Author: Hutchison

  • 2025 Half Way Point In Review

    2025 Half Way Point In Review

    The Punk Rock Museum’s Second Year Anniversary

    Earlier this year, I had the chance to step into a different role—giving tours at the Punk Rock Museum in Vegas. Walking people through the space, sharing stories, and seeing their faces light up at the history packed into those walls was seriously cool. One of my favorite moments was donating my old Ghost bass to the museum—yeah, that bass. It felt right knowing it’s now part of punk history, where fans from all over can see it up close. And in March, I got to be part of the Museum’s second anniversary roundtable alongside legends like Fat Mike, George Stephanopoulos, Jack Grisham, Kevin Lyman, and Edward Colver. Swapping stories, cracking each other up, and just celebrating two years of this punk rock time capsule—it was a reminder that even after all these years, this community still means everything to me. Zrocker and Yahoo News have a great review of the weekend!

    Brazil with Garbage & The Monics

    Jennifer Finch performing live on stage in Brazil 2025
    Photography by Diego Castanho – IG: @diegocastanho

    Kicking off our 2025 run, L7 hit Brazil this past March alongside Garbage and The Monics. The reviews coming out of those shows have been seriously humbling—words like ferocious, tight as hell, and timeless have been floating around. Whiplash caught on about how much we love visiting Brazil, from São Paulo to Rio. Write-ups mentioning how our sound still feels as urgent today as it did in the ‘90s… that’s the kind of review that keeps a band fired up and grateful.

    Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise

    Photography by Karla Moheno – IG: @karlarosem

    Fast forward to May, where we set sail on Little Steven’s Underground Garage Cruise from Miami to Nassau. It was our first time playing on a cruise ship, and the vibe was electric in a whole different way. The Los Angeles Times was even on board and had some nice words to share about the event in their review. Journalists and blogs mentioned how cool it was to see punk, garage, and alt-country bands share a stage, and how L7’s set felt like a standout moment of the trip. A lot of people highlighted our connection with the crowd, and honestly, that was mutual. We thought so too.

    Motoblot 2025

    Jennifer Finch and Donita Sparks of L7 posing with members of The Rebel Queens backstage at Motoblot Festival.
    Photography by The Rebel Queens crew – IG: @rebelqueensband

    A few weeks back, L7 had the honor of ripping it up in Chicago as part of the inaugural Motoblot Festival, and let me just say—they nailed it. Everything ran tight and professional, which doesn’t always happen with new events. From the second we rolled in, the vibe was pure Chicago: loud, real, and ready to rock. The crowd brought serious heat, singing along, jumping around, and giving us that wild Midwest energy we love. Between the killer bands, the bikes, and catching up with old friends in the scene, it felt like exactly where we were meant to be. Big thanks to everyone who made Motoblot happen—we’d jump on board again in a heartbeat.

    A Year of Loud Praise

    Overall, 2025 has been shaping up as a year full of loud praise and louder shows. Whether it’s major outlets or smaller fan blogs, there’s been a genuine appreciation for how L7 keeps showing up—no frills, all fire. Huge thanks to everyone writing about these shows, snapping photos, and sharing their words. It means a lot. And if you’ve got a review or memory from one of our gigs this year, tag us or drop a line. We see you. To see other L7 2025 Tour Dates and Shows, click here.

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  • MOTOBLOT CHICAGO 2025 RECAP: A SOLID RIDE

    MOTOBLOT CHICAGO 2025 RECAP: A SOLID RIDE

    Chicago always knows how to throw a party—and this recent Motoblot proved it once again! L7 had the honor of playing this festival alongside our old Warped Tour friends, Face to Face, and bands within the punk subculture. From load-in to lights-out, everything ran smoothly as a fresh-tuned engine. Huge props to the organizers for putting together such a well-oiled machine from the start.

    The crowd was next level. Loud, rowdy, and as ready. You could feel the pulse of the city underneath those boots and bikes. We hit the stage and the energy came right back at us tenfold—pure, sweaty, sing-along catharsis in true Windy City style. It’s always been a second home for L7, and this show reminded us why: Chicago doesn’t fake it. You feel it.

    What stood out most—besides the killer bikes, rad lineup, and the smell of BBQ and fuel in the air—was how dialed in everything was. Motoblot had its act together—professional, passionate, and punk as hell. You could tell this wasn’t just a show—it was a vision brought to life by people who care deeply about music, community, and culture.

    Big love to everyone who made it happen and to every fan who showed up and threw down. If this was Motoblot’s first lap, we can’t wait to see what the next ones look like. Thanks for having us—we’ll be back.


    @l7theband, @facetofacemusic, @thedartsus, @oliviajeanmusic, @the.soapgirls, @thejettgirls, @thechoptops, @the_hijivers, @the_beat_creeps, @thekrankdaddies, @soraiarocks, @rebelqueensband, @3blueteardrops

    #L7 #FacetoFace #TheDarts #OliviaJean #TheChopTops #PunkRock #GarageRock #Bikes #Motorcycles #L7Live #Chicago2025 #Midwest #RocknRoll #ThankYouChicago

    To see other L7 2025 Tour Dates and Shows, click here.

  • Video Discussion with Fat Mike, Jennifer Finch, George Strombo, Kevin Lyman

    Video Discussion with Fat Mike, Jennifer Finch, George Strombo, Kevin Lyman

    I’m excited to share that—our Punk Rock Museum 2nd Anniversary Roundtable is on on YouTube.

    In Full Form: Fat Mike, Jennifer Finch, George strombo, Kevin Lyman, Ed Colver, and Jack Grisham Had a Lot to Say

    When you bring together Fat Mike, Jennifer Finch, George Stroumboulopoulos (Strombo) Kevin Lyman, Ed Colver, Jack Grisham, and Vinnie Fiorello, you get more than a roundtable—you get a full-force collision of punk history, sharp insight, and razor-edged wit. The conversation at the Punk Rock Museum swung from irreverent to reflective, with each voice offering a different lens on the cultural legacy and raw impact of punk—from the stage to the streets and everything in between.

    Punk Rock History

    We delved into everything from punk’s past, history and cultural impact to the peculiarities of growing up with it ingrained in our DNA. I wasn’t sure what the dynamic would be like, but the chemistry was sweet and everyone brought something different to the conversation. The respect in the room was legit. Whether you’re a lifer or just punk-curious, you won’t want to miss this.

    Punk Rock Museums YouTube Channel

    For The Second Anniversary Roundtable and other great videos, subscribe to the Punk Rock Museums YouTube Channel.


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  • Hope > Optimism

    Hope > Optimism

    Optimism is fickle, revealing itself when things are shiny and possible—when you’re already feeling good. Hope is different. Hope leans in when the world is broken and still tries anyway. It’s a commitment to possibility, even when the outcome is uncertain.

    We don’t need performative positivity in the face of relentless, entrenched fascism. We need grown-up hope; the kind that fuels action. The kind that digs in, and gets dirty.
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    Optimism waits for proof. Hope gets to work.” – J. Finch

    Photo by Anderson Carvalho – @anderscarvalho