Alternative Tentacles Records

12/06/2024

Alternative Tentacles Records is proud to partner with Hassle Records to present a brand new 7” from Denver, CO-based Dead Pioneers , "Bad Indian".

Pre-order your copy now at https://buff.ly/3VqjKzq

Starts shipping before release date of December 13th

Dead Pioneers, an Indigenous-led band, emerges from the intersection of performance art and punk, unapologetically giving voice to the unspoken. Fronted by renowned visual and performance artist Gregg Deal, the band blends spoken word, classic punk rhythms, and fresh ideas, all while retaining a familiar, raw sound. Their music is deeply rooted in punk's rebellious aesthetic and shaped by class consciousness, offering a powerful First Peoples perspective. Dead Pioneers confronts pressing economic, political, and social issues head-on, standing in solidarity with Indigenous rights, Black rights, Brown rights, Asian rights, LGBTQ+ rights, workers' rights, and more. From their original songs to spoken word backed by punk riffs, Dead Pioneers embody a love for music, art, and the DIY ethos that underpins a scene capable of saving lives

The Bad Indian 7” features three tracks pulled from their critically acclaimed self-titled full-length album on Hassle Records. Side A kicks off with the standout title track, Bad Indian, which draws listeners in with a slow, unforgettable build reminiscent of Suicidal Tendencies’ "Institutionalized." Side B delivers the high-octane We Were Punk First, a runaway train of a song that clocks in just over a minute. The record closes with Dreamcatcher, a 41-second spoken word piece that leaves a lasting impact long after the needle lifts from the vinyl.

Pre-order your copy now at https://buff.ly/3VqjKzq
A limited edition splatter vinyl is available to members of our Alternative Tentacles Patreon: https://buff.ly/4fuWTdw

12/05/2024

Winston Smith stopped by the bATcave to sign and number each of the limited edition golden Idol skateboards! That means we start shipping them out today!!

Very few left!! Make sure to snag one before they are gone!!
Head over to https://buff.ly/4ecBTXP to snag one!

Huge thank you to Studio Fallout & Gowdy for putting this all together!

12/04/2024

This Saturday!!! We partnering with Winston Smith’s Studio.fallout for the second time with to present The Bat Show Redux, featuring a retrospective of the Winston Smith original “bat” icon plus new artist interpretations. This time, we are celebrating our 45th Anniversary - “Giving Art a Bad Name since 1979.”

Saturday, Dec 7th 7:00pm at Studio Fallout
50-A Bannam Place in San Francisco’s North Beach neighborhood! See you there!!

Last years show was a huge hit! This year will be even bigger!

12/03/2024

The latest Alternative Tentacles Pre-order Production Update was posted over the weekend, giving some insight as to the status of some of the outstanding pre-orders people have been waiting for. Take a look for more info:

Greetings fellow Tentacles, Time has come for our monthly production update on the outstanding pre-orders you are waiting for. These updates are just for our announced pre-orders, we have a lot more in the works that we have not announced. We have also done a lot of moving around, and have moved som...

11/29/2024

Get 30% off today on select items in our online store today! Discounts are applied in checkout! See what's for sale!

https://alternativetentacles.com/collections/garage-sale

11/28/2024

Check out some of the amazing items available at 30% off during our weeklong BLACK FRIDAY SALE! With lots of new records arriving soon, clearing space on our shelves is a big help—and your chance to snag great deals. Browse our sale section today, and remember: the discount applies at checkout!

Find it all here: https://buff.ly/3Xy4C4p

Jello Biafra & The Guantanamo School of Medicine "Tea Party Revenge P**n" LP
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Wesley Willis & The Dragnews "Greatest Hits Volume 3" CD
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Tea Party Revenge P**n Coffee Mug
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"Thieves In High Places" by Jimmy Hightower Book
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Jello Biafra & Nomeansno "The Sky Is Falling and I want My Mommy" Cassette
https://buff.ly/3Zs0GmW

Pansy Division "Life in A Gay Rock Band" DVD
https://buff.ly/3B2S7p6

11/26/2024

Back in black!

It started as kind of a joke, but then it looked really badass. Now it's kind of a tradition... I guess? Our black on black Bat Logo T-shirt and Long Sleeve are back in the online store once more!

Black on Black Unisex T-shirt: https://alternativetentacles.com/collections/black-on-black-bat-logo/products/black-on-black-a-t-bat-logo-unisex-t-shirt

Black on Black Long Sleeve Shirt:
https://alternativetentacles.com/collections/black-on-black-bat-logo/products/unisex-long-sleeve-tee-2

11/26/2024

🚨 BLACK FRIDAY WEEK SALE! 🚨
Starting NOW through Friday, November 29th, take advantage of massive savings at Alternative Tentacles Records! 🖤🎶

🛍️ Deals on EVERYTHING:
🎵 Vinyl
💿 CDs
📼 Cassettes
🎬 DVDs
📚 Books
👕 Apparel
🖼️ Posters..and so much more!

🎯 Don’t miss your chance to stock up on your favorite alternative releases, underground merch, and collectibles. Whether you're shopping for gifts or treating yourself, we've got you covered.

🔥 Shop Now: https://alternativetentacles.com/collections/garage-sale
📅 Sale ends 11/29 at midnight PST.

📢 Spread the word!

11/23/2024

Stephen Miller & Elizabeth Bathory
Separated at birth?
-Biafra

11/22/2024

Dominic Davi (of Tsunami Bomb) walks through some of the Digital-Only releases on Alternative Tentacles and showcases songs from Jello Biafra & The Guantanamo School of Medicine, The November 3, S***k Machine, Ani Kyd Wolf, Fish Karama and/or The DErailleurs, and Pachinko on the latest episode of the Alternative Tentacles bATcast!

