McRad Tickets

McRad is a foundational name in the Philadelphia skate-punk and hardcore scene, blending aggressive guitar and drums with reggae and metal influences. Formed in 1982 by Chuck Treece (guitar/vocals) and Zeke Zagar (drums), the duo created a sound that helped shape late-80s underground punk while maintaining an unmistakable groove. This page covers their biography, key discography highlights, and upcoming tour information so you can secure your seats and catch McRad live in your city.

Known for their relentless energy and DIY ethos, McRad released the seminal Absence of Sanity in 1987 on Beware Records, a record that later found new life with a reissue by Uprising Records in 2001. The band's catalog continued to evolve with subsequent releases, including FDR (2007), 50/50 Split (2009), The Begin (2013), and Lion Pure (2015). In 2025, they return with Weakness / McShred (Remastered), a limited 7" and digital release on Unsettled Scores Records, reflecting their enduring influence on punk, reggae-tinged hardcore, and cross-genre experimentation.

Beyond the studio, McRad maintains an active online presence across Bandcamp, Apple Music, iHeart, and Chuck Treece’s social channels, where fans can explore tracks, remastered cuts, and new content as it becomes available.

Whether you’re a longtime follower or discovering McRad for the first time, this page helps you navigate their history, listen to iconic tracks, and plan your next show. We’ve got you covered with upcoming tour info, official social links, and ways to support the band’s ongoing creative journey in the Philadelphia area and beyond.

For fans and venues alike, McRad’s trajectory demonstrates how a duo from a local scene can influence a generation—proof that true punk spirit travels well, especially when fueled by unmistakable riffs, fierce drumming, and a fearless willingness to blend genres. Stay tuned for more shows and releases from McRad as they continue to push the boundaries of skate-punk and hardcore.