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United States Hot Water Music, a veteran punk rock band from Gainesville, Florida, has maintained a consistent presence in the alternative music scene, evolving their sound while retaining their core integrity.
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Request A ShowHot Water Music teamed with Turnstile frontman Brendan Yates and drummer Daniel Fang for their double-single, “Remnants” and “Fences.”
The musicians recorded “Fences” with Thrice, as part of their double-single release with Turnstile.
Hot Water Music signed to Equal Vision Records for the release of their new albums, including their ninth LP "Feel The Void" and the 2024 album "Vows."
Hot Water Music signed to Rise Records for the release of albums like "Exister" and "Light It Up."
Doghouse Records released one of Hot Water Music's early LPs, "Forever and Counting."
Hot Water Music signed to Epitaph Records and released multiple albums including "A Flight and a Crash," "Caution," and "The New What Next."
No Idea Records has released several of Hot Water Music's albums, compilations, and EPs, including "Fuel for the Hate Game" and "Live at the Hardback."
Hot Water Music has performed at The Fest, a punk rock festival held in Gainesville, Florida, for over 20 years. They were headliners there in October 2017.
Hot Water Music gained exposure on the Vans Warped Tour following the release of their 2002 album "Caution."
Hot Water Music was formed in October 1994 in Gainesville, Florida, by Chuck Ragan (vocals, guitar), Chris Wollard (vocals, guitar), Jason Black (bass), and George Rebelo (drums). The band members initially met in Sarasota and Bradenton, Florida, and converged in Gainesville, a city known for its vibrant music scene. Their name was inspired by a collection of short stories by Charles Bukowski. The band rapidly released singles and EPs, with their first two LPs, “Fuel for the Hate Game” and “Forever and Counting,” arriving in 1997. Rigorous touring led to their initial breakup in August 1998, but they reformed by October 1998, driven by a desire to preserve their friendships and continue their musical journey.
Following their reformation, Hot Water Music signed with Epitaph Records, releasing “A Flight and a Crash” (2001), “Caution” (2002), and “The New What Next” (2004). “Caution” notably became their commercial breakthrough. In late 2005, the band announced another hiatus due to Chuck Ragan’s departure for family reasons. The remaining members formed The Draft, while Ragan pursued a solo acoustic career. The band reunited in 2008 for a handful of shows to commemorate their B-sides compilation “Till The Wheels Fall Off,” and have remained active since, sporadically performing and touring.
In 2011, Hot Water Music signed with Rise Records and released “Exister” in 2012. After the release of “Light It Up” in 2017, Chris Wollard took a break to focus on his health. Chris Cresswell of The Flatliners joined as a touring and later permanent member, contributing to their sound. In 2021, the band signed with Equal Vision Records, releasing “Feel The Void” in 2022, their first album with Cresswell as a permanent member. Their tenth album, “Vows,” was released in May 2024, continuing their legacy within the punk rock genre.
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