Hear it everywhere you listen to podcasts or listen here:
https://alternativetentacles.com/blogs/news/batcast-210-exploring-digital-only-releases-on-alternative-tentacles-records

Stream these releases anywhere you listen to music or download them from https://alternativetentacles.com/collections/releases

11/21/2024

Back by popular demand! This iconic tee, designed by none other than Winston Smith himself, is back in our store. Unsure if Trump actually hates you? Let's do a quick test if you are unsure.

Step 1: Check your bank account.

Did you have to check? Congrats—you’re in with the rest of us! Available now!

As much as we wish we didn't have to bring this one back, this banger of a Tee was designed by Winston Smith himself. Simple and clear, wear it with pride. We do. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²)• Pre-shrunk fabric....

11/20/2024

**AUTOGRAPHED BOARDS START SHIPPING DECEMBER 5TH!**
https://alternativetentacles.com/products/pre-order-winston-smith-golden-idol-skate-deck-limited-edition-of-100-signed-and-numbered-pre-order

Get yours in time for the Holidays! Winston’s Smith’s “Golden Idol" Skateboard Limited Edition of 100 - Signed and Numbered!

Get your hands on this exclusive, limited edition GOLDEN “IDOL” Skate Deck featuring Winston Smith's “In God We Trust, Inc.” composition!

The “Idol” image, dating back to 1977, gained notoriety as the provocative record cover for Dead Kennedys, “In God We Trust, Inc”, and its 'Cross of Dollars' image is hailed as a significant contribution to punk history.Sanctioned by Winston Smith and produced by his company, Studio Fallout, this board is available exclusively at Alternative Tentacles!

Get yours: https://alternativetentacles.com/products/pre-order-winston-smith-golden-idol-skate-deck-limited-edition-of-100-signed-and-numbered-pre-order

We have the boards in stock, and they are all getting signed by Winston Smith! We will start shipping them out on Dec. 5!

11/19/2024

Alternative Tentacles artist Ani Kyd Wolf has killer merch available now! Rock a shirt from her solo work or rep her badass bands S***k Machine and Fuel Injected .45!
Head over to https://alternativetentacles.com/collections/spank-machine-ani-kyd and grab yours today!
🖤🤘

💥Have you heard her albums? Take a dive into her amazing work and hear one of the most powerful voices in the underground scene! 💥

***kMachine

11/18/2024

AVAILABLE NOW!

Finally back on vinyl after 20 years, made with the original analog master!

"Talk about a wall of sound! One of the best things D.O.A. or I ever did!" - Jello Biafra

https://alternativetentacles.com/collections/releases/products/v078-jello_biafra_with_doa-last_scream_of_the_missing_neighbors

Using the original mothers, the album sounds as fierce and amazing as ever! Backed by D.O.A. in their 80s incarnation mixing punk and thrash metal, with Biafra giving some of his most furious vocal performances of all time. The entire album is for those who gravitate towards the heavier side of Biafra, like his work with LARD and Jelvins; just listen to the epic “Full Metal Jackoff,” a furious 14-minute song that touches on then-relevant topics such as Willie Horton, the Iran-Contra Affair, Oliver North, the crack epidemic, and make for an unforgettable album.

Get yours now! Available in wide release black and limited artist edition split black/yellow! Find the limited indie record store edition on yellow vinyl at your favorite local record store, and sign up to our Patreon to get a copy of the ultra rare splatter edition!

More on the patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/AlternativeTentaclesRecords

11/15/2024

That feeling at the end of a rough week, you see that Alice Donut is playing a show.

Tickets on sale now! Get yours at: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/00006164E5A43A41

11/14/2024

🚨 New Merch Alert! 🚨

Our "Stop Project 2025" T-shirt is now available! Designed by John Yates (stealworks.com) grab yours now!

Available at https://buff.ly/40MTO4r

This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for all. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester) • Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²) • Pre-shrunk fabric ...

11/13/2024

We are thrilled to announce that Jello Biafra & D.O.A. “Last Scream Of The Missing Neighbors” is in stock at the bATcave. All pre-orders will be shipping out starting today!

Finally, back on vinyl after almost 20 years!!! Last Scream of The Missing Neighbors is the album-length result of Jello Biafra’s collaboration with long-time associates D.O.A. for the super soundtrack of the 1990 dystopian comedy film, Terminal City Ricochet!

Long unavailable on vinyl, there were several failed attempts to digitally re-master the album until the original all analog masters by George Horn and Jello Biafra were rediscovered! Using the original mothers, the album sounds as fierce and amazing as ever! Backed by D.O.A. in their 80s incarnation mixing punk and thrash metal, with Biafra giving some of his most furious vocal performances of all time. The entire album is for those who gravitate towards the heavier side of Biafra, like his work with LARD and Jelvins; just listen to the epic “Full Metal Jackoff,” a furious 14-minute song that touches on then-relevant topics such as Willie Horton, the Iran-Contra Affair, Oliver North, the crack epidemic, and make for an unforgettable album. Punknews.org said of the album in 2017, “At the time of the release, Last Scream may have seemed to be pushing real issues into the absurd and maybe it seemed like it was jumping at shadows. But, now it becomes clear that these tales were all too real.”

Order your copy today: https://buff.ly/3UOmLcA

11/12/2024

We’ve confirmed the holiday shipping deadlines with USPS and our shipping partners to help ensure your orders from alternativetentacles.com arrive in time for Christmas!

• Domestic orders: Place your order by December 9th
• International orders: Place your order by November 26th

Orders placed after these dates may still arrive by Christmas, but we can’t guarantee it. Be sure to order by these deadlines to have the best chance of on-time delivery!