Punk rock power trio Ultrabomb return with their explosive new single ‘Artificial Stars’. The he track marks the first release from the band’s forthcoming full-length album ‘The Bridges That We Burn’, due May 1st, 2026 via DC-Jam Records / Virgin Music Group.
Greg Norton explains: “Sitting in our bunkers, we only have artificial stars to look at. We are all scarred, but we keep reaching for those stars.”
Ultrabomb’s legacy is firmly rooted in punk rock history, thanks to the combined pedigree of its members. On bass and vocals is Greg Norton, a founding member of Hüsker Dü, one of the most influential American punk bands of all time, whose impact continues to resonate through generations of artists including The Pixies, Green Day, and Foo Fighters. On drums and vocals is Derek O’Brien, best known for his work with Social Distortion, as well as pivotal roles in Agent Orange, Adolescents, and D.I. On guitar and vocals is Ryan Smith, a veteran songwriter, musician, and producer widely recognized for his work with Soul Asylum.
Together, Ultrabomb channel their collective history into a sound that remains direct, urgent, and uncompromising — classic punk energy sharpened by perspective and purpose.