Pet Needs Announce New Album, “Elbows Out! This Is Capitalism”

London-based independent rock label Xtra Mile Recordings and rising Colchester punks PET NEEDS have announced details of the Friday, March 27 release of the band’s forthcoming studio album, Elbows Out! This Is Capitalism (pre-save/pre-add/pre-order HERE). Its boldest and most creative album yet, the story of Elbows Out! This Is Capitalism unfolds with a mix of frenetic punk rock defiance, reflective melodic introspection, and beat-heavy party anthems alongside guest appearances by CJ Ramone, legendary auctioneer Eric Olson and friends The Whops and Jess Guise, whose interludes help the story develop. 

“There has to be a reason why people continue to pursue creative careers when on paper the industry is built to break them,” vocalist Johnny Marriott said. “The power of the present — the writing, the shows, and the human connection — supersedes it all. Being a musician right now is an act of defiance.” Marriott adds, “Even with artificial intelligence and late capitalism doing everything they can to force our hands, we won’t stop. We wanted to make an album that people would love to listen to all the way through, so we decided to tell a story. Each member brought their own flair to this record. It feels vital. We’re really proud of it.”

Watch the music video for the album’s lead single, “Hey You Hey You (Are You Are You OK OK?)”, a reflection on punk rock hypocrisy in an attempt to appeal to the masses, directed by Vanessa Söllner on YouTube HERE. Stream the track on all platforms HERE.