Sticky Fingaz is proud to present Fat Wreck Mainstays
Strung Out (usa) NZ Tour September 2026
Celebrating their classic LP Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues and other hits from there 35 year career at top of their game
Strung Out
w/ The Vile Maxim, Tempo 38 and Tooms
Sat Sept 12th - Auckland
Whammy Bar
R18, Doors 8pm
STRUNG OUT (USA) RETURN FOR FULL-BLOWN NZ TOUR—PERFORMING Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues IN FULL
Strung Out tore through NZ in 2023, and you lapped it up.
You loved them, and they loved you—so much so that they’re returning this September for a full-blown New Zealand tour, hitting four locations across both the North and South Island.
And this time, they’re bringing something special.
Marking the 30th anniversary of Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues, the band are set to play the critically acclaimed, classic album in full. One of punk’s holy grails, it’s fast, ferocious, and precise—a record that helped define the genre and influenced generations of bands that followed.
Released in 1996, Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues pushed the boundaries of the genre—faster, sharper, and more intricate than anything that came before.
Three decades on, it still hits hard, and hearing it played live, front to back, is an experience no self-respecting punk fan can miss.
Hailing from Simi Valley, California, Strung Out are long-standing punk rock royalty and one of Fat Wreck Chords’ defining “big four.” With decades of touring under their belts, they have a proven track record of igniting crowds and delivering high-octane, full-throttle punk shows.
Expect a night of relentless energy: razor-sharp riffs, pounding drums, and shout-along choruses delivered with force.
This is controlled chaos at its best: sweat-soaked rooms, ringing ears, and intensity that pulls you right in.
Last time Strung Out were here, shows sold out. This run will be no different.
Don’t sleep on it, or you’ll miss it.
Bio
Hailing from Simi Valley, California, Strung Out have spent over three decades shaping the sound of melodic hardcore punk.
Fronted by longtime vocalist Jason Cruz, the band built a reputation for blending breakneck skate punk speed with metal-influenced precision and sharp, memorable melodies.
Their music has always combined technical skill with relentless energy, earning them a place as one of Fat Wreck Chords’ defining “big four.”
The 1996 album Suburban Teenage Wasteland Blues remains a landmark in the genre: fast, intricate, and ferociously melodic, it has influenced generations of punk and hardcore bands worldwide. Over the years, Strung Out’s catalogue has grown to balance aggression and sophistication, showcasing a band unafraid to push the boundaries of punk while staying true to its core intensity.
Known for their electrifying live performances, Strung Out have toured relentlessly, earning a reputation as one of punk’s most dynamic live acts. Their shows are high-energy, technically precise, and built to get audiences moving from start to finish.
In 2024, the band released their newest record, Dead Rebellion, adding another chapter to their enduring career. Even after decades on the road, Strung Out remain committed to evolving their sound while delivering the intensity, passion, and precision that have defined them from the beginning
