Biography at a glance: formed in NYC in the mid-2000s around Charlene McPherson and Mo Goldner; signature sound pairing melodic vocals with gripping guitar work. In 2009, Spanking Charlene won Little Steven Van Zandt’s Underground Garage Best Unsigned Band in America, a testament to their burgeoning impact on the indie-rock scene. Their second album, Where Are the Freaks?, arrived in 2012 with two singles produced by Steven Van Zandt, signaling a growing collaboration and broader recognition.
The band released Find Me Out on February 14, 2020, via Rum Bar Records, with recording taking place at Cowboy Technical Services in Brooklyn. Among their notable tracks, Boyfriend was slated for HBO’s The Deuce, underscoring cross-media exposure and the band’s NYC roots. Spanking Charlene has graced several iconic NYC venues, including Bowery Electric, Parkside Lounge, and Rockwood Music Hall, reflecting a strong live presence in the city’s rock scene.
For fans and new listeners, the official site and Bandcamp pages remain the core hubs for discography details, releases, and links to social channels. While there are no publicly listed 2025 tour dates on the official site as of 2025, the band’s most recent show noted was July 9, 2024, at Parkside Lounge in NYC. Stay connected through official channels for any forthcoming performances.
Official social links and website: you’ll find connections to official pages and updates with a quick visit to their site and Bandcamp, each linked below for convenient, ticket-ready access.