The Kings of Punk

THE KINGS attempt an INTRODUCTORY examination of a band everybody's heard of, but not everybody has ever listened to, and even fewer people have really REALLY listened to a lot . The brainchild of DAVE BROCKIE (RIP), with roots in Virginia's hardcore punk scene and their impact extending far beyond that scene. Includes some DEATH PIGGY as well. Apologies for this incoherent episode summary, i just...

THE KINGS discuss recent musical event they attend, then ease into reacting to fresh releases from our friends over at TKO RECORDS. Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial TKO BANDCAMP: https://tkorecords.bandcamp.com/ BADTERMS: https://bad-terms.bandcamp.com/ https://tkorecords.bigcartel.com/product/copy-of-badterms-panic-age-lp-blue-vinyl THE RIFFS: https://tkorecords.bigcartel.com/product/...

In part 2 here, we trace the Beasties from 'Check your Head' to 'To The Five Boroughs', examining both their musical evolution and their growth in terms of public image and place in the public consciousness. Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

THE KINGS open a sick haul of shirts from ALTAR EGOS MERCH, address important inquiries from r/punk, share recent musical releases which grabbed their attention, and wish you a good start to your week 'coz I was supposed to edit and post this many days ago - I apologize -Jake Razor ALTAR EGOS: altaregosmerch.com Artificial Go: https://artificialgo.bandcamp.com/ Staticø: https://staticobghc.ban...

Down a host the two kings talk about recent events including this year's Barely Breathing fest in Long Island as well as other fests. kingsofpunk.com

After being delayed a few months, the Kings finally have the extremely talented artist and friend John Toohill on the pod to talk about his current and past endeavors in punk and hardcore in the Buffalo NY area. We talk printer investments, tape trading with cousins, solo live sets and much more! Listen to the new Science Man album Monarch Joy and watch part 2 of the official movie Swimming Faith:...

THE KOPPOD Troika tackles another trio, a trio of true titans... New York City's THE BEASTIE BOYS. Part 1 begins with the BEASTIES roots as a hardcore punk band (back when they weren't a trio actually), moves on to their controversial (and influential) 'Licensed to Ill' period of collaboration with Professor Doctor Richard Rubin, and concludes with analysis of the groundbreaking &#...

THE KINGS examine the 1983 LP 'Beggars Can Be Choosers' by THE NEWTOWN NEUROTICS. A rather unique record, backing strong political messaging with melodic punk stylings, delivered in the era of THE EXPLOITED, DISCHARGE, etc... what does the KOPPOD TROIKA think of this one? Check out the episode and find out. And let us know what YOU think of it in da comments IG: @koppodofficial Website: Ki...

The Kings give a heartfelt tribute to the prince of darkness.

THE KINGS direct their ears and powers of discernment towards the ambitious new full-length by Baltimore's Hardcore- Adjacent Senstation, TURNSTILE. Will they dig it? Give the episode a listen and find out - we hope you dig the episode. Website: KingsOfPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

The Kings have breached the precipice and crossed the rubicon as they finally cover one of the most popular punk bands, The Ramones. The only downside is they are discussing the latter part of their large discography with Animal Boy, Halfway to Sanity and Brain Drain. On this episode they ask the hard questions like "Do these records hold up?" and "Did they ever hold to begin with?" Part 2 will co...

Your eyes don't deceive you as you read this episode title, nor are we deceiving you with one of our zany pranks we do sometimes. We feel honored to present our interview with CRO-MAGS bassist, songwriter, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor, and subject of the new documentary WIRED FOR CHAOS: the one and only HARLEY FLANAGAN. Harley Flanagan: https://harleyflanagan.com/ Wired For Chaos film website: h...

THE KINGS discuss BLACK FLAG's new lineup, ALL AMERICAN REJECTS' new marketing gimmick, and various personal developments pertaining to their musical act LEAKING HEAD, and more Website: KingsofPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial

THE KINGS find themselves a little all over the place (RIP new studio w/ table) and this episode might reflect that just a lil bit. Jake relied heavily on the Kanye West N*zi Cuck album to survive recent emotional trauma, so please pardon the first twenty minutes or so of the episode. Also featuring discussions of Yukio Mishima, Gabrielle D'Annunzio, and Smokey Robinson. Later, the KOPPOD Troika l...

