Swedish Punk Rock Supergroup MIDLIFE CRISIS Shares New Album '45 Turns 33'

MIDLIFE CRISIS, the Swedish "Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young of Punk Rock", are excited to release their latest album '45 Turns 33' via Sound Pollution.

It all started in 2004 as bassist Urrke T's "solo project". He and three of his friends met in the studio and recorded some of his personal Punk Rock favorites. 

On the first EP, the band even called themselves Urrke T & the Midlife Crisis. An eclectic bunch, gathered from bands like not only Maryslim, but also Backyard Babies, The Hellacopters, Crimson Shadows, etc., with the only goal in mind being to play some old school Punk Rock and have some real fun. 

So, they went into the studio, and soon after, their debut EP was released on the small label Bootleg Booze Records where success was inevitable. Over the next 14 years, they recorded and released three more vinyl EPs on BB Records. The second EP still featured exclusively well-chosen covers of old '70s bands from England, Sweden, and the USA. By the third and fourth EPs, a few of Urrke's original works were included, as well as a Swedish translation of the U.K. Subs classic "The Same Thing" ("Samma sak").

Fast forward to 2024, and Urrke and Dregen are meeting with Wild Kingdom Records at the headquarters in Stockholm. During the meeting, they agreed on a deal to release everything MIDLIFE CRISIS had recorded between 2004 and 2018 on an excellent compilation album—on CD, vinyl, and digital platforms.

Dregen suggested the clever title '45 turns 33', and here we are, with the whole package ready to launch today.

The MIDLIFE CRISIS has never been more palpable or relevant than it is now!

Order '45 Turns 33' HERE

MIDLIFE CRISIS are:

Urrke Thunman - Lead Vocals, Bass Guitar

Dregen - Guitars, Backing vocals, Percussion

Mans P Mansson - Guitars, Backing vocals

Robert Eriksson - Drums, Backing vocals

Swedish Punk Rock Supergroup MIDLIFE CRISIS Release New Single "Sick of You"

Sweden’s punk rock scene has never seen anything quite like MIDLIFE CRISIS, a powerhouse supergroup rooted in the raw energy of ’77 Punk Rock. Comprised of legendary musicians from some of Sweden’s most iconic rock acts, the group features Urrke (Maryslim, Bizex-B), Dregen (Backyard Babies, The Hellacopters, Mike Monroe Band), Robban Eriksson (The Hellacopters, Strindbergs, Winnerbäck, Syl Sylvain), and Måns P Månsson (Crimson Shadows, Wrecks, Maggots).

In 2004, MIDLIFE CRISIS first joined forces to pay homage to their punk rock roots, recording three blistering renditions of old punk classics. These tracks debuted on a now-coveted vinyl EP, showcasing their collective passion for raw, unfiltered punk. Over the years, the band’s legacy grew with three additional EP releases, the latest hitting shelves in 2018.

Now, for the first time ever, MIDLIFE CRISIS is bringing their electrifying sound to digital platforms, making their music accessible to fans worldwide. Today, to celebrate this milestone, MIDLIFE CRISIS has dropped their first digital single off the upcoming release '45 Turns 33' titled “Sick of You” – a track that captures the snarling energy and rebellious spirit that defines the group.

MIDLIFE CRISIS are:

Urrke Thunman - Lead Vocals, Bass Guitar

Dregen - Guitars, Backing vocals, Percussion

Mans P Mansson - Guitars, Backing vocals

Robert Eriksson - Drums, Backing vocals