If you told me that one day, L7 would share a bill with Lee Ving and a band from Tijuana called Hong Kong Fuck You, I’d probably have laughed you out of the room. But here we are—One Strange Night in Orange County—a wild, one-day blowout in Santa Ana with a lineup that looks like a chaotic mixtape spanning decades of punk music. And it’s in its second installment! L7’s honored to be one of the older guard on this bill, alongside the iconic FEAR, whom I saw and shot in the Hollywood punk scene’s salad days.
This event is more like a generational fist bump. You’ve got bands like local weirdos The Garden, Rohnert Park’s heavy hitters Ceremony, Detroit’s own electro-punks Snow Strippers, and the blast beats of Hong Kong Fuck You bringing their spin to punk’s ever-mutating DNA, while FEAR and L7 come in hot with our bruises, battle jackets, and loud-ass amps. I love that there’s no weird divide—just an all-out celebration of what happens when guitars get loud, drums get faster, and people decide they’ve had enough of sitting still. Punk never belonged to one era—it’s a living organism that keeps regenerating, even if it occasionally throws up on itself. Did I mention this is an all-ages event?
I can’t wait to hit Observatory and tear the roof off this thing! Whether you’re new to the pit or have been circle dancing since before cell phones, get sweaty with us! It’s gonna be loud, it’s gonna be weird, and it’s gonna be one hell of a strange night—in the best way possible. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE HERE.
ONE STRANGE NIGHT IN ORANGE COUNTY The Garden Snow Strippers Ceremony L7 FEAR Hong Kong Fuck You
Next month, L7 returns to the Midwest to tear up the stage along the Chicago riverfront at Motoblot Festival with our friends Face to Face, Olivia Jean, The Darts, and tons more. This city has a special place in our heart with our history, and we always deliver to one of the most electric crowds in the country. They really give us so much whenever we touchdown, and it’s a HUGE reason why it’s so special to always come back!
L7’s History In Chicago
Now, let me take you back for a sec (alright….longer than that)—L7 has played many Chicago stages. The city has always had a unique vibe since we were just a bunch of kids trying to make noise in the bigger venues. It’s the home of some of the most die-hard fans who’ve stood by us, and we always felt like we were playing for people who get it. Whether it’s at Metro, Aragon Ballroom, or the House of Blues, we’ve had some unforgettable moments there—and you know we’re about to add another one to that list at The Salt Shed. The full lineup for each night is available here.
L7 Live In West Town
Motoblot isn’t just any festival—it’s a celebration of rock ‘n’ roll, punk, DIY, bikes, and the garage culture we love. This lineup is stacked, and we can’t wait to get in there, rev up the crowd, and let loose. It’s all about energy, noise, and unapologetic fun, and trust me, we’ll be bringing it all. If you’ve seen us play in Chicago before, you know the drill—expect loud guitars, sweat dripping, and a room full of people losing their minds. If you haven’t… well, now’s your chance to experience it! TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE HERE.
From sweaty rehearsal rooms to wild nights on the road, from DIY spaces to (not so DIY stages)—2024 was a year I won’t forget. I threw myself into new projects, crossed paths with some incredible humans, played packed festivals and clubs, and pushed myself creatively in ways I didn’t see coming. Now that the dust has settled (kind of), I’m looking back at the highlights, the surprises, and the moments that made it all worth it. Whether you’ve been along for the ride or just tuning in, here’s a peek behind the scenes at what made this year so damn special. – Jennifer Finch
Print Zine (self-produced) called “No Values Festival.“ Featured photos of bands that performed at the 2024 No Values Festival, like Fear and Bad Religion, were taken by Jennifer Finch decades ago. Zine Launch with Punk Rock & Paintbrushes at No Values Festival
Jennifer Finch ❤️s You: newsletter, noise, and notes Substack Launch
I’m beyond thrilled to announce that I’ll be participating in The Punk Scholars Network Conference at the Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas on March 2nd and March 3rd. This event is a one-of-a-kind gathering of academics, musicians, and punk enthusiasts, all coming together to discuss and celebrate the history, culture, and impact of punk rock.
Punk has always been more than just music—it’s a movement, a mindset, and a way of life. Having spent decades playing, touring, and immersing myself in this world, I’m excited to contribute to these conversations and connect with others who share the same passion. The Punk Rock Museum is the perfect setting for such a meaningful event, bringing together stories, artifacts, and people who have shaped the scene over the years.
Whether you’re a lifelong punk fan, a student of subcultures, or just curious about the impact punk has had on music and society, this conference is a must-attend. I can’t wait to share insights, hear from incredible speakers, and, of course, soak in all the punk history surrounding us.
Stay tuned for more details, and if you’ll be in Vegas, come say hi! Let’s keep punk alive—loud, proud, and always questioning.
More information about The Punk Scholars Network Conference is available via their website,
While you are at the Punk Rock Museum in February and March, be sure to pick-up, touch, hols and play the Jennifer Finch’s “Ghost Bass” in the PRM Jam Room.
PUNK ON DISPLAY
MARCH 2 & 3, 2025 THE PUNK ROCK MUSEUM – LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
Following the success of our second in-person conference in August 2024, we are excited to announce our third in-person conference sponsored by PSN Canada and PSN USA. This year, the conference will be held on March 2 and 3 at The Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Punk is a truly global phenomenon that manifests in myriad ways. The music and culture are created and transformed in different scenes in ways that are both unique but also reflect commonalities. Given the location of this year’s conference, we encourage participants to consider how punk is and has been collected, presented and re-presented, curated, and archived. Punks respond to and engage varying political and cultural contexts. And the culture invites individual participation within networks that foster cooperative action. Punk is many things to many people and seldom remains static over a lifetime. Increased globalization, changes in connectivity and technology, and shifts in both capitalism and populism have impacted punk for better and worse. International and transnational punk scenes reflect these connections but also can highlight ideological and aesthetic differences.
In keeping with the PSN’s multidisciplinary academic approach, we are seeking contributions from a range of fields of study and methodological approaches including, but not limited to, cultural studies, history, musicology, communication, art and design, humanities, performing arts, and the social sciences. As ever, the PSN also welcomes proposals from independent scholars, artists, journalists, musicians, punk fans, and scene participants working outside of formal academic institutions. Selected papers and panels could cover, but are not limited to, the following themes:
Formal and informal punk archives, punk gallery displays, and punk museum collections
The history of punk: origins, legacy, impact
Punk resistance, longevity, and sustainability
Global punk scenes
Punk ethics and politics
Punk aesthetics, punk style
Punk and conflict, crisis, or trauma
Ethnographic considerations of a scene, spaces, and borders
Music and the performer: creativity, authorship, identity, definition, musical boundaries
DIY culture and activism
The art of punk: record covers, concert flyers, fanzine design, and associated graphic styles
Political issues relating to Canada and the United States analyzed through the lens of punk scholarship, such as abortion rights, systemic racism, gender equality, and disability justice
Submission Deadline: Thursday, November 7, 2024, though we are happy to accept proposals earlier.
Decisions will be sent by November 21, 2024.
Proposals should be 350 words maximum. Please include a presentation title, affiliation information (if any), pronouns, and a brief presenter bio (50-100 words) with your submission. There is no conference fee for presenters.
