Back to the Futour! The Forward Momentum of Millie Manders and the Shut up
Millie Manders and The Shutup aren’t just part of punk’s next wave; they’re pushing it forward in real time. With two albums behind them, the band pairs raw urgency with sharp, clear-eyed lyricism that takes on heartbreak and political unrest.
As they head out on their UK “Back to the Futour,” these shows offer something different, with full-album performances that reflect on where they’ve been while driving things ahead.
Another Fest, Another Self-Inflicted Wound: CY Fest, Chaos, and the Cost of Not Getting It
C.Y. Fest has been canceled amid allegations of sexual abuse, and In Spite Magazine’s Dee Ratchet raises the question: can we go longer than a few months without something in the punk ecosystem catching fire? Featuring photos by Kim Moenich. NO MEN CONTRIBUTED TO THIS ARTICLE, and that is probably for the best.