Chief State
Canadian pop-punk outfit Chief State is gearing up to release their highly anticipated new album, "Keep Your Friends Closer," on April 17 via Mutant League Records. With a blend of high-energy pop-punk and introspective lyricism, the band's sound, produced by Tim Creviston and mastered by Stu McKillop, strikes a balance between grit and vulnerability. Emerging from a period of lineup changes, Chief State's resilience shines through as they deliver emotionally charged anthems that resonate with urgency and honesty.
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Keep Your Friends Closer
April 17, 2026Chief State's upcoming album, "Keep Your Friends Closer," Set for release on April 17, 2026 via Mutant League Records, produced by Tim Creviston and mastered by Stu McKillop, encapsulates the band's high-energy pop-punk essence with a newfound sense of urgency and vulnerability. Through a blend of gritty instrumentals and introspective lyrics, Chief State delves into themes of friendship, hardship, and the complexities of human connection, urging listeners to embrace authenticity and understanding in their relationships. This release, born out of a tumultuous period for the band, showcases their resilience and growth, promising an emotionally charged and sonically dynamic listening experience for fans of the genre.