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East End Redemption
Interviews • March 24, 2026
Punk’s never been about polish. It’s about passion, sweat, and the grind it takes to keep going when most people quit. East End Redemption carry that spirit like a trophy. Out of the East Coast underground, they’re mixing hard-earned experiences with the urgency of a band that still believes in something. We caught up with the band to talk about their roots, resilience, and what keeps them hungry after all these years in the scene. East End Redemption doesn’t need to reinvent punk or hardcore. They just remind you why it still hits. Real stories, no gimmicks, no gloss. The kind of band that makes you want to show up early, stay late, and scream the words back until your throat gives out. The underground scene’s heartbeat is still strong, and bands like East End Redemption are the reason it hasn’t flatlined yet. Scene Point Blank: For readers who might be new to East End Redemption -- what’s the story behind the band name and how did this lineup come together? Drew Perez: The band name is a fun story. I used to be in a Portland, ME punk band called Don't Hit Your Sister and one of the members, Levi, was from away and still learning the area. We were out driving around one day, and we passed a bottle recycling center called East End Redemption (yes, it's still in business). He laughed and said, "Yes! If I ever have a hardcore band that's what I'm gonna name it!" … Read more
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Music • March 10, 2026
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Spite House
Interviews • March 7, 2026
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