Commentary, Concert Review John Greenwood Commentary, Concert Review John Greenwood

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.

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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.

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