Diyno Mixtape: the best of December 2025 and January 2026 releases – our suggestions
December 2025 and January 2026 releases selected for our monthly column Diyno Mixtape
As usual, also in December and January, we discovered and listened to a lot of stuff, selecting for you the releases you find in Diyno Mixtape. As always, ample space for different subgenres and bands from various countries around the world. Happy listening!
Be curious and if you have advice or opinions to give us on December and January releases, feel free to contact us on our social media or via email!
If you’re interested in the physical copy of any of these albums, you can write to info@radiopunk.it. Some are in our catalog, some could be available on demand.
In this article:
Punk Oi!
Irati58 – Seguimos aquí
Closely tied to their native Navarre, so much so that they took their name from a forest and a river in the area, this band offers eleven beautiful tracks on their second album, with oi! that is angry enough, but also melodic and catchy, to satisfy a variety of musical tastes. The lyrics, one in Basque and the rest in Castilian, express in a sincere and direct way nostalgia for the past, anger at the present, and fears and hopes for the future, always supported by a proudly anti-fascist and anti-capitalist spirit in which words become battle cries:
Hoy mi rabia sigue intacta, Y nada lo cambiará Enfrentado como siempre, al poder del capital Al fascismo exacerbado y al sistema patriarcal Aquí sigo con mi lucha, Siempre gritando ACAB.
(Mi Condena)
Plakkaggio – Cosmo (Motorcity Produzioni – 12″ LP, CD)
Plakkaggio are back, and this time they’re wearing space suits, and they are landing on Earth with their new album, Cosmo. Plakkaggio have always been one of those bands that you simply love without any doubt, whether it’s because of their self-deprecating humour, their refined language, their absurd references to super nerdy metal bands, or their great ability to get all together, even bystanders, to sing along under the stage. Whatever the reason, it’s hard to find anyone who doesn’t appreciate the band from Colleferro. All this wordy intro to say that Cosmo is a Plakkaggio-style album from A to Z, their New Wave of Black Heavy Metal Oi! veers back towards the style of Ziggurath; in fact, there is the right dose of metal infused with Oi! and punk, there are fun songs like “Cibo Scaduto” and “Posto di Blocco”, but also anthems to sing at the top of your lungs like “La Nostra Curva” and “Spada”. We loved this album, wasn’t it clear?! Great guys, Plakkaggio supports Rivolta!
Caino – S/T
Five tracks plus a cover of Colonna Infame shape the debut album from this quintet from Sassari. Musically, we are dealing with Oi!, heavily influenced by hardcore punk. Streetwise, anti-fascist themes and a love/hate relationship with their city flow beneath a soundscape formed by rock-solid drums. The metallic sound of the bass and the powerful guitar riffs with just the right melodic vein intertwine perfectly with the vocals and backing vocals. If you like bands such as Azione Diretta, Banda Del Rione or, to stay in Sardinia, C4, click play below. A wonderful EP, to say the least!
Ska Punk
Sad Snack – Vending Machine (Sell the Heart Records | 12” LP / CD)
The horn section is definitely the highlight of this beautiful album by the band from San Francisco, California, and if we add the well-balanced alternation of voices and a vigorous rhythm section, we have an energetic and explosive ska-punk menu that will delight every lover of the genre. Furthermore, as is often the case, the cheerful tone of the music creates a contrast of great emotional impact with the existential angst expressed in the lyrics. Nine tracks to listen to on repeat!
Anti-skapitalista – Treize: Douze Morceaux (DIY | CD)
Released physically on December 13 (in most of Europe 13/12) and digitally a month later, this album is a veritable political manifesto. Against capitalism, as the band’s name suggests, but also against fascism, racism, police violence, and toxic masculinity. The lyrics, some in English and others in French, are biting, direct, and aggressive, as is Nina’s beautiful voice, supported by a solid horn section. Yes, because as you may have guessed, this is powerful and militant ska-punk. An excellent debut for the Brussels band. If you love the genre, don’t miss it!
