This episode, Bad Beach comes back with their first album from 1987 — the same year I was born so this one felt personal. We lean heavy into that raw D-beat energy, running through bands like Sycophant, Bakounine, and more underground punk that keeps that aggressive, driving rhythm alive. real punk attitude, this episode is for you. We keeping it global too, pulling sounds from different scenes and showing how punk never really died it just evolved.

This episode I’m going glam and arena rock as we step into the 80s, listening to some rock and roll by The Kingbees. For my gamers, I played some of my favorite tracks from Rock Band, bringing that energy from the screen to the airwaves. This set is all about big sounds, big stages, and that feel-good rock vibe. Whether you grew up on it or just tapping in, this one is meant to turn it up loud and let it ride.

Morning set, real raw.
Pure Hell Noise Addiction led everything straight energy.
I mixed in Yo Asphalt More Fiends and Lamour for that underground feel.
Doctor's Mob was the quiet one that still hit.
Rock it out

This episode of Haus of Hightower, I stepped into an alt lane.
I mixed in My Chemical Romance, pulled in that Tony Hawk Pro Skater energy with Heart of Show, added punk edge from Nergo Terror, alt vibes from Elastic, and layered in sounds from National people Gang. Less about speed, more about feeling still underground, just expanding the range.
The sound is evolving.

This is Haus of Hightower. this morning we’re diving into one of the best punk bands I never knew about Bad Beach. I did some digging and found two gem records. Got the Pixies on the set too. Some good finds today let’s keep it punkkkkkk

hosted by DJ Hightower, is your Saturday morning wake-up call rooted in punk, emo, and little bit underground rap from the Bay Area to across the globe. Blending classic scene staples with emerging local and international artists, the show keeps the energy raw, independent, and culture-driven. From time to time, you’ll also hear interviews with artists and music lovers, adding real voices and conversation to the mix all designed to start your morning with purpose, passion, and community.