The Kings of Punk – Details, episodes & analysis

A jam-packed, full-ass-length episode of the Kings of Punk Podcast tackling a backlog of listener emails that's been piling up since the previous "Mailbag" episode in November of 2023. Your favorite hardcore punk and subculture commentary troika dive headfirst into the inbox to address your burning questions, impassioned rants, and hilarious stories (introducing Volume 1 of "The Coworker Chronicles") - expect both the width and breadth of topics to exceed mere hard core musings.

In addition, the troika shares some big news about the future of the podcast. For reasons that will become clear during the episode, they plan on taking a brief hiatus after this dip into the mailbag. Don't worry, punk's not dead and it's not the end of the world (or the podcast) - they plan to return be better than ever with new episodes and more hardcore and punk rock insight.

Website: KingsOfPunk.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bSFPxIqSr6kxkgqsRZBvN

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kings-of-punk/id1541490418

In this episode of The Kings of Punk Podcast, the hosts delve into the latest releases from KNOCKED LOOSE, TORTURE, CANDY APPLE, and BOOTLICKER. As they navigate through a diverse range of tracks, some things hit the mark for your discerning hosts... and some things, maybe not so much. They share their honest reactions regardless. Stay tuned as the troika dissects these hardcore (and adjacent) offerings with their signature wit and candor.

the KOPPOD TROIKA push through the next two rounds of MARCH MAYHEM, lots of hard decisions on this very hardcore podcast. Heavy hitters pitted against one another; classic records revered by old school listeners and new generations alike. How do these three guys judge this segment of DIY HC History? Stay tuned as they delve into the essence of this music and emerge with their verdicts. Who will reach the Semifinals? and the FINAL? Give it a listen and find out. Get ready for deep dives and disruptive upsets, as you've come to expect from the KINGS OF PUNK PODCAST

PRANK RECORDS TOP 100: https://prankrecords.blogspot.com/2012/10/best-of-90s-diy-hardcore-top-100.html

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The KINGS are back with another music heavy episode. This time discussing metal albums that punk and hardcore fans would and should enjoy ranging from NWOBHM to Brazilian black metal. Before they do that, they discuss the world that is modern day music journalism, and why its the worst. Some possibly controversial takes, but you should be used to that now. If you have your own hot take, call us at: 585-348-8203

HOT TAKE HOTLINE: 585-348-8203

KINGS OF PUNK Website: https://kingsofpunk.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kingsofpunkpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Syrup Head Recordings: https://syruphead.storenvy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/syrup_head_recordings/?hl=en

Shirley Road Records: https://shirleyroadrecords.com/  USE PROMOCODE "KOPPOD10" (no quotes) for 10% off all orders. Visit https://shirleyroadrecords.bandcamp.com/ to listen to tunes. 

The KOPPOD troika kick back and relax in the wake of MARCH MAYHEM. Whilst chilling, they listen to VEIN.FM and react to their latest release. VEIN.FM found themselves embroiled in controversy for about two days last month. The troika discusses said controversy. After that, your hosts listen to a bunch of music sent to them by bands who requested a KOPPOD review. These bootleg DEMOLISTEN episodes will not be a regular thing, but please feel free to send KOPPOD your music via any of the mediums listed below; one way or another, you will receive a KOPPOD assessment. 

Band Submissions:

BE FAIR: https://befair.bandcamp.com/

VIBES: https://vibes.bandcamp.com/

HELLGRAZER: https://hellgrazerpdx.bandcamp.com/

86 RED: https://www.instagram.com/86red.band/

MORGANTON: https://www.facebook.com/Morgantonband

HOT TAKE HOTLINE: 585-348-8203

KINGS OF PUNK Website: https://kingsofpunk.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kingsofpunkpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Syrup Head Recordings: https://syruphead.storenvy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/syrup_head_recordings/?hl=en

Shirley Road Records: https://shirleyroadrecords.com/ and https://shirleyroadrecords.bandcamp.com/ - USE PROMOCODE "KOPPOD10" (no quotes)

Two game-changing monsters of the underground, neck-to-neck in our annual MARCH MAYHEM tournament bracket. The KOPPOD troika argued and deliberated through Pushead's entire Unofficial Top 100 of the 80s and two records stood alone at March's close: 

#25 NEGATIVE APPROACH 'Negative Approach' 7" vs. #11 G.I.S.M. 'Detestation' 12"

These records speak for themselves, but if you're reading this then you should listen to the KINGS speak on them as well. They start with a basic gestalt and discussion of each group before voting on their favorite, thus deciding the winner of this year's MARCH MAYHEM tournament bracket. After voting, each of the esteemed judges explains their selection. Thank you for joining us and following along with this tournament bracket, big thanks to our guest judges (NATE and GREY from DEMOLISTEN, CONNER and COUGAR), thanks to everybody who shared their own takes with us, and a very special thanks to PUSHEAD for compiling this list. 

If you wanna sound off on this one, you can call the KOPPOD HOT TAKE HOTLINE at 585-348-8203 - if we get some good voicemails we'll play 'em on the pod. Regularly scheduled programming resumes next week.

