist Greg Hetson revealed that the band would be playing three or four dates in the UK

Friday 25 January 2002

Bad Religion – The Process of Belief

A good few years ago, when I was in my early-teens, Bad Religion were never off my stereo. Lately, however, I must confess that the band haven’t been anywhere near my stereo for quite some time. The reason? Well, in my humble opinion their