Things over at the Bridge Nine Records have been busy this winter and we are proud and excited to announce the release of NYHC legends Underdog discography titled “Matchless.” Set to hit stores on May 18th, 2010, this comprehensive release will include both “The Vanishing Point” and the Demos on CD/double LP. Bassist Russ Iglay said, “This release has been a long time coming. We’re glad that it’s going to see the light of day this Spring on Bridge Nine and we can’t wait to get out there and play more shows this summer!”

Underdog has been a staple in the hardcore scene since their inception in the 1980’s and the release of “Matchless” will further cement the impact that the band had upon the world. The two key, constant elements of Underdog during its span of four years were Richie Birkenhead (vocals) and Russ “Wheeler” Iglay (bass) who decided to form a band while talking at CBGB in 1985. The band, named True Blue for about a week, soon became Underdog. Their first 7″ EP released on New Beginnings Records (with Gregg Pierce on drums and Danny Darella on guitar) instantly became a hot commodity in the NYHC scene, spread through the U.S. and was quickly out of print. The legendary Matt Solomon cover art became the unofficial trademark for the band on T-shirts, flyers and tattoos. On the power of that 7 alone, While Richie, Russ and Dean remained fixtures (except for Richies brief departure to play for Youth of Today on one album/tour)(vocal duties were briefly taken over by Carl DiMola), guitar players were to Underdog what drummers were to Spinal Tap. Original guitarist Danny was later replaced by Arthur (Token Entry, Gorilla Biscuits), who was subsequently replaced by skater dude Chuck. Chuck Treece joined the band on guitar to help record the songs already written by Richie and Russ. Recorded in one week at Electric Reels in upstate NY and produced by Don Fury, “The Vanishing Point” was one of the most anxiously awaited records of the year. A 1989 nationwide tour to support the record was their biggest and most successful at that point and there seemed to be nothing standing in their way. Sadly prophetic, the title of the record rang true at the conclusion of that tour. Arriving back in NYC and dropping off Richie, Russ and Dean drove home for an agreed upon short break. That short break became a long break and they decided to cancel their European tour.
Now Underdog is back with the original core line-up, and with longtime friend  Matt Dolan as a ful-time member of the band. 

Zoli Teglas, frontman for California hardcore punk band Ignite, has officially joined Pennywise as their new singer.
Pennywise bassist Randy Bradbury commented on the change: “What started out as a temporary position was just too good to put an end to. Zoli brings to the table a tremendous vocal ability, creativity, and a die hard work ethic. There is a bond that makes this change feel like it was simply meant to be, and considering the recent unfortunate events, having Zoli join the band is a well needed shot of positive energy.”
Teglas added, “I’m stoked to be singing with Pennywise. I’m a huge fan of the band and am super grateful to share the stage with my long time friends Fletcher, Byron and Randy.”

The beginning of March will be marked by an awesome hardcore show in the local club The Box. The show will be a birthday party for the bassplayer for Const - Milko. The bands that will also take part in it are Seven Ate Nine, from whom it’ll be the debut show (they’re what’s left over from Toxic Hate Alive Inside with new name and new members) and the well-known Melekh. The date is 5th March and the cost for entrance is 5 bgn.

If you want to possess an IHMR zip-hoodie(check the picture below), the only thing to do is to go to the section Merch and to choose your color, size and to order it on one of the contacts of the radio. The price is 40lv. withoutdelivery expenses. There are only 3 days left to order, so if you want one - hurry to order it!