Catching Up: The latest from BFS
- Jaret Reddick
- Nov 13
- 3 min read
Updated: Nov 14
Wow! It’s Been a Bit!
I was doing so good at these blogs for a while, but stuff’s just been crazy - in the best possible way!
The tour this past summer with Simple Plan, 3OH!3, and LØLØ was definitely one for the record books. That was the first time we’d supported another band on a full tour in over 20 years, and honestly, we all agree - we could get used to it!
We’ve known Simple Plan since 2002, and they treated us like family. And the crowds… holy hell! What an amazing tour!
We also released a new single recently called “Holding On To That Hate”. The reaction has been overwhelmingly positive, and we had so much fun recording it that we’ve decided to hit the studio in February to record a whole new album!
This really feels like a new chapter for us. Obviously, we miss Chris immensely. There are still days on the road when I expect him to walk in and say, “What’s up, fuckers?” or something equally Chris.
That said, the three of us - along with our amazing crew - are happy, healthy, and having a blast. Honestly, that’s all I could ever hope for. The crowds are growing… 31 years in. It’s wild!
We just wrapped Warped Or Bust shows with The Dollyrots and Don’t Panic, and it feels like touring with family.
Most of you know our history with The Dollyrots. I love when they’re out with us because I miss the kids and actually get to hang with them on the road.
Don’t Panic are actual family - if you didn’t know, the singer Ted is Rob’s older brother, and Rob’s known the rest of the band most of his life.
Fun Fact: Our guitar tech, Ian (the one you’ve probably seen and thought was me), also grew up with them. Rob, Ted, and Ian were even in a band together for a long time as kids.
Punk Rock Saves Lives is out with us as per usual! It’s been an amazing year for the charity - not just in spirit, but accomplishment-wise too.
As I type this, we’re about 300 swabs away from 10,000 for the year! So if you see our booth at a show or festival, stop by.
And if you’d like to get involved, visit: https://www.punkrocksaveslives.org
I’m super excited about Epcot and Warped Tour Orlando this week - it’s going to be so cool having all our families around for the shows!
Then up next… Wembley Arena!
Holy crap - on December 13, we’ll play the biggest headline show in our band’s history.
Joining us are Wheatus, Punk Rock Factory, and DJ John Mahon. It’s truly going to be a night we’ll never forget!
Keep your eyes open for a surprise from all three bands on the bill - we’re releasing something that many of you have been asking for… for years!
I’m STOKED for you to hear what we’ve done!
Ohhhhh… and go check out our new Taylor Swift cover of "Actually Romantic" we just released on YouTube and streaming services!
I think I’ll leave it here. Here’s some of the recent press we’ve done - I’m so thankful that people still want to talk to us!
Anyhoo, check it out, and I’ll see you down the road.
❤️ I love you all, and I’m so very thankful to be able to make you smile for a living.
– JR
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