The Kings of Punk

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Tyler Hammer is back to regale Gary and Jake about his time at Warped Tour.

Jake Razor and Gary "U.S." Bombs react to some of the exciting artists Tyler went to see at Warped Tour in Washington, DC: Daisy Grenade, Free Throw, Meet Me @ the Altar, EverChanger, and more (Trxvis) IG: @koppodofficlal Website: KingsofPunk.com Go see LEAKING HEAD on tour in OHIO next week: 6/26 in CANTON, 6/27 in CINCINNATI, 6/28 in CLEVELAND

After a hectic day of rocking and Internet Hardcore Discourse™ we sit down to discuss a beloved and still influential band from the west coast, Operation Ivy. The 924 Gilman luminaries brought an interesting sound to the era of youth crew, crossover and thrash metal were reigning supreme but the band ended as quickly as it started. Despite this they left a lasting impact on punk rock and we figure...

After some discussion of the stupid "What the f*ck's up Denny's?" thing, the Troika reviews the a 2017 film about the murder of Brian Deneke entitled 'Bomb City'. A listener suggested thie one; got a movie you want us to watch? Sound off in da comments IG: @koppodofficial Website: KingsOfPunk.com

Rolling Stone magazine shocked the world when they released their 100 Greatest Punk albums list recently and the Kings had to do their due diligence and take a look over. However as fun (and long winded) as it would be to analyze every single choice they decided to use this opportunity to listen to some things they were unfamiliar with and report back with their thoughts. Is this list full of crap...

The Kings return to The City by the Bay to discuss some of the bands that emerged from the mid to late 80s and how the scene transitioned from the early 80s. kingsofpunk.com

Recently, The Ramones first full length passed 50 years and the boys had to pay their respects as well as discuss a recent article from magazine Jacobin about its legacy. Some various other discussions are embedded as well including tales of Charleroi, PA, some new releases as well as the surprise condemnation of the Bug House in Ft Wayne, IN! Please donate and share if you can, link below! https:...

The Kings kick their feet up on this relaxed episode and answer some listener emails. We discuss nicknames, NSBM makers, and woke content to name just a few things discussed! CHeck IT OUT! KINGSOFPUNK.COM IG: @KOPPODOFFICIAL

With ongoing conflicts on the other side of the globe the Kings thought it was the proper time to discuss the FEARLESS IRANIANS FROM HELL! Hide your embassies and make peace with your maker as we explore their short but powerful discography and history!

A follow up to our episode discussing the punk roots of Cleveland OH! We discuss the roots of their hardcore scene in the early to mid 80s which laid the foundations for their hugely influential scene in the 90s! Kingsofpunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

TYLER HAMMER and GARY "U.S." BOMBS are joined by COOKIE "COUGAR" RAMONE to discuss CORROSION OF CONFORMITY's game-changing crossover platter 'Animosity'. Jake had the flu or something for this one. Let us know what you think and what album we should do next! Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

With the passing of Gabba the KINGS decreed it was time to take a look at the legacy of UK Punk legends CHAOS UK.

An overview of dirge darlings SWANS. From the evil TALKING HEADS days through the baroque goth-a-delia of 'White Light from the Mouth of Infinity'. Also featuring Gen Z Frank Booth, BLEEOD, an unknown band, and coverage of the Owl Worshippers Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

A basic gestalt regarding an influential scene from The Big Apple, and the BRIAN ENO-produced comp that encapsulated it. Featuring LYDIA LUNCH (with her band TEENAGE JESUS & THE JERKS), JAMES CHANCE & THE CONTORTIONS, MARS, DNA. Apologies for some verbal flubs on my part, I am still mentally getting in the swing of the thing Love, Jake Razor Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

Big GRAMMY's breakdown in the first half. In the second half, the KINGS take a look at the 1998 cult classic 'SLC Punk'. What did you think of that movie? Sound off in comments Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

THE KINGS discuss "Ins and Outs" for 2026, then react to turn-of-the-century releases by INTEGRITY, EARTH CRISIS, and NAPALM DEATH. Ends with a digression about "G/Z/R" Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppdofficial

THE KINGS discuss two recent articles: 'The Savage Empathy of the Mosh Pit' by James Parker and 'How Turnstile’s Sydney Shows Revealed Hardcore’s Quiet Maturity in 2026' by Clare Neal. Atlantic Article: https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/2025/12/an-ode-to-moshpits/685025/ Rolling Stone Article: https://au.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/how-turnstiles-sydney-shows-revealed-h...

THE KINGS discuss subgenre terminology, listen to a GHOST MICE song, and review the Syracuse Hardcore New Year's Day Bonanza featuring INTEGRITY, ALL OUT WAR, C4, COMBUST, FATAL REALM, and many more. IG: @koppodofficial Website: KingsOfPunk.com

I couldn't resist using the "unalive" term in the title, I'm not actually too concerned about censorship or whatever. In this episode, the KINGS take a look at an all-time CROSSOVER classic. Featuring Friend Of The Show Billy Milano

After a freewheelin' first half, the KINGS take a trip to KARELIA, the LAND OF FINNS and introduce you to a few of their top punk rock music bands from that nation. Much more to cover there so please get in touch if you're a Finnish punk expert!! Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

TYLER HAMMER and JAKE RAZOR examine THE BIG WINDY CITY OF EASE THAT NEVER SLEEPS and its punk rock history. Just playin' it's an episode about CHICAGO to be clear. but we do talk about punk rock!!! THE MENTALLY ILL and much more!! ran out of time to cover conspiracy theories re: Gacy and how he didn't act alone. Next installment! Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

THE KINGS took a trip to local music venue to see BLACK FLAG perform! Much excitement and many discussions have centered around this fresh 2025 lineup of BLACK FLAG, featuring guitarist GREG GINN alongside Gen Z musicians. Was it any good? What did the KOPPOD Troika think? Listen to this episode and find out! Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

In this episode, recorded on the DEVIL's NIGHT, the KINGS trace the early career of THE GREEN MAN himself: Petrus Thomas Ratajczyk. That's PETER STEELE, of FALLOUT, CARNIVORE, and TYPE O NEGATIVE. This episode covers Petrus' work from the FALLOUT single up to TYPE O's iconic 'Bloody Kisses' LP. Part 2 coming for paid Patreon subscribers. In any event, sound off in the comme...

In the spirit of the season, THE KINGS examine an ominous outlier in MISFITS' discography. A Halloween-ready episode, diving headfirst into 1983’s Earth A.D./Wolfs Blood — the (real, Danzig-equipped) Misfits’ final and most feral studio album. Your hosts summarize its rushed recording, MISFITS' place in the American Hardcore pantheon, and interpersonal dynamics that rendered this their swa...