Jon from SYRUP HEAD RECORDINGS and Brian from BABY CHICO RECORDS phone in from behind the Iron Curtain, a curtain concealing vast stockpiles of bagel sandwiches, a top-secret Mosh Camp, and rats which may or may not be defined as "good". Both CRUMBSUCKERS albums get the deep analysis they deserve, Long Island’s music scene gets some shine, and BARELY BREATHING FEST updates drop (ok it's not really...

Gary "U.S." Bombs reviews an exciting series of shows he attended in Richmond, VA as part of the MUNICIPAL WASTE 25th ANNIVERSARY soiree. Then, a brief discussion of MATTY MATHESON's new band PIGPEN. IG: @koppodofficial Website: KingsOfPunk.com @altaregosmerch on IG and altaregosmerch.com

THE KINGS take a stroll down Sunset Blvd, maybe swing by Beach Blvd, uhhhh Beverly Hills, thats where we want to be!!!! We don't know where any of these places are, or if they're even something that's real. But you know what? WE LOVE IT!! We give our reviews of latter-day offerings from THE ADOLESCENTS, TSOL, CIRCLE ONE, and SYMBOL SIX. What did you think of these albums? Sound off in the comments...

We're back! And we apologize for the delay. We review some recent releases and discuss some recent news. Sound off in da commentz Website: KingsofPunk.com IG: @koppodofficial Cult Crime: https://cultcrimeband.bandcamp.com/album/self-titled The Hell: https://sorrystaterecords.bandcamp.com/album/the-hell Black Iron Prison: https://ironlungrecords.bandcamp.com/album/black-iron-prison-lungs-245 Infra:...

The KINGS kick off the start of April with a deep dive into the raw, uncompromising legacy of one of hardcore punk’s most intense and influential bands: FUGAZI. Known for their blisteringly fast sound, politically charged lyrics, and confrontational presence, FUGAZI reshaped the boundaries of aggression in hardcore—laying the groundwork for what would become known as powerviolence. This episode po...

THE KINGS return with Part 2  of a deep dive into Youth Attack! Records —and per a listener's request, this episode also serves as an Intro to "Mysterious Guy Hardcore" . What the hell does that even mean? What matters about this style? Why the air quotes? The KINGS are on the case, solving these mysteries with half-remembered shit from message boards as clues. Your three favorite DE...

THE KINGS reflect on both the limits and value of punk rawk, in context of our mind-numbing Amerikan culture. In the second half, they present a gleaming spire of hope, emerging straight from THA LAND OF THA HEARTLESS, and recap their great weekend at RUST BELT RIPPER FEST in Cleveland, OH. Please let us know how the episode sounds - we want to focus on improving sound quality big time. I know the...

The KOPPOD Troika hop behind the wheel and tear through the streets of Beantown; their steering ain't the best in this episode, but if you've ever driven in BOSTON, surrounded by BOSTON DRIVERS, you know that's WICKED appropriate!! LOL! THE DEPARTED !! So grab yourself a wicked Dunkin Donuts Beverage and enjoy this edition of our CITY TO CITY series. More to come in the future, 'co...

Fulfilling a listener request and covering a label whose influence shaped Hardcore and Punk through the duration of our involvement with the subculture - and beyond. Featuring a few choice musical selections, with a Pt. 2 to follow - Pt. 2 to double as "Intro to Mysterious Guy HC" episode as well. Sound off in the comments. Sorry the episode's late, I had da flu and fell asleep Websi...

*NOTE FROM JAKE RAZOR: I thought this got posted here last week. Patreon is supposed to post it here too when I mark an episode as "public". But I guess it didn't so here it is. If anyone know how to do this better and/or knows how to open PDF, plz advise* A relaxed recap regarding rousing renditions ... eh nah I'm not doing an allitteration thing, you don't care that much. B...

The KOPPOD Troika starts the show with extended-length musings regarding the death of David Lynch and other hot topics, then move on to their review of LA Punk Rock classic 'Back from Samoa' by the ANGRY SAMOANS. Includes examination of the ANGRY SAMOANS' METAL MIKE SAUNDERS and GREGG TURNER's rock critic priors, a listen to their prior band VOM (featuring RICHARD MELTZER on vocals...