The Chelsea Curve Announces Sophomore Album ‘The Rideout’

Danielle Holian
May 1
3 min read

Genres: Powerpop, Modpunk, Garagerock

Similar Artists: Blondie, The Molotovs, The Interrupters, The Buzzcocks

Boston-based mod-pop trio The Chelsea Curve are back, and they’re here to make you move, on their terms. Blending British mod vibes with Boston grit, the band is known for crafting punchy, infectious rock and roll that belongs equally in the clubs, the pubs, and your headphones.

Since forming in 2020, Linda Pardee (bass/vocals/keys), Tim Gillis (guitar/vocals/keys), and Bruce Caporal (drums/vocals/percussion) have built a reputation for high-energy, sing-along tunes inspired by ’70s punk, power pop, and mod style. Their 2021 project The Singles Scene, eight monthly singles, paved the way for their 2022 debut album All The Things (Red on Red Records), which earned international press and radio attention, including regular spins on SiriusXM’s Underground Garage.

From Boston Calling Music Festival to UK tours and iconic scooter rallies spanning Boston to Las Vegas, The Chelsea Curve quickly proved their live chops. In 2023, the sudden passing of Red on Red Records’ label head Justine Covault halted planned releases, but the band responded with relentless touring, cementing their reputation as a live powerhouse.

2024 and 2025 were filled with milestone performances, including the 45th anniversary Mods Mayday show in London, U.S. and UK tours with Sharp Class and The Len Price 3, and the release of new singles such as their rousing rendition of Mickey Lee Lane's '60s stomper Hey Sah-Lo-Ney and Andy Lewis' fiery remix of Jamie C’mon on their new label Rum Bar Records. Their debut album was also reissued in a deluxe edition, All The Things (And More), featuring bonus tracks that delighted fans old and new.

Now, 2026 brings The Rideout, their highly anticipated sophomore album, set for release on May 1, 2026, via Rum Bar Records. The album channels the band’s signature mod-pop energy while exploring broader musical textures, from heart-thumping rock anthems to breezy, intimate love songs. Tracks like Ride capture the thrill of living fully in the moment, while Never Come Down and Rally ‘Round showcase expansive, celebratory soundscapes.

“The Chelsea Curve don’t just make music, they make you move,” music publicist Danielle Holian, Decent Music PR, shared. “With The Rideout, they’ve taken everything fans loved about their debut and turned it up a notch: bigger hooks, wilder energy, and songs that stick in your head long after the last note