From Brazil to the Pacific Northwest, the open sea to the stage of The Belasco, 2025 was one of the most unforgettable years of my career. L7 celebrated our 40th anniversary, I shared my words through Punk Hostage Press, and I donated my beloved Ghost bass to The Punk Rock Museum. Here’s a look back at the chaos, creativity, and community that made this year so special.
South America and the High Seas
2025 kicked off with a bang. Looking back, I’m blown away by how much L7 and I packed into twelve loud, chaotic, and unforgettable months. We started the year touring South America with our friends Garbage, where the crowds reminded us exactly why we still do this after four decades. Our shows in Brazil was pure fire — thousands of fans singing every word in unison. It’s moments like that that make all the jet lag and backline madness worth it.
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From there, we boarded from Miami to embark on Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise, where we played our first-ever show in Nassau. Performing at sea surrounded by die-hard fans and rock & roll icons was something straight out of a fever dream — equal parts surreal and exhilarating. The waves were rough, but the energy was unstoppable.
Back on the Road in the Pacific Northwest
After the cruise, we headed north for a run of shows through the Pacific Northwest — Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver — all places that feel like second homes. The audiences up there always bring an intensity that feeds us right back. These shows built the momentum leading up to one of the biggest moments in our career: L7’s 40th anniversary show at The Belasco Theater in Downtown Los Angeles.
That night was something special. Lunachicks returned for their first L.A. show in 25 years, alongside CSS and Bonavega, making it a multigenerational celebration of fearless, feminist rock. Seeing the crowd — fans from every era of our band — packed into The Belasco was overwhelming. It wasn’t just a show; it was a celebration of survival, community, and the sound that brought us all together.
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Finding My Voice Through Punk Hostage Press
Outside of touring, I found a different kind of creative outlet this year. My partnership with Punk Hostage Press gave me the opportunity to share some of my written work through live readings. These events let me explore a more personal, reflective side of myself — telling stories about life, art, recovery, and the strange magic of growing up punk.
Reading in front of an audience without a bass in my hands is a completely different kind of rush. There’s no wall of sound to hide behind, just words and connection. The experience reminded me that storytelling — whether through music or writing — has always been at the core of what I do.
Honoring Punk’s Past at The Punk Rock Museum
Another major highlight was being part of The Punk Rock Museum’s 2nd Anniversary in Las Vegas. I donated my beloved Ghost bass guitar to the museum’s permanent collection — a piece of my history that’s been with me through countless tours and recordings. Seeing it displayed among artifacts from punk’s earliest days was surreal and emotional.
During the celebration, I also had the chance to interview Edward Colver, whose iconic photos helped define punk’s visual legacy, and joined a roundtable discussion with other musicians and scene veterans. What struck me most was how alive punk still feels. It’s not nostalgia — it’s evolution.
Selling out!
Who could imagine seeing people wearing t-shirts of me? Rock n’ Roll Repeat made it happen with this iconic picture from Pat Graham.
Closing Out the Year
So yeah — 2025 was a lot. Loud, unpredictable, inspiring, and filled with gratitude. From Brazil to L.A., from the page to the museum wall, it felt like a year that honored the past while charging straight into the future.
To everyone who came to a show, read a piece, or just kept the spirit alive — thank you. Here’s to 2026 — more noise, more growth, and probably a little more trouble.