Filthy Militia – High Ground (Pookout Records | 12” LP)
It’s the first full-length album by this London band, who offer us a very original ska-punk sound thanks to multiple influences, especially metal and dub. In the witty and ironic lyrics, introspection is linked to a political and social analysis of modern times, from which emerge people who are lonely and alienated by capitalism and new media, but also encouragement to react and rediscover lost humanity. The solos on the various instruments, the obsessively repeated verses, and the choruses make the nine tracks very suitable for live performances. A little gem that you will love especially if you are a fan of bands like Call Me Malcolm and Codename Colin.
Resaka Sonora – Crépuscule (Fire and Flames, Sabor Discos, Discos Machete, Rumagna Sgroza, Rusty Knife | LP)
“This six-track release explores a world in decay, where force has replaced law, and where our solitudes grow ever more entrenched. From Bogotá to Gaza, from Tehran to Barcelona, from Bilbao to Blanquefort, via Santiago de Chile, Crépuscule is made up of fragments of stories and small acts of resistance, drawing us into the heart of an endless night. As we wait for the dawn.” This is how the band, hailing from Bordeaux but international and internationalist in spirit, presents the record. The lyrics are written in several languages, mainly French and Spanish, and various labels from different countries contributed to the production of the album. Politically engaged ska-punk that makes you think and at the same time draws you in and involves you in a liberating dance, “the soundtrack of our victories,” as the title of the first single says. Super!
Punk Rock
Arrested Denial – Nirgendwo Angekommen (Bakraufarfita Records | 12” LP / CD)
If you love the prolific genre of highly politicized German punk rock, this album is definitely for you. The Hamburg band, which started out singing in English but then switched to their native language, offers us eleven tracks of energetic and melodic punk rock, which at times nods to ska-punk or streetpunk. The album is further enhanced by guest appearances from Steff (Alarmsignal), Tex (Teluxe), and Sunny (Kitty Coaster). A must-have!
Forgetaboutit – Orchestrated world (DIY | 12” LP)
Active for a decade now, this band from Oslo, Norway, is heavily influenced by 90s skate punk. The result? 13 fast-paced, catchy tracks, full of energy and singalongs. The lyrics, in English, paint a ruthless portrait of today’s society and the discomfort it creates in each individual’s soul. If you love bands like Bad Religion, NOFX, or Millencolin, this album is a must-have for your collection!
Post Punk
Cemento – Bad Dream Songs (Iron Lung Records | 12″ LP)
Post-punk lovers take note, you absolutely cannot miss this album! Bad Dream Songs by Cemento, a band from Los Angeles, is an incredibly magnetic album that emanates an irresistible smoky and icy aura. The 11 tracks flow harmoniously, with a reverberating voice that seems to sing from afar, accompanied by a guitar that alternates between clear, typically new wave parts and raw, distorted parts. The drums and bass form an incredible duo that manages to balance everything while remaining on the border between post-punk and punk. On Bandcamp, they describe their project with the phrase “That’s what drives us, living in the moment… together”, a phrase that we feel is very much our own and which explains the great energy that emerges from this beautiful album. Wonderful!
Ritual Disorder – S/T
Post-punk has always given me winter vibes. I like to listen to it on rainy days when the sun sets in the afternoon, preferably wrapped in a checked fleece and sipping ginger tea. I just can’t imagine Ritual Disorder playing this record in Brisbane when it’s 31 degrees outside in January. Maybe that’s just me… That said, I thoroughly enjoy these five comforting, soft and enveloping post-punk tracks, with their clear guitar riffs, beautifully rhythmic drums and very captivating bass lines. The parts where Kate’s lead vocals are overlaid with male vocals are beautiful. You’ll love it!
