Independent Project Records (IPR) and Jeffrey Runnings, the creative force behind the influential post-punk band For Against, have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help offset his medical expenses as he battles stage 4 cancer. Donations will directly support his treatment, care needs, and overall wellness. To contribute, please visit the GoFundMe page here.

About Jeffrey Runnings:

As the heart and soul of For Against, Jeffrey Runnings has inspired countless fans through his contributions to music and art since the 1980s. Today, he is facing a significant personal challenge, requiring extensive medical treatment that brings overwhelming financial strain.

The GoFundMe page reads, “We’re reaching out to the incredible music and arts community that has followed Jeff’s journey over the years to lend a hand in his time of need. Donations of any size will directly fund his medical expenses, support his daily care needs, and allow him and his family to focus on his recovery with less financial stress. Jeff’s music has given us so much; now it’s our turn to give back.”

IPR’s Role and Jeffrey’s Music Legacy:

Since the 1980s, IPR has partnered with For Against on five full-length albums and a 7” EP. In the last decade, labels like Captured Tracks and Saint Marie Records have released box set compilations featuring parts of the For Against catalog. In 2016, Saint Marie released Jeffrey’s first solo album, Primitives and Smalls. IPR is now working on Jeffrey’s sophomore solo album, Piqued, slated for release in mid-2025.

Your support means the world to Jeffrey Runnings and his family during this difficult time. Donations of any size will make a real difference.

Legendary Paisley-Underground band Rain Parade is set to release a deluxe two-disc edition of their 1983 debut album, Emergency Third Rail Power Trip, alongside a new digital two-song single, Surprise, Surprise (Bubba O’Riley Remix) / Bee and His Buzz, on December 13, 2024.

The deluxe edition will feature a remastered version of the original album, along with bonus tracks including demos, live performances, and rehearsal recordings—many of which have never been heard before. The album has been remastered by Rain Parade producer Jim Hill and will be available as a black vinyl double LP and as a double CD. The second disc of rarities and the packaging will include extensive liner notes and photos, offering fans a comprehensive look at the band’s rich history.

Rain Parade has continued to stay active since their 2023 comeback album, Last Rays of a Dying Sun. After a successful UK acoustic tour and a well-received West Coast tour with The Third Mind, the band has continued to create new material. Their upcoming album, set for 2025, promises to continue their legacy of blending 60s psychedelia with modern influences.

The Surprise, Surprise single, also out December 13, features a remix of the track by Bubba O’Riley, and it showcases the band’s continued evolution with fresh new material. The band’s lineup includes original members Matt Piucci, Steven Roback, and drummer/percussionist Stephan Junca, along with guitarist John Thoman and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist Derek See.

Emergency Third Rail Power Trip Deluxe Edition Track Listing:

Disc One: Emergency Third Rail Power Trip

1. Talking In My Sleep
2. This Can’t Be Today
3. I Look Around
4. 1 Hour ½ Ago
5. Carolyn’s Song
6. What She’s Done To Your Mind
7. Look at Merri
8. Saturday’s Asylum
9. Kaleidoscope
10. Look Both Ways

Bonus Disc: Rarities and Demos

1. What She’s Done To Your Mind (Single Version)
2. This Can’t Be Today (4-Track Version)
3. I Look Around (4-Track Version)
4. Look Both Ways (4-Track Version)
5. Saturday’s Asylum (Live)
6. First of September (Live)
7. What You’ve Done (Demo)
8. Look at Merri (Demo)
9. Paper Girl (Live)
10. Speedway (Live)
11. No Good Trying (Live)
12. Unexpected (Live)
13. Time Machine (Rehearsal Demo)

Surprise, Surprise EP:

1. Surprise, Surprise
2. Bee and His Buzz

Upcoming Tours and New Album: Rain Parade is also gearing up for their next album, which will be released in 2025, continuing to build on their legacy. After their recent tours and upcoming releases, Rain Parade is busier than ever.

Pre-order the Emergency Third Rail Power Trip deluxe edition and new single on the official website and stay tuned for more details about upcoming shows.