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Welcome to the Mischief Brew artist page. Known for merging folk with punk energy, Mischief Brew helped shape a distinctive sound that blends gypsy-punk, swing, and Celtic folk with a raw, DIY ethos. Led for years by Erik Petersen, the band became a fixture in independent punk circles, releasing music across notable labels and building a devoted following. While their touring schedule is currently on hiatus, their catalog remains influential for fans of folk-punk and anarcho-punk alike. Here you’ll find a concise biography, discography highlights, and context for upcoming live appearances where applicable.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Note: As of February 2026, Mischief Brew’s official shows page indicates No More Gigs, so there are no active 2025–2026 touring plans. This page provides historical context and links to official channels for the latest information.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Stay connected with Mischief Brew through their official channels for any future updates. Their work continues to inspire a generation of musicians who value independence, storytelling, and a blistering live approach. If you’re looking to explore the legacy of folk punk, this page offers a gateway to the roots, releases, and impact of Mischief Brew.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Mischief Brew

  • Genre is primarily folk punk and anarcho-punk; the band incorporated diverse styles (gypsy-punk, swing, Celtic folk).
  • Erik Petersen, the band's frontman, died on July 14, 2016; the band has not booked new gigs since then.
  • Albums and releases appeared on labels such as Fistolo Records, Art of the Underground, Gunner Records, Crafty Records, Pirates Press, and Alternative Tentacles.
  • As of February 2026, Mischief Brew’s official Shows page lists 'No More Gigs', indicating no active 2025–2026 touring schedule.
  • Notable singles include O, Pennsyltucky! (cassingle 2014; digital 2015) and Free Radical Radio Fever (2013).

The records

Mischief Brew Discography

  • Bacchanal 'N' Philadelphia
    2016 · Fistolo Records
  • This Is Not For Children
    2015 · Alternative Tentacles
  • Rhapsody For Knives
    2012 · Fistolo Records
  • The Stone Operation
    2011 · Fistolo Records
  • Fight Dirty
    2010 · Fistolo Records
  • Photographs From The Shoebox
    2008 · Fistolo Records
  • Jobs in Steeltown
    2008 · Fistolo Records
  • Boiling Breakfast Early
    2008 · Dead Format
  • Songs From Under the Sink
    2006 · Fistolo Records
  • Loved, But Unrespected
    2006 · Fistolo Records
  • Smash The Windows
    2005 · Fistolo Records
  • Two Boxcars
    2005 · Fistolo Records
  • Oh Sweet Misery
    2005 · Art of the Underground
  • Bellingham & Philadelphia
    2003 · Art of the Underground
  • Bakenal
    2003 · Fistolo Records
  • Don't Spoil Yer Supper!
    2003 · Fistolo Records
  • Live on WKDU 91.7 FM
    2001 · Fistolo Records
  • Mirth
    2000 · Fistolo Records

The hits

Top Mischief Brew Songs

  • O, Pennsyltucky!
    2014 · Did not chart
  • Free Radical Radio Fever
    2013 · Did not chart

Stay connected with Mischief Brew through their official channels for any future updates. Their work continues to inspire a generation of musicians who value independence, storytelling, and a blistering live approach. If you’re looking to explore the legacy of folk punk, this page offers a gateway to the roots, releases, and impact of Mischief Brew.

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