Mickey Mouse is dead

Good morning Wednesday warriors, and welcome to another episode of WWA! You guys are sitting here in our digital living room thinking 'hmm I need some punk rock' and I'm all like:

I am still in Puerto Rico so no write ups again this week. Just enjoy the tunes. Featuring a collection of winners today, including tracks from Subhumans, Fugazi, Jeff Rosenstock, alt-J and SKATERS. Enjoy, dinglehoppers. 



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Ides of Feb

Guys! Happy Wednesday! Punk rock! WWA! I am on vacation, down in Vieques, Puerto Rico for my cuñada's wedding. This is me right now as you're reading this:

But don't worry, fam, I didn't forget about you, or the sweet sweet nektar of punk required to get you through the second half of your week. Enjoy this Wednesday's playlist, featuring some dope ass tracks from Fat Heaven, Suicidal Tendencies, Django Django, Iggy Pop, Belvedere and so much more.




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OK, toodles for now Wednesday warriors. 

Reset the ride

Good morning Wednesday war hogs, and welcome to today's Wednesdays With Andrew. Happy you could tune in once again to pay homage to my sordid little tryst with punk rock. We've had yet another whirlwind week, so you owe it to yourselves to take a moment and enjoy some good tunes, both new and old. From Descendents to PUP, St. Vincent to Fucked Up, Government Issue, Direct Hit! and all the way to Foals, we got you covered. So, put your legs up, crack open a can of your favorite beverage, and let the sonic waves do their thang. ENJOY.

PS - anyone catch that Lady Gaga souper bewl performance? She was pretty fucking awesome




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We open today's playlist with our friends from beyond the northern border, PUP, and their hit track DVP. Off their 2016 release The Dream Is Over, which signaled a more polished sound than their previous work, DVP shows that PUP hasn't lost that frenetic energy and immediately ear-catching quality that propelled them into stardom in the first place. Alongside other young acts like FIDLAR and Slothrust, these guys are up there in my favorite new(ish) bands.

Our next track , Simple Song is courtesy of melodic hardcore band Avail. Although these ruffians call Richmond home and center a lot of their lyrics on their beloved city, Northern VA does have a tenuous claim on them...the dudes all met and formed the band up in Reston. Avail has been defunct since the mid aughts (sp?), but all the members are still very active in the scene, playing in various bands in Richmond and beyond.

Smile constitutes 1/21 of the (deluxe edition) of Descendents' latest album, Hypercaffium Spazzinate, but it fills up a seemingly larger space than that.  Gooey and poppy, it's like they haven't skipped a beat in the 12 year gap since their last album. Indeed, the thoughtful melodies and unexpected twists and turns of Smile remind me a lot of 2004's Cool To Be You. By the way, does anyone (*cough cough, Tessie) know the chemical symbol for Hypercaffium Spazzinate??

Well, since we're already playing sugary sweet songs from pop punk icons, we may as well include something from Direct Hit!'s latest project.  Was It The Acid? is a catchy tune off the Milwaukee-based outfit's 2016 full-length, Wasted Mind. Although it's pretty fucking pop-driven, they do manage to keep a bit of edge throughout the album. Was it drugs...or is that a glockenspiel?

I was hanging out with good friend Mike D (of Midwestern Housewives fame) in Philadelphia this past weekend, and he showed me Ink and Dagger. I can definitely see where he says that these guys were a big influence on Dan Yemin projects, like Paint It Black or Open City. This song is off the Drive This Seven Inch Wooden Stake Through My Philadelphia Heart EP...oh god, these guys are so fucking Philly. Lovin' what I've heard so far, and so I wanted to share Full Circle with you guys.

Up next is an awesome track from Oxford-based Foals' debut album, Antidotes. Heavy Water displays the maturity of sound and complex rhythms that are key components for these British indie rockers. Have you listened to their latest release?! These guys just seem to get better and better, and their style seems to get more complex as they release new stuff. Although I hear some Muse influences, Foals have really created their own unique sound.

Undeclinable was a pop punk band from the Netherlands that I haven't listened to in FOREVER. I was initially introduced to these dutch masters back in high school, when they opened for Voodoo Glow Skulls on one of their European tours. Although Undeclinable never cracked the American market, they were quite big in Europe in the 90s and early 2000s.  Very glad to see Spotify has a healthy collection of their work: go check 'em out!

