There’s something cathartic about escaping down an open highway with the windows down, music blaring, and your worries left in the rearview. Southeastern Michigan ska-punk powerhouse The Boy Detective capture that exact moment of carefree euphoria on their new single, ‘American Farts’ out October 10th on Punkerton Records.
Produced by Roger Lima (Less Than Jake) and mixed/mastered by Eric Taft (The Dangerous Summer, Cliffdiver, We Are The Union), ‘American Farts’ is a blast of melody, humor, and heart — a classic ska-punk singalong tailor-made for road trips, basement shows, and bad days turned good. The song’s high-octane horns, shout-along chorus, and warm sense of humor make it an instant anthem for anyone who’s ever needed a musical pick-me-up. “Sometimes you just want to take your partner out for a ride, crank up the stereo, roll down the windows and sing out your lungs. The little things, that’s all…”
Following the success of 2024’s ‘Art Theft‘, The Boy Detective return with their sophomore full-length ‘Disco Lunch’ — a riotous, high-energy record that doubles down on their signature mix of ska-core grooves, punk urgency, and self-aware humor. From blistering horn lines to melodic hooks and lyrical absurdity, the band delivers an album that’s as infectious as it is heartfelt. “When we say we threw everything and the kitchen sink in, we meant it. ‘Disco Lunch’ is ten songs that span almost two decades. We’ve opened the vault, collected, and distributed these gems for you. So go ahead and take out a withdrawal on ‘Disco Lunch’—you’ll be thankful for the wait. Let’s boogie!” — Benny Capaul (vocals)
Upcoming Tour Dates:
November 13th – Frankie’s – Toledo, OH (w/ J. Navarro & The Traitors, Frank White, Sabon, Dads on Couches)
November 14th – Shakespeare’s Lower Level – Kalamazoo, MI (w/ Brunt of It, Dance Contraption, Reckless Rhythms)
November 15th – Broadway Theatre – Mount Pleasant, MI (w/ Bad Mouth, The Write-Ups, Sabon)
November 16th – The Wastement – Warren, MI (w/ Middle Out, Dads on Couches, Sabon)