Pittsburgh punk fans, this one’s for you! Sauna Sessions Vol. 1 brings together two powerhouse bands, Latecomer and Fuck Yeah, Dinosaurs!, for a split LP packed with raw energy, unexpected covers, and a whole lot of attitude. Pressed to perfection at Hellbender Vinyl, this record captures the grit and unpredictability that makes punk rock so damn good.
Latecomer’s side delivers a melodic yet hard-hitting sound reminiscent of '90s punk, blending personal storytelling with sharp social commentary. From the anthemic "Softage" to their bold cover of The Drifters’ "Last Dance," they channel influences like Face to Face and Lagwagon while keeping things fresh and urgent.
On the flip side, Fuck Yeah, Dinosaurs! take punk absurdity to a whole new level. With songs about prehistoric party animals ("Jurassic Drunks") and a wild retelling of baseball legend Dock Ellis’ LSD-fueled no-hitter ("Raptors II Ellis D."), their sound is a chaotic mix of Dead Kennedys, Guttermouth, and straight-up madness.
With both bands throwing in killer covers to close their sides, Sauna Sessions Vol. 1 is as unpredictable as it is essential. And now, thanks to Hellbender Vinyl, you can experience it in all its analog glory.
