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NY Punks I Am The Avalanche examine true, lasting friendship on new single, "Laughing and Bleeding" now streaming from forthcoming LP

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Legendary independent New York-based rock label Equal Vision Records and I Am the Avalanche are pleased to present “Laughing and Bleeding,” the latest single to be lifted from the Friday, April 10 release of The Horror Show, the New York punk institution’s brand new studio album and first in over 6 years. “When you have real pals in this life, you can and will go to hell on Earth and back together,” the band said of the new single. “You can also reach levels of joy, love, and friendship that some only find in a dream.”

Watch the music video for “Laughing and Bleeding” directed by Jesse Korman below for another absolute banger from the forthcoming LP.

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I Am The Avalanche

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I Am the Avalanche is a melodic punk and post-hardcore band from Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2004 by frontman Vinnie Caruana following the breakup of his previous band, The Movielife. The group is known for pairing aggressive, driving rhythms with raw, emotional lyrics. Caruana formed the band in 2004, enlisting members from various New York scenes, including The Movielife, Scraps and Heart Attacks, and Further Seems Forever. The moniker comes from a lyric written by Caruana, though it coincidentally mirrors a line in a poem by Stephen Dobyns. After debuting with a split EP and their self-titled album in 2005 on Drive-Thru Records, the band experienced long gaps between releases but maintained a loyal following. They released albums in 2011, 2014 and 2020. They celebrated their 20th anniversary in 2024 and recently announced their 4th LP set for release in April 2026. RIYL: The Movielife, Crime in Stereo, Polar Bear Club, The Descendents, Lagwagon

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April 10, 2026

I AM THE AVALANCHE, the celebrated New York punk band lead by Vinnie Caruana (The Movielife), is set to release their first new album in six years, titled 'THE HORROR SHOW', on April 10 via Equal Vision Records. The new LP serves as a poignant return for the New York punk outfit, delving into themes of loss, resilience, and friendship. Reflecting frontman Vinnie Caruana's personal journey through grief, the album offers an expansive and textured sonic landscape, showcasing the band's evolution over their six-year hiatus. Featuring deeply personal tracks like the title song, 'THE HORROR SHOW' which is now streaming, this release stands out for its raw emotion and fearless exploration of new musical territories, making it a powerful companion for listeners navigating their own struggles. RIYL: The Movielife, Crime In Stereo, Polar Bear Club, The Descendents, Lagwagon