Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards

When Rancid side-project Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards issued its debut album, many assumed it was just another vanity project. So it was a pleasant surprise to discover that Frederiksen had made one of the more stellar recent punk efforts. Ever since, mohawked pundits the planet over have been itching for a follow-up. With Viking due at the end of June and a national trek slated for the summer, the wait is finally over. And it’s a family affair — Frederiksen and the Bastards are latching onto the Punks vs. Psychos tour with other like-minded acts. For those weary of the scorching heat and commercial vibe of the Warped Tour, Punks vs. Psychos is the perfect antidote.