Southern California supergroup Sleep Pod Two has officially stormed onto the scene with their debut EP, ‘Rehearse Your Future’, a high-octane three-song collection released via Mindpower Records. Uniting veterans from independent stalwarts like Gameface, The Tank, and Jr. Juggernaut, the band transforms decades of shared punk rock history into a powerful sonic statement on resilience and empathy. Recorded over a single explosive weekend in Redlands, CA, the EP captures the urgent, melodic energy of four musicians who have rediscovered a rare and undeniable chemistry. From the rallying cry of the opener to the atmospheric title track, Sleep Pod Two delivers a masterclass in heartfelt songwriting that balances raw power with the wisdom of lived experience.
The emotional anchor of the release is the devastating new single “Concealer,” a track that dives deep into the harrowing reality of domestic abuse. Guitarist Todd Trout penned the song as a response to a friend’s struggle, weaving “heartbreaking” lyrical red flags into a driving arrangement that demands attention. Vocalist Wal Rashidi emphasizes that the compatibility within the group—honed over 30 years in the same musical orbit—is what allows them to tackle such heavy themes with grace and grit. By closing the EP with such an emotionally charged anthem, Sleep Pod Two reinforces their central message of radical connection, proving that even in the darkest times, all we truly have is each other.