100: Tense + 1-800+MIKEY

100: Tense + 1-800+MIKEY

Author: see/saw September 8, 2026 Duration: 1:37:40

On the centennial episode of the podcast, Nina returns from Australia with tales of bands, bites, and BIZZA. We discuss new albums from Tense, 1-800-MIKEY, the Alices, Spread Joy, liga de barro, and HININ. Shout out new records by the Go, Loose Lips, Gleetch, Dirty Secret, and Snout Fever.

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Evan Minsker and Nina Corcoran, whose writing you might know from Pitchfork and Rolling Stone, host Punk This Week. Every week, they bring their deep knowledge and genuine enthusiasm to a curated rundown of what’s new and noisy. The core of each episode is a focused, thoughtful dive into two standout records, where they unpack the sounds, the context, and what makes them compelling. But the conversation doesn’t stop there-they also touch on four more releases, making for a packed and efficient survey. You’ll hear about international finds from the gritty, heavy underground alongside emerging artists who are starting to break through to wider stages. This isn’t just a review show; it’s a guided tour through punk’s constant evolution, blending sharp commentary with a historian’s eye for how today’s music fits into a larger story. For anyone who wants to stay connected to the genre’s relentless pulse without sifting through everything themselves, this podcast is an essential, time-saving listen. It’s like having two incredibly well-informed friends point you directly to the week’s most vital riffs and rebellions.
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