Screeching Weasel with The Queers and Hayley and the Crushers

The Queers, punk rockers from Portsmouth, New Hampshire, have delivered snotty, fast-paced music since 1982. Known for their no-frills punk anthems and puerile lyrics, they've put out notable albums like "Love Songs for the Retarded" (1993) and "Don't Back Down" (1996), influenced by the Ramones. Their key lineup was Joe King/Queer, Hugh O'Neill, and B-Face. They've collaborated with Screeching Weasel's Ben Weasel and released on labels like Lookout and Hopeless Records. Despite lineup changes and challenges, The Queers continue to shape punk with live albums and cover sets.

San Luis Obispo's Hayley and the Crushers deliver glittery punk with bold, bad girl power. Led by Hayley Cain, they signed with Josie Cotton's Kitten Robot Records, releasing their 2022 album "Modern Adult Kicks." Known for their blend of '60s girl group charm and gritty rock, they worked with producer Paul Roessler. Their catchy and quirky style is likened to "a Sour Patch Kid," embodying vibrant mischief.