Back in May, the hardcore collective fronted by chef/multi-talent Matty Matheson announced their signing with hardcore authority Flatspot Records. The band which also features longtime friends and veterans of the scene including Wade MacNeil of Alexisonfire/Gallows, Daniel and Ian Romano of Attack in Black and Tommy Major recently made their live debut during a hometown set in Toronto just weeks prior. 

Aligned with the likes of SPEED, End It, Buggin' and more, Pig Pen confirmed their spot on the Flatspot roster, along with the news of the band's full length, debut album due out June 27th in Mental Madness. 

Kicking off the album campaign, Pig Pen delivered the introductory "Mental Mentality" - a cut that transitions from slow burn to towering inferno, the combination of Matheson and McNeil barreling into their vocals make for first outing that delivered a gut-punch of intensity. 

Quickly following up, the band issued a powerful second single in "Rabid Beach". Defined by chaotic guitars, pummeling drums and an unhinged vocal performance from Matheson, the track underscores Pig Pen's hardcore lineage. 

Back with a third preview of the pending album, "Venom Moon Rising" combines rock heavy swagger with hardcore posture for single that showcases added range from the band. Further emphasizes with the addition of clean vocals to contrast Matheson's harrowing howl, the track is another standout from the record that promises to be a memorable debut. 

As for the genesis of Mental Madness, the crew began fleshing out the ideas from long distance and over the course of a few months. Pig Pen would eventually connect to complete the tracks in one day and record them all the very next. Embracing a real DIY DNA, the band's ability to act on impulse and refine it, results in a potent meld of 80's, time-tested hardcore executed with rock music raucousness. With Arthur Rizk on the mix and Alan Douches on the master - the album makes for a walloping presentation and a hell of a first outing. 

In support of the arrival of Mental Madness, Pig Pen have announced two record release shows in July. The band will headline on the July 3rd in Welland, ON, and Brooklyn, NY on the July 5th with lJivebomb. The band will also make their first festival appearance in October at Furnace Fest in Birmingham, AL. Dates can be found below, 

Mental Madness is due out June 27th via Flatspot Records. The album is available for pre-order - HERE