Go Kick-Ass! 4 returns for its fourth installment. This annual compilation collects all-new tracks from a carefully curated crew of bands from all over southern Ontario (and two from Quebec).
Combining a love of physical media, mix CDs and an enduring need to spread the word about must-hear underground music, Go Kick-Ass! encapsulates Cartridge Heart’s mission statement in a jam-packed double disc package that makes for a great companion for road trips and is a gateway to undiscovered talent.
Disc One is a punk rock poison pill with enough skate punk, pop punk, hardcore and noise punk to send you on a warped-sized head-trip. Disc Two is a mixed bag of high-energy rock n roll, post-punk, psych, shoegaze, folk/country and more that has a bit of something for everyone.
On the weekend of September 18-20 there will be a series of launch events all over southern Ontario featuring the bands that appear on the comp. Hit up a show in Ajax, Hamilton, London or Toronto, grab a copy, put on your favourite boots and get kickin’!
Go Kick-Ass! 4 is available on CD and digital (Bandcamp) via Cartridge Heart on September 18, 2026.