Bicycles for Afghanistan is a punchy little tune from Long Island melodic hardcore crew Crime in Stereo. While heavy-hitting and aggressive, this track also retains a very raw, permeating emotion throughout. They were fetch enough to catch the ear of Offspring's Dexter Holland, who signed Crime in Stereo onto his Nitro Records label. 

Religious Ripoff, a raucous call to arms against faux-vangelism, comes off Government Issue's 1981 debut EP, Legless Bull. This signifies a time when the band was playing straight-up DC hardcore...on later projects, they began experimenting with different sounds, influenced by heavy metal and psychedelic rock.

Super pumped to close out the playlist with fascinating lady St. Vincent, née Annie Clark. Off her 4th studio album, Prince Johnny is a mesmerizing and hazy song, and highlights St. Vincent's eclectic tastes and writing style. If you get a chance to catch her live, do it...it's an incredible performance, and she shreds a guitar like nothing you've ever seen. 


OK folks, that's a wrap. Hope you enjoyed the playlist, and thanks for tuning in. As always, if you're a band/label/stalker/shapeshifter/otherwise interesting person, hit me up. Follow us on facebook! Til next week brothers and sisters.

Voted off the island

Howdy Wednesday warriors, and welcome to a very special Nicaraguan Air Force Day-themed playlist. Despite all the crazy shit going on in the world, I hope that you can at least take some time for yourselves; to stop and smell the roses, as they say. Appreciate the little things...like good punk rock tunes and bashing fucking nazis. Today we feature some heavy hitting WINNERS from the likes of Dinosaur Pile-Up, Rancid, Much the Same, Face to Face, and Thee Oh Sees. So, buckle up buckaroos, and let's get this party started.



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Knowledge knuggets comin' your way:

We kick off the playlist with Killboy Powerhead by Illinois punk trio, the Didjits. You've probably heard The Offspring's cover of this tune, featured on their 'smash' hit Smash. Ugh. Sorry for that. Sadly, bassist Doug Evans, known for his goofball antics and dedication to the live performance, passed away a few weeks ago.

Dinosaur Pile-Up was born out of the ashes of frontman Matt Bigland's previous band, Mother Vulpine. Based out of Leeds, these English rockers have created a biting and melodic sound that has won them a large global fanbase. Peninsula is one of the singles off their 2013 record, Nature Nurture.

There are a few theories on the inspiration to Rancid's killer song, Maxwell Murder (GODDAMIT ANDREW, STOP WITH THE SHITTY PUNS.) I tend to think, based on the '999' reference, that they're singing about the bizarre murder case of Maxwell Confait. What I know for sure is that ...And Out Come the Wolves is my all-time favorite Rancid album.

I love it when bands have their own tagline. Petrol Girls: Raging Feminist Post Hardcore from South East London. The band's double-dog-dare-you anthem Touch Me Again is off their latest rage-filled album, Talk of Violence, which was released in November 2016. Like their previous work, this album packs a hell of a punch.

Pack your bags, boys, we're going on a trip! The Dream is a (nearly) 7 minute lucid journey into the warped minds of San Fran psychedelic/garage rock band Thee Oh Sees. Where will you be when the acid kicks in...

A buddy asked for some Jello Biafra on this week's playlist. Ask unto me, and you shall receive. Jello (shots) is too good to only play one song, so I included a bonus 2nd track. YOU ARE FUCKING WELCOME.

Well, I for one think that Frankie Valli is pretty punk rock. I also just found out that he's still alive. I hope he was at least spared from watching Jersey Boys; that movie was the pits.

Quitters Never Win is the title track off Much the Same's debut full length. These Chicago dudes favor a style of speedy, melodic skate punk reminiscent of like-minded bands NOFX, Lagwagon and Pulley. Although they officially 'broke up' some years back, they have recently started playing shows again, and there's even talk of a new album? #pleasedon'tbeanalternativefact

Adam Goren, aka Atom and His Package, is likely one of the first artists that pops up in your head when you think of any combination of the words "electronice," "punk" and "music sequencer." The lyrics to the this track speak volumes of the irreverence and humor Atom liked to throw into his songs.

