Green Day continues to expand on the celebration of the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed album American Idiot, bringing fans three new tracks just ahead of the upcoming deluxe release. The band shared a demo, a B-side, and a live hit, each showcasing unique elements of their signature punk rock style. Set to release next month, this deluxe edition also promises bonus songs and unreleased demos, all contributing to the overall celebration which includes a documentary titled 20 Years Of American Idiot. For more details, visit the full article on Kerrang! here.
Additionally, Green Day's side project, Pinhead Gunpowder, has announced their first new album since 2008 named UNT. The band, featuring Billie Joe Armstrong and Jason White, has teased that this new release will be their catchiest and most poignant work to date. More information can be found here.
Fans have recently been treated to a performance of a sped-up version of 'Good Riddance' by the band during a stormy concert in St. Louis, marking their North American tour kickoff. For a recap of the setlist from the event, check out the details on Kerrang! here: setlist recap.
As part of their promotional efforts, Green Day also released a skate film titled Monsters & Saviors, soundtracked with music from their albums, including Longview and American Idiot. The 11-minute film, made in collaboration with the Monster Energy skate crew, showcases a blend of skate culture and the band’s iconic sound, watch it here.
Green Day is undeniably keeping busy as they celebrate the legacy of American Idiot while also embracing new endeavors with both their main act and side projects. To keep up with their latest news, visit Kerrang!'s dedicated section on music.