Author: Info Funtastic

PAINT FUMES has been around the block and had more than a few major life events since “Egyptian Rats” and “Uck Life,” their first records with Slovenly back in 2012, being the scuzziest in 2013: their first Eurotour was canceled after frontman Elijah got hit by a car. Thankfully, his life was not cancelled!
Fast forward to 2023: after several lineup changes they busted “Real Romancer” (Bachelor Records), which is a top-notch powerpop album . In 2025, Slovenly welcomed the Fumes home with a new single, “Crime of Love”, which they now come to present along with the rest of their wild repertoire.

2001, Paris. Cecilia and Iwan of the No-Talents teamed up again, joined by Fred and Nicus of Les Terribles, and their friend Eve on keyboards.
They came up with a different sound, closer to punk wave or shall I say synth punk?
The band split up 15 years ago  after recording one LP and  four  singles, and is coming back together only for a special appearance at Funtastic.

JJ & the A’s, from Denmark/Barcelona, started in 2022 as a recording project between three friends from across the globe, all of whom played in many bands throughout the past decade. In the summer 2023 they emerged as a five piece live band at the infamous K-town Hardcore Fest, and have been playing shows around Europe and UK ever since.

Their sound consists of short and fast songs (mostly) that have a heavy backbone of keyboard and fuzz that saturates a relentless onslaught of primitive snotty punk rock. An eclectic mix of genres that ranges from garage to early hardcore punk with some 60’s soul and space-rock vibes in between. The band has never been afraid to mix genres and styles and experiment with new sounds. Drawing inspiration from early KBD punk and almost every rock genre, they have compiled a large amount of songs which have a weirdo punk vibe and explosive energy.

JJ & the A’s output thus far consists of the incendiary self-titled EP, their slightly more melodic “Eyeballer” EP, and a compilation cassette (Society Sucker Radio). All records have been released by seminal London based labe,l La Vida Es Un Mus, with an LP slated for release on the label later in 2025.

Check them out at this year’s Funtastic!!

Storming out of Los Angeles, The Reflectors inject a fresh, contemporary energy into the classic Power Pop genre. They fuse pop sensibilities with a punk rock edge, reminiscent of iconic bands like Buzzcocks, 20/20, and The Nerves. With infectious hooks and harmonies, their sound is a captivating blend of raw punk energy and melodic sweetness, establishing themselves as a formidable force.

Ian Kay is shaking up today’s 60’s music scene with raw, electrifying energy. Born in France with armenian roots, he’s spent the past eight years in Barcelona, crafting a sound that’s as bold as his journey.
His debut album, Walk That Road Again, produced in L.A. by Jeremy Yeremian, was recorded at the legendary Valentine Recording Studios—the same hallowed space where The Beach Boys and Kenny Rogers once created their magic. Ian didn’t just write the songs; he played every instrument, layering each part on reel-to-reel for an authentic analog sound.
Now, one year later, he’s back with a brand-new single on Discos Antifaz, showcasing a gritty, soul-driven beat with a sixties punk attitude.
Drawing on influences like The Kinks, The Byrds, and The Easybeats, his music dives deep into love, heartbreak, and personal awakenings, resonating with fans worldwide.