I think Keep Your Chin Up is a good way to end the week. This track is off Face to Face's latest Fat Wreck Chords release, 2016's Protection. These guys don't seem to slow down with age; the album is definitely worth a listen.


Alright kids, that's it. Be good this week. Keep resisting hatred and division, and I guess just do what you can to be nice to everyone you meet? (this of course excludes nazis...if they're a nazi, bash 'em) 'Til next week!

THANK GOD IT'S NOT WEDNESDAY...Hiraeth by Darko

Yello Wednesday warriors, and welcome to another edition of THANK GOD IT'S NOT WEDNESDAY. Today I am pumped to share the first single off Darko's upcoming album, Bonsai Mammoth. Check out the raucous music video for this track, titled Hiraeth, here.

Sine they formed in 2009, Darko has been espousing a brand of aggressive melodic hardcore that's 2 parts skate punk, 1 part crossover thrash and a dash of tough guy hardcore. Calling upon the sacred powers from a diverse range of fore-bearers, like Propaghandi, Bigwig, Protest the Hero and Comeback Kid, Darko's newest release represents an evolution in their efforts to build upon their signature sound: a refined and thoughtful addition to their body of music that is already quite prophetic.

Headquartered in Surrey, UK (think Woking, Chobham, Weybridge....anyone?! The War of the Worlds, guys!), it seems like the band decided to write this track to match the weather. Hiraeth is full of grayscale tones, and a heavy, at times oppressing, mood permeates throughout the song. But between thrashing guitar riffs, a blazin' fast rhythm section and growling scream vocals, Darko manages to recount a tender and touching tale of a lost friend; indeed, Hiraeth is a Welsh term that's defined as "a homesickness tinged with grief or sadness over the departed"

Bonsai Mammoth, which will be released through Bird Attack Records and supported by Lockjaw Records in the UK, is slated to drop on February 3. Make sure to keep an eye out, and buy your copy of the album when it becomes available!

You got your brains dehydrated

Hey there Wednesday warriors, and happy Burns Day! If you came here looking to drown your doubts and sorrows for the world's future with some funky lil punk ditties...well you done good. We got a rowdy lineup today, ranging from old fart tunes like Wasted Youth and Sex Pistols to more recent (-ish in most cases) releases from NOFX, Pulley, Strung Out, Saint Motel and more. Without further ado let's get crackin' on this playlist.

Oh...and thanks for tuning in to our Silver Jubilee (25 episodes, not years..) of Wednesdays With Andrew!





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No Equalizer is off Down By Law's 5th album, Last of the Sharpshooters, which is also the last album they released through Epitaph before moving to another label. Name of the game time - Down By Law derived their name from the 1986 black and white indie film of the same title.

Wasted Youth (aka LA's Wasted Youth) was part of the LA hardcore scene during the 80s, alongside other greats like Circle Jerks, T.S.O.L. and Black Flag. Problem Child is the 2nd track off their debut album, Reagan's In: a 10-song record that clocks in at just under 15 minutes long.

Full Of It is the title track from Portland, OR rockers Summer Cannibals' latest full-length. Delivering sugary melodies and blaring guitar riffs on top of a moody bass motif, this song reflects the rockin' yet intricate material that's found throughout the whole album. Go give it a listen!

Runaway is one of the most addictively poppy skate punk tracks ever written. But it still retains that speedy, punch-in-the-balls sound we've come to love from our Epitaph bands.

Daydream/Wetdream/Nightmare is a meandering, glam ballad off Saint Motel's first effort, Voyeur. Based in Los Angeles, this indie prog foursome is gaining a lot of traction across the country. They released their second full-length, saintmotelevision, in late 2016 as a follow-up to their successful My Type EP.

Featuring some old and new from NOFX today. The first track is a deeply personal tune from their latest (13th!) studio album; a sort of lyrical patricide of Fat Mike's dad, delivered posthumously. The next is off one of my all-time favorite albums, 1992's White Trash, Two Heebs and a Bean.

Boston duo Dresden Dolls have been having fun doing their dark cabaret thing since 2000. My Alcoholic Friends may be one of their most recognizable tunes. Wasn't it in an Apple commercial or something?

