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Tré Cool leading Acura Grand Prix this Sunday

Andres — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:06:40 -0400

Tré Cool will be leading the field of IndyCar drivers to the green flag at the start of Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach this Sunday, April 19.

Cool joins a long list of celebrated INDYCAR Fastest Seat in Sports passengers as he leads the field to the green flag in a custom INDYCAR SERIES car with a special back passenger seat. This high-speed, high-octane, super-charged thrill ride has been taken by the likes of Tom Brady, Simu Liu, Jon Bon Jovi, Lady Gaga, Channing Tatum and Rudy Pankow.

Meyer Shank Racing will also feature a special livery for the No. 60 Meyer Shank Racing Honda. Felix Rosenqvist will be driving a car decked out with Green Day's Idiot Nation branding for the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

This is all to help promote the launch of the new SiriusXM channel, Idiot Nation, which is officially starting up on April 20. The car features a mix of Acura and SiriusXM logos along with the Idiot Nation name across the front and side.

With Green Day featured on the No. 60 Honda, Meyer Shank Racing brings a bold, high-energy presence to the streets of Long Beach, blending the intensity of top-level motorsports with the global reach of rock music. Race day will carry that energy trackside as Tré Cool is set to attend Sunday's event as a guest of the team.

"This is a really exciting weekend for us," said Mike Shank. "It's a big moment with both IMSA and INDYCAR competing, and we're proud to represent Acura at their home race. To also have Green Day featured on the car and help promote the launch of their new SiriusXM channel makes it even more special."

The race is happening this Sunday, April 19. You can watch the broadcast on FOX starting at 5:30pm ET. Keep an eye out for the No. 60 car and Tre leading the start of the race. You can find more details about the race and the full schedule over on the IndyCar website.

Dookie named in the top 20 Classic Rock Albums from the 90s

Andres — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:01 -0400

Collider just put out a list ranking the 20 best classic rock albums of the 90s and Dookie had a massive showing. They put it up at number three, only behind Goo by Sonic Youth and Nevermind by Nirvana. That's some pretty good company to be keeping. Other bands on the list include Blink 182, Sublime, and the Stone Temple Pilots.

The article talks about how Dookie basically revitalized punk for a new generation. It even mentions the album being preserved in the Library of Congress. They also gave some love to Kerplunk, Insomniac, and Nimrod for their influence on the scene.

I know it has been thirty years, but it's a little crazy to hear Dookie referred to as classic rock.

What do you think about the number 3 spot? Should it have been higher or is that about right? Let us know in the comments.

Green Day are getting their own SiriusXM Channel on 4/20

Andres — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:13:31 -0400

Starting next Monday, 4/20, Green Day will have their own Channel on SiriusXM (Channel 314) called Idiot Nation. The channel will feature Green Day, bands and songs they love, and even a monthly show hosted by Tre.

We're absolutely stoked to have our very own channel on SiriusXM to share all the songs we love. The ones that made us pick up guitars, pile into vans, and chase something loud and real," Green Day shared. "We're digging into everything, including bands we love, old Green Day demos, live tracks, deep cuts, and telling the stories behind it all. Come hang with us and let it rip!

The statement from SiruisXM expanded:
Green Day's Idiot Nation is a true extension of the band's lifelong relationship with punk rock. With decades spent at the top of their game, Billie Joe, Mike, and Tré bring a deeply personal, artist-driven perspective to the channel, hand-selecting the music and sharing the stories behind it.

The channel plays everything from Green Day's earliest demos, covers, and live recordings to their biggest, stadium-shaking anthems, alongside essential punk tracks spanning generations, from genre-defining pioneers to new noise from up-and-coming bands.

Tre will also be hosting a monthly show, "Ground Support"

Tré Cool hosts a new monthly show, "Ground Support," spotlighting the bands Green Day has toured with over the years, both as headliners and as fans, and featuring music and behind-the-scenes stories from artists they've shared the stage with.

SiriusXM listeners can find Green Day's Idiot Nation on satellite channel 314 and the SiriusXM app with a smart device when it officially launches on April 20.

Sirius offers a $1 month trial for new subscribers for folks who want to listen in.

Green Day tribute album being released this summer by Punk Rock Radar and Coffin Curse records

Andres — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:32:14 -0400

Punk Rock Radar and Coffin Curse Records have opened pre-orders for their upcoming Green Day tribute compilation. The project is being released as a two-volume set featuring a massive list of punk bands covering everything from the early Lookout era through Saviors.

The best part of this project is that all the proceeds are being donated to no-kill animal rescues. Specifically, the funds will be split between C.A.R.E. of Dutchess County in New York and the Young Williams Animal Center in Tennessee. It is a great way to support a good cause.

These are currently expected to start shipping by July 24, 2026. They have a few different vinyl options available including a limited splatter version and a combo pack if you want both volumes.

UK/Europe can order via catsclawrecords.com for more affordable shipping.

Check out a story about this project from New Noise Magazine, and you can follow Punk Rock Radar and Coffin Curse Records on Instagram.