Crust Punk
Disforia / Dishönor – Split (Zas! Autoproduzioni, Meat-Grinder Records, Wrong Disk Records, Tifiamo Rivolta Co-Produzioni, Aspects Of Noise | 7”)
I have in my hands this 7” containing the split between Disforia from Italy and Dishönor from Greece. Four songs, two per band, steeped in putrid crust punk with vocals in Italian for Disforia and in English for Dishönor. This split is the perfect soundtrack for this rotten world and this society in free fall. A record that shows how sometimes simple things can be flawless and great!
Culture Shaping Violence – Echoes From The Dark (R.I.P. Peace, Distorted Sedition | Tape)
The New York band picks up the baton from their city’s crust bands and emerges with a truly overwhelming debut demo. Six tracks, including an interlude inserted halfway through to give us a break from these chaotic and gloomy atmospheres, make up this tape, the result of a collaboration between an Australian label (R.i.p. Peace) and an American label (Distorted Sedition). The double vocals reminiscent of Nausea and the mix of dark anarcho-punk, wild and magmatic crust punk and the most rotten stenchcore make this Echoes From The Dark a crazy thing!
Hardcore Punk
Morsa – I
This politicised hardcore punk album comes out of Tuscia (part of Tuscany and Lazio), where the screamed but “cleaner” vocals mix with the more shrill ones to create a nice blend. The riffs are explosive, original and varied, while the flawless sounds provide the right energy. The bass and drums hammer away brilliantly, and we can’t wait to throw ourselves under the stage with our index fingers raised, especially because with lyrics like these, we’re in heaven! We’ll end by saying that with this excellent artwork by Edoardo Perazzini, we hope the album will soon be released in physical format.
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Mashaal – Demo
The thing that strikes me most when listening to this album is the sincere anger, the kind of anger you only feel if you experience certain situations daily. Mashaal is a London-based band that describes itself as “made up of immigrants and children of immigrants”, and its lyrics, which largely address this topic, literally pierced my heart and made me empathise with them. These direct words fit perfectly with the angry, powerful hardcore sound. If this is the demo, we can’t wait for the first album!
Gylt – In 1,000 Agonies, I Exist (Get Better Records | 7″)
With the EP title taken from a verse in Fyodor Dostoevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov, this new band from Los Angeles makes our minds blow with their sharp, chaotic and at times sludgy hardcore punk. Eight tracks full of desperate screams and rhythms that are at times fast, at times measured. A fresh and contemporary album that leaves an immediate impact!
Karoshi – Trabajo = Muerte
Karoshi is a Japanese term that refers to death from overwork, and it is also the name of this amazing band from Medellín, Colombia. It is also interesting to note that the title of this album is essentially the Spanish translation of Karoshi. But enough with the trivia! This album kicks off with an explosive mix of hardcore punk with a touch of d-beat and raw punk, as can be easily guessed from the artwork. Well, lovers of noise and fast, angry hardcore, you will find these seven tracks fabulous!
Garage Punk
Dragon Chopstick – Demo (Flamingo Records | Tape)
This new, extremely exciting garage punk/power pop/punk rock trio hails from Genoa and consists of Tony on vocals and guitar, Albe on bass, and Martino on drums. The members come from previous experiences in other bands such as Cocks, Small Thing, Stiglitz and Megadriver, and we must say that the confidence of the three comes across loud and clear in this demo. Seven tracks that simply work perfectly, just the right amount of melody, just the right amount of speed, just the right amount of rawness and distortion, in which each instrument emerges without taking away from the others. Amazing!
Benefit EP
Panopticon – The Poppies Bloom For No King (EP)
We are making an extraordinary departure from punk music for a worthy cause: a benefit organized by Panopticon (a well-known group in the RABM scene). No physical copies of this EP will be released, and most of the proceeds will go toward providing legal assistance to families affected by ICE deportations.
The EP has two killer tracks: the first is built around a speech given by a friend of Panopticon, a US citizen of Persian origin who tells his immigration story and explains how the current administration and political climate have affected his life.
The second track is a remix from a 2008 album.
Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
For as Sohrab mused:
“As long as the poppies bloom, life must be lived.”
If you like this genre… listen and support! Fuck ICE.