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Little Mazarn - Werewolf - Jad and David Fair Cover

Little Mazarn - Werewolf - Jad and David Fair Cover

“Werewolf” is the third single of the series, following a cover of Bikini Kill’s “​Rebel Girl​” by Mike Watt + The Black Gang.  Full credits: Little Mazarn with special guests...
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TEKE::TEKE - New Single + Video + Album Announce

TEKE::TEKE - New Single + Video + Album Announce

Meikyu ('Labyrinth' or 'Maze' in Japanese)The new single and video from TEKE::TEKE's upcoming album, Shirushi.The Montreal-based seven-piece band fuse traditional Japanese instrumentation to punk guitar, creating their own universe. And the video made...
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Tele Novella - Merlynn Belle - Album Out Now

Tele Novella - Merlynn Belle - Album Out Now

Tele Novella's album is out in its entirety, four dreamy super-8 music videos later. We are delighted about this release. Medieval outsider country. Recorded entirely on an 8-track cassette.   “This is...
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Tamar Aphek - All Bets Are Off - Out Now

Tamar Aphek - All Bets Are Off - Out Now

We've been anticipating this drop for months and months and we're entirely thrilled for it to be yours.  It's fierce. Psychedelic. Haunting. Alluring. Tamar Aphek's talent doesn't stop at the...
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Mike Watt + The Black Gang - Rebel Girl - Bikini Kill Cover

Mike Watt + The Black Gang - Rebel Girl - Bikini Kill Cover

Kill Rock Stars is 30 years old! We'll be celebrating all year in a number of ways, like releasing covers from our catalogue.   “Rebel Girl” is the second single of...
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Tele Novella - Paper Crown

Tele Novella - Paper Crown

The fourth and final single + video from Tele Novella's upcoming album, Merlynn Belle, is out now. The record drops Feb 5th. Give them a follow on your streaming platform so...
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Tamar Aphek - Russian Winter

Tamar Aphek - Russian Winter

Tamar Aphek's latest single, Russian Winter, is out now, accompanied by a music video featuring UFOs and a guitar neck as a runway. Russian Winter is off her forthcoming album, All Bets Are...
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HAPPY NEW YEAR & IT'S OUR 30TH ANNIVERSARY

HAPPY NEW YEAR & IT'S OUR 30TH ANNIVERSARY

2021 marks 30 years of Kill Rock Stars. Special releases and announcements will fill this anniversary year, including a new cover singles series titled Stars Rock Kill (Rock Stars), where...
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Tele Novella - Never - New Single Out

Tele Novella - Never - New Single Out

Tele Novella's latest single, 'Never,' is out now - accompanied by a music video shot on super-8 film.   Watch it, listen to it. The LP is up for pre-order...
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Tamar Aphek - Drive - New Single Out

Tamar Aphek - Drive - New Single Out

Tamar Aphek's latest single, 'Drive,' is out now. Its digital release is conveniently bundled with two other singles, 'Crossbow' and 'Show Me Your Pretty Side,' giving you an extra vibrant...
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Big Joanie Release Kluster Rooms Sessions Split 7inch

Big Joanie Release Kluster Rooms Sessions Split 7inch

 Big Joanie's split 7" Kluster Rooms Sessions is out now. The 7inch features early recordings of Black feminist punk band Big Joanie’s haunting depiction of a lost relationship ‘Cut Your Hair’...
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Shaylee Shares 'Audrey' + Transgender Day of Remembrance

Shaylee Shares 'Audrey' + Transgender Day of Remembrance

In honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance, Shaylee shares 'Audrey,' accompanied with a music video and a b-side, 'Walking at the Ball.' The 7" is available for pre-order now. Stream them...
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Bonny Light Horseman 'Clementine' - Elliott Smith Cover

Bonny Light Horseman 'Clementine' - Elliott Smith Cover

The Elliott Smith self-titled reissue came out August 28th, 2020, and this entire year celebrates the 25th anniversary of this esteemed record. To share a new track from the cover...
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INTRODUCING TEKE::TEKE + TWO TRACKS OUT NOW

INTRODUCING TEKE::TEKE + TWO TRACKS OUT NOW

The Montreal-based Japanese psych-punk band TEKE::TEKE has joined the Kill Rock Stars family and we are so excited for you all to experience this music. TEKE::TEKE is a unique beast; a seven-piece band featuring traditional Japanese...
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Tele Novella - "Words That Stay"

Tele Novella - "Words That Stay"

Tele Novella’s second single from their upcoming album is out today with another brilliant video shot on super 8 film: a Texas mansion, Amadeus inspo, macarons and seashells. Watch + listen...
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Tele Novella Sign With Kill Rock Stars + New Single

Tele Novella Sign With Kill Rock Stars + New Single

Tele Novella join Kill Rock Stars for their sophomore album, Merlynn Belle - out February 5th, 2021.  The first single from the album, "Technicolor Town," is out today.   Watch the...
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NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY + KRS SIGNS SHAYLEE

NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY + KRS SIGNS SHAYLEE

Shaylee signs to Kill Rock Stars! Shaylee is the songwriting project and avatar of Elle Archer, a multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter based in Portland, Oregon. Elle uses her music as a...
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SHUTUPS EP, 5, OUT NOW

SHUTUPS EP, 5, OUT NOW

Shutups EP, 5, is out now. Stream the EP anywhere you like to listen to music or get your very own limited edition copy from Bandcamp. https://ffm.to/shutups.owe “These songs are...
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