California punk veterans Bad Cop/Bad Cop are set to release their highly anticipated new album, Lighten Up, on September 19 via Fat Wreck Chords and Hopeless Records. The record arrives alongside news of an unprecedented collaboration between the two labels, each legendary in shaping the modern punk and alternative scenes.
For guitarist/vocalist Stacey Dee, the album represents the band’s most authentic statement yet: “This record really means the world to me. We trusted ourselves to make something we love with people we love… these are our personal stories.”
Known for their empowering lyricism, fiery live shows, and unapologetic spirit, Bad Cop/Bad Cop continue to inspire with songs that balance vulnerability, resilience, and joy. Lighten Up captures the band at their strongest, pushing boundaries while staying rooted in DIY punk ethos.
The band has also announced a slew of new tour dates including a major EU headline run – check below:
OCT/NOV 2025 EU TOUR
October 30th – SO36 (Berlin , DE)
October 31st – Grünspan (Hamburg , DE)
November 1st – Beatpol (Dresden , DE)
November 2nd – Faust (Hannover , DE)
November 4th – Melkweg (Amsterdam , NL)
November 5th – Klub K (Malle , BE)
November 6th – Schlachthof (Wiesbaden , DE)
November 7th – Zakk (Düsseldorf , DE)
November 8th – Crash (Freiburg , DE)
November 9th – Dynamo Werk 21 (Zürich , CH)
November 10th – Legend Club (Milan , IT)
November 12th – Gala Hala (Ljubljana , SI)
November 13th – Arena (Vienna , AT)
November 14th – Between (Bregenz , AT)
November 15th – Rote Sonne (München , DE)
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