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UTG INTERVIEW: Less Than Jake Discuss Their New Album and the State of Music

“HEY GIRLS! HEY GIRLLLL! ARE YOU THERE?” whispers Chris DeMakes, frontman of Less Than Jake as we begin our interview in the back on the band’s tour bus. Fortunately for my comfort’s sake, he was speaking directly into my audio recorder and assured me “I’m just making sure it’s working.” It was the first date […]

Less Than Jake Finish Recording Tenth Album

Less Than Jake announced today that they have finished recording their forthcoming full-length album. View a short statement from the band below and look out for this release via Fat Wreck Chords. Be sure to check out the band’s future touring dates with Pentimento and Hostage Calm right here. “Less Than Jake’s tenth album is […]

UTG INTERVIEW: Hostage Calm

“We’ve just grown up playing fast punk, and tried and true, play it loud, hard and fast and you’ll just burn it up that way… one of the most exciting things about touring is being able to get good at playing. We’re getting better as musicians and players.” Shortly after their appearance at Skate and […]

REVIEW + STREAM: Kill Lincoln – That’s Cool…In A Totally Negative and Destructive Way

Band: Kill LIncoln Album:  That’s Cool…in a Totally Negative and Destructive Way Label: Jump Start Records Genre: Ska/Pop-Punk Ska is such a dirty word these days. Asking a friend if they want to go see a ska band is basically opening a door to statements such as “you still like ska??” Yes, ska became a […]

Less Than Jake, Hostage Calm and Pentimento Release Tour Sampler

To get fans excited for their summer tour, Less Than Jake released a three song sampler with Hostage Calm and Pentimento through Limited Run.

Less Than Jake Announce New Label, New Album, And New Tour

Well it looks like we have some news of a new full length release from Less Than Jake. The band will be entering the studio in May to record their first LP since 2008’s GNV FLA through one of the biggest labels in punk music: Fat Wreck Chords. Along with that, LTJ are going to […]

STREAM: Kill Lincoln – “Brick Song”

It’s time to introduce you to your new favorite ska-punk band: Kill Lincoln. Hailing from the historical streets of Washington, DC, Kill Lincoln has decided to bring a new sound to the city. If you like bands like We are the Union and Goldfinger, you will feel right at home with these DC boys. Kill […]

LIVE REVIEW & PHOTOS: Less Than Jake, Ballyhoo!, Kill Lincoln

Kids love ska music. It’s just how it is. It’s fast, it’s loud, but at the same time is so easy to dance to. It’s really not that hard to digest, so really anyone can go to ska shows and have a great time. Don’t like the loud guitars? Here’s some trumpets for you. Don’t […]

UTG PHOTOS: Less Than Jake (2/23/12)

Under The Gun sent staff photographer Kellie Gannon to photograph Less Than Jake on tour. Thursday, February 23rd was bound to be a fun night at Peabody’s in Cleveland, OH.  Less Than Jake is currently on their 20th Anniversary Tour and they certainly had a lot of fun, energy, and antics in store for this […]

Bamboozle 2012 Lineup Expands

Bamboozle continues to expand rapidly and we have the updated list of performing acts right here. This event will take place from May 18 through 20 in Ashbury Park, New Jersey. The huge names that have been revealed so far consist of Brand New, Less Than Jake, Close Your Eyes, Marianas Trench, Buckcherry, Ashland High, […]

Less Than Jake Release Brand New EP

Less Than Jake have announced the release of a surprise EP, Seasons Greetings From Less Than Jake, and is currently available for the low price of five dollars. The band are celebrating their 20h anniversary this year and are looking to make it one to remember! Check out the cover artwork for the EP in […]

Less Than Jake Announce South American Tour

Less Than Jake have just revealed the schedule for their official South American run, that starts in late February. This announcement comes days after the group unveiled their US tour so prepare for a ton of live events from the band! Check out the entire listing of dates in South America by simply heading through […]