Green Day Song Tournament Week 2 - 1039/Smoothed Out Slappy Hours vs. Father of All Motherfuckers

Andres — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:52:57 -0400

The first week of our 2026 Fan Favorite Song Tournament is officially wrapped up. We had a great turnout for the Insomniac and Saviors matchup, and the results for the top 5 from each album are in.

You can see the breakdown on the tournament page, but there were definitely some surprises in how the votes shook out. It is cool to see some deeper cuts getting the love they deserve alongside the big singles. These top 5 tracks from each album will be moving on to the final brackets.

Now we are moving into Week 2! This week we are putting the band's first studio collection, 1,039/Smoothed Out Slappy Hours, up against Father of All Motherfuckers.

Head over to the tournament page now to rate each song from these two albums. We want to see which of these tracks you think deserve a spot in the finals. We will share these results and open the next round of voting next weekend.

VOTE NOW: 1039/Smooth vs Father of All..

Upcoming Green Day inspired comedy gets retitled "Nimrods"

Andres — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:17:03 -0400

We finally have some fresh news about the Green Day-inspired movie we have been tracking since 2022. The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that the film originally called "New Years Rev" has officially been renamed to "Nimrods." They also report that it was just picked up for release by Inaugural Entertainment, but no release date confirmed yet.

The Hollywood Reporter included a statement from Inaugural Entertainment "Nimrods is exactly the kind of bold, audience-forward storytelling we're passionate about at Inaugural," says Inaugural Entertainment CEO Kevin Weisberg. "It captures a unique blend of humor, nostalgia, and music that feels both fresh and universally resonant. We're thrilled to collaborate with the filmmakers and Green Day to bring this dynamic story to audiences everywhere."
The movie follows three friends who road trip to Los Angeles thinking they are opening for Green Day on New Year's Eve. It is based on the band's own history of living in a van during their early tours.

It stars Mason Thames, Mckenna Grace, Jenna Fischer, Angela Kinsey, Sean Gunn, Bobby Lee and Fred Armisen.

Billie, Mike, and Tré are all producers and make appearances in the film. The soundtrack features over a dozen Green Day songs, including new music Billie wrote with his son Jakob. It was directed by Lee Kirk who worked with Billie on "Ordinary World" back in 2016.

You can watch the teaser below.

Watch Mike Dirnt break down incredible Green Day bass lines

Andres — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:26:03 -0400

It's been a minute since we've seen Mike sit down for a deep dive, but Scott's Bass Lessons dropped a massive 50-minute interview with the man himself.

Whether you're a bass player or just a fan of the "Mike Dirnt sound," this is essential viewing. Mike breaks down the origins of some of his most iconic lines, including how a certain "empty room and some LSD" led to the creation of Longview [04:52].

Other highlights from the interview:

Early days reflections on the Berkeley house where they lived while filming the Longview video (that was their actual couch and table in the shot) [02:01].

He plays through parts of When I Come Around [11:04], Boulevard of Broken Dreams [21:48], and even newer tracks like 1981 [29:58], explaining why he prefers up-and-down picking over the "all downstroke" punk stereotype [15:34].

Mike talks about his high-energy playing style, saying his wife told him he needs to slow down, to which he replied, "Babe, you married a race car, not a pace car" [34:11].

Mike shares advice for new bands, emphasizing that you should "play with friends" because you're already on the same wavelength [38:05].

He also teases an upcoming movie project starring Mason Thames and McKenna Grace that's inspired by the band's early days touring in a van [44:50].

Check out the full video below:

Green Day Fan Favorite Song Tournament 2026

Andres — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:35:54 -0400

GDA is holding a favorite Green Day song tournament for 2026. Every week, fans can rate each song from two albums, then at the end of the week we'll share the top 5 songs from each and list the next two albums. After we go through all the albums, we'll put the songs up against each other to crown one song the fan favorite for 2026.

You can start voting here for week 1: Insomniac vs. Saviors

Check back on 4/11 for Week 1 results and to start voting on the next two.

Funko Unveils New Green Day POP Figures

kaylubd — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:10:06 -0400

Funko have announced a new set of Green Day POP figures. This time, they're based on the band's appearances in the "Basketcase" music video.

Mike, Billie, Tre figures are available for pre-order now and are expected to arrive in May and June. If you're looking to add these to your collection, you can order them from Amazon.

What do you think about the new figures? Are you planning to add these to your collection? Let us know on the Green Day Community forum.

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The Coverups will play at a charity afterparty on May 2nd

Maria — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:29:06 -0400

The Coverups will be playing at a charity afterparty to benefit UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals on May 2nd. The only way in is to buy a ticket to the charity event prior. They start at $175 and can be bought on the Notes & Words website.

Updated 4/6/26 - Notes and Words posted on the Green Day Community Forum with some additional information
Hey Green Day Community! We love your enthusiasm and support for Notes & Words and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals - where every child, no matter their background, has equal access to world-class medicine. We created an FAQ page to answer all of your burning questions: https://www.notesandwords.org/faq All tickets have viewing to the main show and The Coverups set. To purchase tickets to this fundraiser, please visit https://www.notesandwords.org/tickets We hope to see you there!
- The Notes & Words Team

Are you going? Thinking of going? Discuss it with other fans on the Green Day Community forum.