Intro theme music: "Theme from Ozobozo" by SEPTIC DEATH

PUSZONE UNOFFICIAL TOP 100: http://www.pusfan.com/pusz.htm

KINGS OF PUNK Website: https://kingsofpunk.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kingsofpunkpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Syrup Head Recordings: https://syruphead.storenvy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/syrup_head_recordings/?hl=en

Shirley Road Records: https://shirleyroadrecords.com/ and https://shirleyroadrecords.bandcamp.com/ - USE PROMOCODE "KOPPOD10" (no quotes)

In the wake of ROUND 4, the second-to-last installment of 2022's MARCH MAYHEM tournament arrives. Some crucial guest judges weighed in but it's time for the KOPPOD troika to assess the Quarter-Finalists before moving onto Semi-Finals; one episode, two rounds. Below are the records entering the Quarter-Finals, with PUSHEAD's rankings included:

#97 THE ACCUSED 'Martha Splatterhead' EP vs. #25 NEGATIVE APPROACH 'Negative Approach' EP

#20 ANTIDOTE 'Thou Shalt Not Kill' EP vs. #5 BAD BRAINS ROIR Cassette

#18 THE ADOLESCENTS 'Adolescents' LP vs. #42 CRUCIFIX 'Dehumanization' LP

#51 THE MISFITS 'Walk Among Us' LP vs. #11 GISM 'Detestation' LP

At the end of this episode, the PUSZONE TOP 100 MARCH MAYHEM FINALISTS find themselves face-to-face in advance of the FINALS later this week. A MARCH MAYHEM BRONZE MEDAL gets awarded in this episode as well. It's all winners left in the Quarter-Finals but only one can win - thanks for following along and chiming in. Give this episode a listen and place your bets for the Finals episode on Friday. 

If you've got predictions, grievances, etc, there's a brand new way to get ahold of the KOPPOD trio: the KINGS OF PUNK PODCAST HOT TAKE HOTLINE! Call 585-348-8203 and let 'em know who you've got for the finals. 

Intro theme music: "Theme from Ozobozo" by SEPTIC DEATH

PUSZONE UNOFFICIAL TOP 100: http://www.pusfan.com/pusz.htm

KINGS OF PUNK Website: https://kingsofpunk.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kingsofpunkpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Syrup Head Recordings: https://syruphead.storenvy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/syrup_head_recordings/?hl=en

Shirley Road Records: https://shirleyroadrecords.com/ and https://shirleyroadrecords.bandcamp.com/ - USE PROMOCODE "KOPPOD10" (no quotes)

The Kings once again recruit some friends in order to dissect, diagnose and determine who will be crowned victor in this years March Mayhem. They are joined by none other than past guest/bandmate Cougar who sings for Leaking Head and former OG Leaking Head drummer/Long time friend Conner, both bringing years of hardcore, punk, and underground music experience to this thrilling discussion. Will the underdogs rise up? How many times will a slur have to be edited out? How did Glen Danzig get his name? All this and more on round 4. 

PUSZONE UNOFFICIAL TOP 100: http://www.pusfan.com/pusz.htm

KINGS OF PUNK Website: https://kingsofpunk.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kingsofpunkpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Syrup Head Recordings: https://syruphead.storenvy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/syrup_head_recordings/?hl=en

Shirley Road Records: https://shirleyroadrecords.com/ and https://shirleyroadrecords.bandcamp.com/ - USE PROMOCODE "KOPPOD10" (no quotes)

The cream rose in Round 2 but there's still a shit-load of records left. For Round 3 of this year's MARCH MAYHEM, we enlisted a pair of guest panelists: Nate and Grey from the DEMOLISTEN podcast. These two analysts bear years of experience dissecting punk and hardcore releases, equipped with a disregard for frivolities and no filter to be found. Keep letting us know what you think of this tournament's results; we've loved hearing from everybody about this series. And be sure to check out DEMOLISTEN as well! Results will be posted online before the next round.

PUSZONE UNOFFICIAL TOP 100: http://www.pusfan.com/pusz.htm

Demolisten Podcast: https://demolisten.podbean.com/

KINGS OF PUNK Website: https://kingsofpunk.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kingsofpunkpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Syrup Head Recordings: https://syruphead.storenvy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/syrup_head_recordings/?hl=en

Shirley Road Records: https://shirleyroadrecords.com/ and https://shirleyroadrecords.bandcamp.com/ - USE PROMOCODE "KOPPOD10" (no quotes)

PART 2 of 2: The KINGS continue with their March Mayhem series hitting the next round of match ups which now include the top 28 records of the Puszone 100 list that got a first round buy! Some tough choices as they compare and contrast some of the most classic punk and hardcore records of the 80s. Who will win? Stay tuned

PUSZONE UNOFFICIAL TOP 100: http://www.pusfan.com/pusz.htm

Round 2 Playlist:

KINGS OF PUNK Website: https://kingsofpunk.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/koppodofficial/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kingsofpunkpod/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPj6iMRyW0GAJnxv9i7TAdQ

Syrup Head Recordings: https://syruphead.storenvy.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/syrup_head_recordings/?hl=en

Shirley Road Records: https://shirleyroadrecords.com/ and https://shirleyroadrecords.bandcamp.com/ - USE PROMOCODE "KOPPOD10" (no quotes)