Founder of Smelvis Records Elvis Cortez (Transplants / Left Alone) has become the Nike of punk rock. Once he sets his mind to something he just does it! Not only did he just release Hooligans United: A Tribute to Rancid through Smelvis Records, but also his string of release parties held April 10-12 rival the…
Oceanside Sound System or The OSS are paving the way for the fourth wave of ska. Plenty of bands have been influenced by the likes of Operation Ivy and Rancid, but Oceanside Sound System breathes new life and personality into the familiar ska sound. By the Barricade caught up with the band’s vocalist Skillet and guitarist…
On August 4th The Interrupters had their first ever headlining show and CD release party at The Roxy Theatre in Hollywood, California. They were joined by Left Alone, Oceanside Sound System, HB Surround Sound, and very special surprise guests, Tim Timebomb and Friends. After touring with bands like Rancid, The Transplants, and Devil’s Brigade It’s…
