Description
Hailing from Santa Cruz, California, Good Riddance are a definitive force in the punk scene, famously bridging the gap between high velocity skate punk and the raw intensity of hardcore. They are celebrated for their ‘intellectual aggression’, a unique sound that fuses blistering drum speeds and sharp guitar riffs with surprisingly infectious melodies.
For a new listener, the band represent the gold standard ofthe genre, proving that punk can be incredibly fast and aggressive while remaining musically polished and technically precise.
Beyond their sonic impact, Good Riddance the band serve as a vital introduction to the activist roots of punk rock. Led by vocalist Russ Rankin, the band’s lyrics dive deep into social justice, animal rights and political critique, offering a much more thoughtful perspective than typical radio rock.
By exploring classic albums like ‘A Comprehensive Guideto Moderne Rebellion’, fans can hear exactly how punk serves as a powerful voice for the marginalized and a dedicated platform for challenging the status quo.
The band’s relevance remains as strong as ever; in 2024,they released ‘No More System to Believe In’, a melodic punk anthem that channels modern disillusionment into a powerful call to action. Following a gruelling 2025 tour schedule that saw them play major festivals like Hellfestand Warped Tour Orlando alongside sold-out club dates across Europe and North America, they’re showing no signs of slowing down.
In 2026, Good Riddance will maintain this global momentum with extensive festival appearances, including Warped Tour Montreal and a series of soon-to-be announced club shows.
Recorded with Bill Stevenson at The Blasting Room.
Tracklisting:
There's Still Tonight
In Pieces
Poverty Of Language
No More System To Believe In
All Just Rain
To Suffer Is The Name
Green Fields
Posse Comitatus
Devoid Of Faith
Drive Faster
Thoughts Words Scars
No Imperfect Way
What Kind Of Day Has It Been
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