The Transits

**The Transits** are a British punk rock outfit hailing from the West Midlands, known for their high-energy tunes and relatable lyrics that blend gritty storytelling with infectious melodies. Formed in the early 2010s, the band—fronted by vocalist/guitarist Joe Edwards—built a rep for DIY spirit, cutting their teeth on sweaty local gigs before expanding their reach across the UK and Europe. Their sound fuses classic punk urgency with anthemic, heart-on-sleeve hooks, landing them on bills with acts like The Menzingers and The Bouncing Souls.

Tracks like “Living Dead for a Paycheck” and “Renegade Hearts” (from their 2019 album *Ghosts of Summer*) capture their knack for pairing raw, working-class themes with shout-along choruses. Whether they’re channeling seasonal nostalgia in “Saint & Sleigh” or diving into darker, introspective territory in “Fall into Dark,” The Transits keep their lyrics grounded in everyday struggles and small victories. Their music feels like a rallying cry for anyone hustling to stay hopeful—no frills, all feeling.

Genres

Pop Punk

Indie Rock

Alternative Rock

Post-punk

Garage Rock

Emo

Hardcore Punk

Garage Punk

Emo Punk

British Punk

Diy Punk

Melodic Punk

Related Artists

Modern Baseball

The Front Bottoms

Title Fight

The Menzingers

Turnover

Microwave

The Wonder Years

PUP

Sorority Noise

Tiny Moving Parts

Latest Release

Ghosts Of Summer

The Transits

Single - Released February 14, 2025