February Green Day News Roundup: Super Bowl LX, Men In Blazers, and More

kaylubd — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:11:12 -0500

It's been a busy month for Green Day! From the Super Bowl to podcast guest spots, the band has managed to keep us excited while we (im)patiently wait for new music. Before we barrel into March, here's a recap of recent Green Day news you may have missed.

Watch: Green Day perform Super Bowl LX opening ceremony

Before the Seattle Seahawks trounced the New England Patriots, Green Day kicked off the big event with a medley of hits. They opened the ceremony with a brief rendition of "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)" and launched into "Holiday," "Boulevard of Broken Dreams," and "American Idiot." During the performance, many eagle-eyed fans spotted Green Day's new logo. Does this mean the next era has begun? We'll just have to wait and see...

Since the big game was held in the San Francisco Bay Area, it was a huge moment for Green Day. The band even walked away with their own custom Super Bowl rings.

Revisit the performance here.

Billie Joe Armstrong on Men in Blazers live podcast

With all the Super Bowl hype, Billie Joe's recent appearance on the Men in Blazers podcast was easy to miss. He joined the podcast for a live event in San Francisco to talk about all things football and soccer. Anyone who couldn't score tickets can watch the full panel discussion below (Billie Joe comes in at 1:22:00).

Watch Green Day perform 'American Idiot' at Super Bowl pre-game concert

Before their big Super Bowl performance, Green Day and Counting Crows performed a special invite-only pre-game concert in San Francisco. The 17-song setlist included "One Eye Bastard," "Longview," "St. Jimmy," "21 Guns," and "Waiting" among others. During "Minority," Billie Joe called out ICE agents, telling them to "quit your shitty-ass job. Quit that shitty job you have." We're still waiting for the full concert to be released, but in the meantime, we can watch the performance of "American Idiot" from the show. Check it out below.

Billie Joe Armstrong, Guns N' Roses' Duff McKagan, and more appear in 'Billy Idol Should Be Dead' trailer

The trailer for the upcoming documentary Billy Idol Should Be Dead just dropped, and guess who makes an appearance? Directed by Jonas Akerlund, the trailer features Billie Joe along with Miley Cyrus and Guns N' Roses' Duff McKagan, discussing Idol's influence. Watch the trailer below.

Billy Idol Should Be Dead is open in theaters now. See where it's playing near you here.

What does Green Day have in store for us in March? Join the speculation on Green Day Community.

Unique liquid filled Saviors vinyl for sale

Maria — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:46:34 -0500

Plastikat Deviations has created a one-of-a-kind Saviors vinyl that's filled with liquid and some 'One Eyed Bastard' figures. If you want to get your hands on this unique treasure, it's currently up for sale on eBay. The current bid is for $265 USD.

The description from the seller says: 'This is 1 of 1 liquid filled record made by Plastkat Deviations. This record is filled with two colors of liquid as well as some tiny figures. This is the only one that exists. If you'd like to see more, visit Plastikat Deviations on IG or TikTok. Catch it if you can.'

Are you interested? Wish you could buy it? Discuss it with other fans on the Green Day Communtiy forum.

Update: the vinyl sold for $815.

Super7 announce Kerplunk Girl ReAction Figure

kaylubd — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:49:25 -0500

Well, the rumors were true! Super7 has just announced another Green Day ReAction figure. This time, the iconic girl from the Kerplunk album cover is getting her own figure. She even comes with a gun, as seen on the album cover. If you want your own Kerplunk Girl, make sure you pre-order it via 1-2-3-4 Go! Records. The figure comes out on February 3rd.

This is the second time Green Day has joined forces with Super7. Last year, they released a ReAction figure of the poop-slinging dog from Dookie. If you still need to add that figure to your collection, you can find it here. Seems like there will be more Green Day-inspired figures in the future. Fingers crossed we get one of Horny the Unicorn!

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What do you think of the Kerplunk girl figure? Which Green Day figure do you want to see next? Share your thoughts on the Green Day Community forum.

Billie Joe and son Jakob cover 'Heroes' by David Bowie

Maria — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:58:46 -0500

Billie Joe and his son Jakob Armstrong have quietly released a cover of 'Heroes' by David Bowie. We all know Billie Joe is a huge Bowie fan - he gets a mention in 'Strange Days Are Here to Stay,' after all! Fans are loving the cover so far. Give it a listen:

Jakob also has his own band, Ultra Q.

What do you think? Discuss it with other fans on the Green Day Community forum.

Photos that will take you to the tracks at Christie Road

Maria — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:00:01 -0500

'If there's one thing that I need, that makes me feel complete, so I go to Christie Road, it's home...'

Christie Road is a real place north of Oakland and five minutes from Rodeo, CA, where Billie Joe Armstrong and Mike Dirnt grew up. It was a refuge from suburban boredom, where they hung out with friends, took girls, and smoked weed. If you've ever wondered what it's like out there or dreamed of experiencing the peace it brought your favourite band, I hope these photos take you there.

There are even more photos on my blog, if you'd like to see them.

Have you been to Christie Road? Dreaming of going? Discuss it with other fans on the Green Day Community forum.