The Real McKenzies Share “Black Agnes” From Upcoming “On Yer Bike” Album

Vancouver’s Celtic punk legends The Real McKenzies have released Black Agnes, the second single from their upcoming album, On Yer Bike, that is due out on May 29th via Stomp Records. The track follows the raucous lead single, I Wanna Eat Sardines (With Yer Mother), with a sharper edge, leaning into the band’s classic blend of pop-punk drive and Highland firepower. For over three decades, The Real McKenzies have carved out a lane entirely their own, fusing traditional Scottish instrumentation with the speed and spirit of punk rock. Founded in 1992 by frontman Paul McKenzie, the band has weathered lineup shifts, label eras, and endless miles on the road, all while keeping their sound unmistakably intact.

Black Agnes hits with the urgency of their classic Fat-era material, tight, melodic, and built to move a crowd. Driving guitars lock in with pounding drums while the band’s signature bagpipes cut through the mix, lifting the chorus into full-on shoutalong territory. It’s a track that feels equally at home in a packed club or blasted from a festival stage, where fists are raised and pints are inevitably spilled. As the second preview of On Yer Bike, the single offers another glimpse into an album that pulls from across the band’s wide-ranging influences and long-standing obsessions. From historical nods to offbeat storytelling and pub-ready anthems, the record captures The Real McKenzies at their most focused and energized in years. Longtime fans will recognize the DNA immediately, but there’s a renewed sense of purpose running through every track.