Simply stated, Mission Of Burma were, and remain, one of the most important American rock bands of the last 20 years. Seminal, cerebral post-punks Mission Of Burma have returned to the recorded domain, putting many newer bands to shame and sounding as fresh and dynamic as when they themselves were in their youth. Much like the recent return of fellow veteran greats Killing Joke, fueled by much fierce, dissonant energy, M.O.B. rise again to do battle after a lengthy absence. Fortunately they haven't done what many other reunited bands make the mistake of doing -- that is, attempt to modernize their sound or keep up with the young pups. Clearly none of that was needed. M.O.B. have come tearing out of the gates, and it seems things are only getting better as the band progresses. Heavy, churning and expressive, the guitars chop and sear, the bass rumbles and boils, the drums propel and punctuate with expert precision. To celebrate the upcoming release of their latest album on Matador Recs

Sleeper Agent! is a band from the Washington DC. area Vocalist John Stabb has been in several bands over the years, but most know him from the time he served fronting the heavily influential 80s punk band Government Issue. Guitarist Derrick Baranowsky made a name for himself while touring with various DC bands and is known for his energy, sound, and writing style. Bassist Sean Koepenick’s style is a unique blend of melody, attack, and early 80s British wave. He is also a writer for Razorcake which is a zine supporting independent and underground punk music. Drummer Jonathan Roth has played countless shows over the past 12 years touring with various bands, including Speedwell and Meredith Bragg and the Terminals.