Canadian punk rock torchbearers Calling All Captains have announced their new EP, ‘The Things That I’ve Lost’, out January 9th, 2026 via New Damage Records. The seven-track release, recorded with longtime collaborator Quinn Cyrankiewicz (Royal Tusk) at The Audio Department in Edmonton, AB, showcases the band at their most raw, refined, and resilient. Mixed by Tim Creviston and mastered by Stuart McKillop (Rain City Recorders), the EP chronicles themes of burnout, grief, and fractured identity with unflinching honesty.
The first taste arrives in the form of the new single ‘A New Type of Grey’, alongside the EP pre-order. “Our new song ‘A New Type Of Grey’ touches on the in-between feelings of looking at the world in a black and white way,” explains vocalist Luc Gauthier. “Succumbing to your insecurities and focusing on your weaknesses can lead to black and white thinking. As to say if something isn’t 100% good, then it’s 100% bad. However, that is not the reality. Our own hopes and dreams can fester into wonderful things if we can find a new type of hope in the black and white.”
Luc adds: “The music video for ‘A New Type of Grey’ is one that is very personal to me, being indigenous. Before doing music full-time I was working within the social services field directly with Indigenous youth as a cultural support worker. I’m thankful to have had that position as it allowed me to support their identity and provide opportunities for any cultural activities for extra curricular outings. [Kinship care is being placed with a family members but still being a part of the foster care system (which is why the foster care worker drops her off still)]. Massive thank you to all the actors and crew who worked 3 full days and nights to make this happen.”
With a dynamic lineup of Luc Gauthier (vocals), Connor Dawkins (guitar/vocals), Brad Bremner (guitar/vocals), and Tim Wilson (drums), Calling All Captains have built a reputation for turning personal struggle into explosive, emotionally charged punk rock. Their sound fuses post-hardcore grit with pop-punk urgency and alt-rock weight, resulting in a cathartic blend of vulnerability and volatility.
‘The Things That I’ve Lost’ also features a standout co-write on ‘Blood for Blood’ with acclaimed songwriter Tom Denney (A Day to Remember, Pierce the Veil, Neck Deep)—a powerful testament to the band’s growing creative reach.
“This is the most personal release we’ve ever put out,” adds Gauthier. “These songs came from a place of reflecting on everything we’ve been through, personally and as a band. It’s raw, but it’s real. And I think people will feel that.”
The EP follows national Canadian and U.S. headline tours and major festival appearances that have cemented Calling All Captains as one of the most promising bands in the scene. With new music, international ambitions, and an ever-expanding fanbase, the band is poised to enter its most defining era yet.
‘The Things That I’ve Lost’ may tell the story of breaking down, but Calling All Captains are already proving what comes next is all about rising up.
Upcoming Canadian tour dates:
September 26th – Warehouse Concert Hall – St. Catharines, Ontario
September 27th – The Hub – Kitchener, Ontario
September 28th – The Rec Room – Barrie, Ontario
September 29th – Digital Arts Resource Centre (formerly Saw Video) – Ottawa, Ontario
September 30th – Toscadura – Montréal, Québec
October 1st – The Cap – Fredericton Road, Ontario
October 2nd – Trailside Music Hall – Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
October 3rd – Gus’ Pub – Halifax, Nova Scotia
October 4th – Xeroz Arcade Bar – Moncton, New Brunswick
October 6th – L’Anti Bar & Spectacles – Québec, Québec
October 7th – The Mansion – Kingston, Ontario
October 8th – Townehouse Tavern – New Sudbury, Ontario
October 9th – Black Pirates Pub – Thunder Bay, Ontario
October 10th – Sidestage – Winnipeg, Manitoba
October 11th – The Exchange – Regina, Saskatchewan
October 12th – Black Cat Tavern – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
October 14th – Jackknife Brewing – Kelowna, British Columbia
October 15th – Jackknife Brewing – Kelowna, British Columbia
October 16th – The Cobalt – Vancouver, British Columbia
October 17th – The Royal – Nelson, British Columbia
October 18th – The Northern Bar & Stage – Fernie, British Columbia
November 22nd – Union Hall – Ten Second Epic Reunion Show – Edmonton, Alberta