Spike Polite & Sewage

Spike Polite & Sewage, a band synonymous with the raw spirit of New York City's underground punk scene, is a testament to the enduring vibrancy and rebellion of punk music. Led by the legendary Spike Polite, known for his work with Reagan Youth and Cheetah Chrome, the band has carved a niche in the punk world with their unapologetically raw sound and socially charged lyrics. They have captivated audiences with their dynamic performances across cities like Pittsburgh, Nashville, and Austin. The band currently has Spike Polite / vocals & guitar, Heide Miklitz on bass, Beast on drums, and Tony Romero on guitar, and Lue Ann Librera doing backup vocals. Spike Polite & Sewage creates music that is as gritty and honest as the streets from which they emerged. Their newest offering, "Overflow in the Gowanus”, released in 2026 and is a powerful mix of punk and hardcore punk , encapsulating the band's ethos of challenging the status quo and representing the voice of the disenfranchised.