I mean what can I say about the Sex Pistols? Everyone knows 'em and loves 'em. And their solitary Never Mind the Bollocks... album.Fun (-ish) fact: I went as Sid Vicious for Halloween and at least a handful of people got it.

We end our playlist with The crippity Cramps and their horror dirge I Can't Hardly Stand It. Frequent visitors of CBGB during the 70s, The Cramps honed their rockabilly chops in the punk scene and became a forerunner, and inspiration, for the psychobilly movement. Leading couple Lux Interior and Poison Ivy formed the core of the band, and incorporated b-rate horror/sci-fi elements and references wherever they could. Suffice it to say, always an interesting listen.


Alright guys, I am out. Until next week!

Forget longevity, we’re just trying to get by

Good morning Wednesday warriors, and welcome to another episode of Wednesdays With Andrew. Boy, do I have some treats in store for you...just get into my nondescript white van and see! From the Misfits to Primus, from Swingin' Utters to PUP, from Jawbox to Dead Kennedys...we got you covered. So pour yourself a sippie cup of your favorite brew, turn the volume up to 11, and let's have some fun.


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And here are some knowledge knuggets and brain farts pertaining to this week's selection (to read along with the playlist, duh):

Post-Danzig Misfits is good too! Although Helena doesn't feature lead creep bag Glenn Danzig, this song is a rollicking fun time. This is off Famous Monsters, the second full length to feature new vocalist Michale Graves.

Hunx & His Punx provide the much needed bubblegum punk component to this week's playlist. You Think You're Tough is off their 2013 release, aptly titled Street Punk. In addition to his musical endeavors, Hunx (née Seth Bogart) owns and manages his own clothing line, Wacky Wacko, and used to run a hair salon in Oakland.

Bob's Party Time Lounge is a strange party dirge from the inexhaustibly creative mind of Les Claypool and his Prime Ass band. This track is off their 1997 Brown Album; although this album represents, to me, a dark period in Primus' career, where they weren't playing with one of the greatest drummers of all time (Tim Alexander), it's still one of their weirdest and most aggressive to date. DID YOU KNOW - beyond just being an incredible songwriter, dope bass player, producer, author, filmographer and all around eccentric dude, Les Claypool also makes and sells his own wine.  You can buy bottles with Primus-ish names like Purple Pachyderm and Pink Platypus from Claypool Cellars.

Swingin' Utters have been playing loud, twangy street punk since the early 80s, and were one of the Bay Area bands to frequent Gilman during the heyday (weird...i always thought it was spelled Hay Day) of 90s punk renaissance. This was the title track for the Utters' 4th full-length record, and you may also recall hearing it on the Tony Hawk 2 soundtrack.

Phantoms is a spooky surf tune from San Diego band Mrs. Magician. If you dig this track, you'll probably also enjoy their latest single, You'll Fall in Love, which just dropped a few weeks ago. Go look it up and support them here!

Aahhh man, I couldn't even go one week without throwing in a cover. This time, I'm including Turning Japanese, originally written by one-hit wonder The Vapors, skankified and re-recorded by no-hit wonders Skankin' Pickle.  According to the song's author, and contrary to popular belief, this song is NOT about masturbation. Though Kirsten Dunst also did a music video cover of the song..SPLOOSH

Nazi punks, fuck off! 'Nuff said.

Say 'Yurf Rendenmein' out loud. See, it's not German! This song was off AFI's debut album, when their style favored more Reservoir Dogs and less South Park goth kid.

Canadian punk band PUP has been making waves since forming in 2013, building a grassroots following and garnering critical success. Reservoir was the first single off their debut album, originally released through Royal Mountain Records and with some financial support from the government of Canada...holy crap, that sentence is so fucking Canadian I want to hug someone.

I know that I play a lot of weird shit on these weekly playlists, but Isolate by Bender may be the most random song to date that I've featured. Following in the grand tradition of mediocrity that Milwaukee boasts (Pabst Blue Ribbon anyone?), Bender is just pretty OK.

I'll close out today's session with Mirrorful, a soulful piece of emo work written and performed by DC natives Jawbox. Jawbox was founded in the late 80s by J Robbins, after the demise of his old band Government Issue, one of the District's longest-standing punk fixtures.