Treaty Oak Revival isn’t just another country-rock band. They’re leaders of what I’d call punk country. Energy on max. From the first note, it was time to rage. Sam welcomed us into the ranks of the Degenerates—a badge I wear proudly. He spoke about their roots, the Crystal Ballroom, WheatStock Festival, and never forgetting where they came from. By the time “Boomtown” hit, the place erupted—beer flying, bodies moving, chaos everywhere, like a 90s Warped Tour with cowboy boots.

Today I got the honor of discovering and reviewing a new band NorthFork and their new single "I'll Be Fine". Hailing from Tuolumne, California NorthFork has an interesting sound reminding me of much of the early 2000's rock with a hint of the sound you frequently find in modern country rock. Think if Seether was contracted to be the supporting band for Hardy.

Social Distortion released its first new music in 15 years. “Bork to Kill” the lead single off of the new album also called Born to Kill slated to be released on May 8th, 2026. At times it seemed like this song and album were never going to be officially released. Born to Kill is actually a song the band has played live going back as early as 2018, but it was well worth the wait to have it officially released.