Monthly Wave: A lot of cool stuff coming out in April. From the melodic alt-rock meets post-hardcore of bands like Death Lens, I Am the Avalanche and Jaguero, to the grungy space rock of Failure, and emo/pop punk of Box Elder, here a some of the releases we are stoked about that we think you should check out.
Death Lens, a melodic punk band from Southern California, is set to release their new album "What’s Left Now?" on April 24th via Epitaph Records. Produced by Zach Tuch, known for his work with Knocked Loose and Touché Amoré, the album is a mix of energetic anthems and poignant reflections on resilience and hardship, capturing the band's growth and commitment to their working-class roots. Fans of Militarie Gun and Drug Church should take note.
Equal Vision Records will release I AM THE AVALANCHE's new studio album, "THE HORROR SHOW," on April 10. This emotional album, addressing themes of grief and resilience, marks the band's return after six years and showcases a new level of creative freedom. Fans of The Movielife, Crime In Stereo, and Polar Bear Club will find a familiar and powerful sound in this deeply personal and cathartic release.
Italy's Jaguero will release their debut album 'Make Me Feel Alive Again,' on April 10, 2026, via Anchors Aweigh Records, showcases a blend of emo/punk urgency, grunge grit, and melodic hardcore hooks. The powerful double single 'Hold Me Close / Monday' provides a glimpse into the emotional landscape of the album, featuring contrasting forces of urgency and vulnerability, as well as catharsis and reflection. Drawing influences from bands like Death Lens, Militarie Gun, and Jimmy Eat World, Jaguero's sound is characterized by emotional honesty and a DIY spirit that transcends genre boundaries.
Failure, the influential Los Angeles trio, is set to release their seventh studio album, "Location Lost," showcasing their unique but modern sound with nine new tracks. The album features collaborations with Paramore's Hayley Williams and continues to explore the band's signature interplay, ranging from propulsive guitar chimes to grinding, methodical walls of sound reminiscent of their classic works. Call it space rock, space grunge, alt rock, whatever, it's really good and another fantastic record by one of the best.
Emo/Pop Punk band Box Elder's self titled LP, out April 10 via Steadfast Records and Sweet Cheetah Records, presents a deeply personal exploration of themes like mental health and love lost. The album channels the melodic urgency of bands like The Get Up Kids and Jimmy Eat World, showcasing the evolution of Box Elder's sound through collaborative songwriting. Fans of Tigers Jaw, The Menzingers, The Wonder Years, and Saves The Day will find resonance in this raw yet polished musical journey.
