The Spits

The Spits are a relentless, high-voltage punk rock band born in the late 1990s in Kalamazoo, Michigan, later transplanting their raw, chaotic energy to the Pacific Northwest. Known for their lo-fi, stripped-down sound that channels the spirit of classic punk, garage rock, and a healthy dose of horror-tinged nihilism, The Spits have built a fierce cult following through decades of uncompromising, sweat-soaked performances. Fronted by brothers Ward and Sean Neff, the band crafts short, explosive tracks that feel like they were recorded in a basement at maximum volume — because often, they were. Their music is deliberately primitive and proud of it, drawing comparisons to The Stooges, The Ramones, and early synth-punk acts, all filtered through a uniquely deranged lens. What sets The Spits apart is their unwavering authenticity. While trends have come and gone, they have remained true to their raw, anarchic vision, releasing a string of albums that read like a love letter to outsider rock and roll. Whether on a tiny club stage or a packed festival, The Spits deliver pure, unfiltered punk chaos — dangerous, fun, and gloriously loud.