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The Meanies photo by Jo Forster

The Meanies Unearth Lost Track ‘Shutdown’ and Announce Rare Run of Shows

by Paul Cashmere

Melbourne punk icons The Meanies have released Shutdown, a track recorded 25 years ago, and announced a rare run of shows in Victoria and New South Wales this November.

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Benny J Ward releases debut solo album Super! through Cheersquad Records & Tapes and Kool Kat Musik

Benny J Ward Steps Out With Debut Solo Album Super! A Garage-Pop Triumph Two Years in the Making

by Paul Cashmere

Perth’s Benny J Ward, best known for Rinehearts, releases his debut solo album Super! — a bright and melodic garage-pop gem through Cheersquad Records & Tapes and Kool Kat Musik.

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Suzannah Espie performing live at the Sea of Lights album launch in 2012

Suzannah Espie’s Acclaimed 2012 Album Sea of Lights Finally Arrives on Vinyl

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Suzannah Espie’s 2012 classic Sea of Lights will finally arrive on vinyl via Cheersquad Records & Tapes on 14 November.

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The Meanies photo by Jo Forster

The Meanies Unearth Lost Gem ‘Shutdown’ With Frenzal Rhomb & Leeches! Along For The Ride

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Australian punk veterans The Meanies are set to unleash a slice of lost history. Their long-buried track Shutdown, recorded a quarter of a century ago, will finally see the light of day on October 9. To mark the release, the Melbourne legends will hit the road for a short, sharp run of dates that revisits their roots in sweaty pubs and iconic venues.

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James Baker Experience

Forgotten Australian James Baker Experience Punk Gem Returns After 40 Years

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Cheersquad Records (AUS) and Folc Records (Spain) will mark the 40th anniversary of one of Australian punk’s most infamous singles, I Can’t Control Myself / Born To Be Punched by James Baker and the James Baker Experience. The limited-edition reissue arrives on October 7, 2025, in five vinyl variants.

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