"The Iron Roses' self-titled album is more ambitious both musically and thematically than most artists choose (or even would be allowed) to go on a debut" — SPIN
"Don’t sleep on The Iron Roses self-titled album. It is a great fucking listen" — New Noise Magazine
“"..melodic punk perfection, lyrically challenging but musically letting loose. Each of the eleven tracks delivers a defiant manifesto that you can dance into the dark times to" — The Punk Site
Released on October 20, THE IRON ROSES smashed onto the punk scene with a self-titled album that set the political world ablaze. Perhaps said best in a review by SPIN, they have created a "collection of songs from people who have been around long enough to know how the world works, what they like about it and what they won't tolerate any longer."
Angst-filled, sure, but hopeful, THE IRON ROSES create music videos that invoke triumph and joy in a world where policies are forever changing. Filmed on their last show of their recent European tour and directed by Gideon Rothmann, the band presents their newest video for "Soldier of Fortune."
Nathan and Becky further explain, "It holds such an important message for so many who have felt betrayed by those they once looked up to. After the album's release, we found that this song empowered many voices who have felt unheard, and it has been an incredible challenge to those who look the other way instead of calling out problematic behavior."
If your musical curiosities have been peaked by this high-energy punk band who utilize love, brazen lyrics and elements of multiple genres to embrace change and inspire hope, then sample their other video offerings for tracks: "Screaming For A Change," "Justify The Lies," and "Old Guard."
Never ones to settle, please join us in celebrating the second pressing of their self-titled record on two new vinyl variants, available now at this location. Time to get up and grab yourself a ticket to see these tracks live with some of the most impassioned musicians punk has to offer.
PHOTO CREDIT: Gideon Rothmann
The Iron Roses' upcoming Spring 2024 North American tour dates are below.
THE IRON ROSES ON TOUR:
4/12 – St Catherines, ON – Warehouse Council Hall *
4/13 – Toronto, ON – The Concert Hall *
4/27 – Lancaster, PA – Launch
5/01 – Vienna, VA – Jammin Java
5/02 – Brooklyn, NY – Kingsland *
5/03 – Medford, MA – Deep Cuts *
5/04 – Providence, RI – Alchemy *
5/09 – Pittsburgh, PA – Mr. Roboto Project ^
5/10 – Toledo, OH – Ottawa Tavern ^
5/11 – Lansing, MI – Stoopfest ^
5/13 – Chicago, IL – Subterranean ^
5/14 – Lakewood, OH – The Foundry ^
5/15 – Rochester, NY – Montage Music Hall ^
5/16 – Stroudsburg, PA – Sherman Showcase ^
5/17 – Montreal, QC – Pouzza ^
5/24 – Las Vegas, NV – Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino
5/25 – Las Vegas, NV – Punk Rock Bowling
* With LOWEST OF THE LOW
^With HIT LIKE A GIRL
THE IRON ROSES ARE:
Nathan Gray (They/Them) — Vocals
Becky Fontaine (She/Her) — Vocals
Philip "Eugenius" Smith (He/Him) — Guitar + Vocals
Pedro Aida (He/Him) — Guitar + Backing Vocals
Michael Espinosa (He/Him) — Bass + Backing Vocals
Steve Cerri (He/Him) — Drums
ABOUT THE IRON ROSES:
The Iron Roses are a passionate, unique, and beautiful group of people making music that we hope will change the world. Fueled by the injustices of our current times - their songs are the kind of protest anthems that only a group of seasoned musicians could make. Still angry, still driven, and still screaming — this is a band that will never give up the fight, alongside a label that has made it a priority to provide music that is as important as it is impressive, Iodine Recordings. Yes, we can discuss their pedigree, most notably their frontperson Nathan Gray (of Boysetsfire), and their relentless touring and political activism. But none of those things matter if the songs don’t connect with the listener. And this collection of songs are going to do just that. From the opening notes of the first song the cards are on the table. The objective is clear – The Iron Roses are putting to words and music all the thoughts you’ve had these last few dark years. With the worldwide political climate leaning further and further from the left. With rights for many being limited and destroyed. With no end in sight. We need bands like The Iron Roses giving us a soundtrack to fight. Songs to pour our anger and frustration into when we sing along - just as they did when they wrote and recorded them. The beauty of seeing these six individuals singing their truth is astounding. Watching them grow from strength to strength in the last few years it is unsurprising that this record is the outcome. They, and their songs, represent such power, love, and passion — something that we need more than ever in this world today.