79: Brainwash Victims + Pretty Baby

79: Brainwash Victims + Pretty Baby

Author: see/saw April 7, 2026 Duration: 1:20:49

We celebrate Easter with a visit from the Dr. Pepper-flavored Peep we’ve named Dr. Peeper. Nina meets Rocco for a summit about the state of the Reese’s Easter egg (and a Mclusky/Pile show). Evan browses a reasonably priced vintage Charlotte Hornets jacket on eBay. We discuss new records from Brainwash Victims, Pretty Baby, Yambag, Robber Robber (read Nina’s review in Pitchfork), Triple Ente, and the split from Mail. & Sects.

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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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