ANNOUNCE ANNIVERSARY RECORD: ‘NERF HERDER [redux]‘ OUT MAY 29.

Your favorite geeky pop punk band is back in action. They offer fans of the beloved band a freshly reimagined take on the classic track. In addition to the single, the band revealed they’ll be reimagining their entire self-titled album in honor of its 30th anniversary, with the revamped release set to arrive later this spring on Fat Wreck Chords. LP is slated to hit shelves and streaming services this May 29, 2026. Prepare your ears! Nerf Herder shares of the new song:

“I always thought sorry should have been the first single. It’s funny, but also has some darkness in it. It’s timeless. It’s a story that everyone can relate to about regretting acting impulsively about something or someone you’re passionate about.” – Parry Gripp

Nerf Herder shares of the forthcoming album:

“30 years since the release of our first album?! That is truly mind-blowing. Let’s celebrate! In addition to some anniversary shows, we decided a new release would be fun. For years, fans have been demanding a vinyl repress of the record. Because we don’t own the masters, we decided to avoid the daunting task of corporate licensing. We had discussed re-recording the album in the past, but the idea felt icky. The raw magic we created with producers Joey Cape and Ryan Greene would be impossible to reproduce. Ryan employed serious voodoo in manifesting Parry’s guitar tone – that alone is irreplaceable! We eventually agreed that an acoustic reimagining of the album was the best approach. We asked our longtime friend, Thom Flowers, to co-produce, engineer, and mix what became [redux].” – Steve Sherlock

‘Redux’ Tracktisting:

1. Down On Haley [redux]
2. Golfshirt [redux]
3. Sorry [redux]
4. Easy Mark [redux]
5. Van Halen [redux]
6. Diana [redux]
7. Nosering Girl [redux]
8. Annalee [redux]
9. You’re Gonna Be The One Who’s Sorry [redux]
10. I Only Eat Candy [redux]

About Nerf Herder:

Acclaimed pioneers of the late 90’s pop-punk and geek rock movements, Nerf Herder formed in Santa Barbara, California in 1994. Originally released on Joey Cape’s punk label My Records, Nerf Herder’s debut album bedazzled modern rock charts with their celebrated hit, ‘Van Halen’. During this period, the band was asked to write the theme song for legendary TV show, Buffy The Vampire Slayer. A major label signing with Arista Records came next, followed by national tours with Weezer, Bloodhound Gang and others. The band went on to release a number of albums on various labels, including Fat Wreck Chords, Oglio Records, and Nerf Herder’s own, Golfshirt Records. In honor of its 30th anniversary, a new acoustic version of the debut album has been recorded by founders Steve Sherlock and Parry Gripp with long-time members Ben Pringle and Linus Dotson. It will be available on vinyl at the shows.