Pure Noise Records and Pabst Blue Ribbon announce 'Dead Formats Volume 2'

Pure Noise Records and Pabst Blue Ribbon join forces once more to release Dead Formats Volume 2 on September 8, a 15-track compilation where Pure Noise artists breathe new life into iconic hits by the likes of Elton John, New Radicals, The Kinks, and Taking Back Sunday.

The concept of the Dead Formats series originated as an avenue for fans to explore fresh, like-minded artists, reminiscent of the iconic compilations of the past, such as Atticus' Dragging The Lake and Punk O Rama. With Dead Formats Volume 2, this concept expands to encompass a diverse range of artists from various eras.

Josh Feingold, Senior Director of Marketing Partnerships at Pabst Blue Ribbon, said about the release:

"PBR has a long history of engaging and supporting artists so for us to be able to work with Pure Noise is really special. We love this concept and knowing that the artists involved had fun putting this together makes it all rewarding. We hope it's a record that inspires discovery and nostalgia from the legendary comps."

The release features Pure Noise Records artists like Less Than Jake, who covers The Kinks' "Come Dancing," and Knuckle Puck, who breathes new life into Third Eye Blind's "Losing A Whole Year." Additionally, Lavalove offers their unique rendition of Nirvana's "Lithium."

Pre-order Dead Formats Volume 2 alongside a limited edition merch collaboration between Pure Noise Records and Pabst Blue Ribbon, and watch the visualiser for “Come Dancing”:

Dead Formats Volume 2 Tracklist:

1. Less Than Jake "Come Dancing" (Original by The Kinks)

2. Knuckle Puck "Losing A Whole Year" (Original by Third Eye Blind)

3. Lavalove "Lithium" (Original by Nirvana)

4. The Chisel "Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting)" (Original by Elton John)

5. Koyo "Do You Still Hate Me?" (Original by Jawbreaker)

6. Prince Daddy and the Hyena "You Get What You Give" (Original by New Radicals)

7. The Early November "Bizarre Love Triangle" (Original by New Order)

8. The Seafloor Cinema "Cute Without the E" (Original by Taking Back Sunday)

9. Belmont "Lying From You" (Original by Linkin Park)

10. Mugshot "Get This" (Original by Slipknot)

11. Action/Adventure "Hanging By A Moment" (Original by Lifehouse)

12. Youth Fountain "Look What Happened" (Original by Less Than Jake)

13. Mint Green "Drive" (Original by Incubus)

14. Sad Park "Sink To The Bottom" (Original by Fountains Of Wayne)

15. The Bouncing Souls "In The Dark" ( Orginal by Toots And The Maytals)