Sydney group the Hard-Ons, who have been cranking out their own brand of punk rock for nearly 40 years now (yes, they started young!), last week announced the addition of a new frontman/singer, one Tim Rogers. And today they've released the first single and video with Tim on board, a tearaway punk-pop number called 'Hold Tight".

Tim is a long time fan of the band, having first seen them play in his teens. And while he of course remains with You Am I as well, he has already recorded an album with the Hard-Ons. A tour was all set to go before lockdowns ramped up, and will definitely happen at some point.

Last week's announcement of the Hard-Ons' recruitment of Rogers was BIG NEWS and was met with excitement, bemusement and yes the inevitable few grumbles from old fans. But, as the new single attests - and punters first got to hear it yesterday when it was premiered by Zan Rowe on Double J's Mornings program - the new band gives absolutely nothing for anyone to complain about. "Hold Tight" is a perfect single, and Tim Rogers and the Hard-Ons are a perfect match.

With "Hold Tight" out now, the album I'm Sorry Sir, That Riff's Been Taken is out October 8, and currently available for pre-order and pre-saving. The album will be released on CD, digitally, and in a number of different colors of vinyl, each available in strictly limited quantities. Originally it was just black vinyl and a run on orange - with the orange vinyl having nearly sold out already on pre-orders the band has now added a short blue vinyl run.

Preorder at:
cheersquadrecordstapes.bandcamp.com/album/im-sorry-sir-that-riff-s-been-taken