Five Minutes With: Calgary Punk Band Quit It!

Born out of the raw energy of Treaty 7 Territory’s punk scene, Quit It! has carved out a reputation as a band that refuses to be ignored. Praised by Maximum Rocknroll as torchbearers of “socio-political anthemic punk,” the group fuses urgency, grit, and chaos into a sound that demands attention. Their music isn’t just a soundtrack—it’s a rallying cry. From basement shows to festival stages, Quit It! channels collective power into songs that fuel community, spark critical thought, and leave audiences forever changed.

Quit It!
Photo by: Megan Kessler

Name:

Quit It!

Genre:

Punk

Founded:

2020

# of Albums:

3

Latest album:

Through the Debris (2025)

Latest single:

Video Days

Latest video:

Favourite musician growing up:

The Bouncing Souls

Favourite musician now:

Propagandhi

Guilty pleasure song:

Anything in the realm of Phil Collins

Live show ritual:

I’m a sucker at the merch table—love me a souvenir!

Favourite local musician:

Brain Bent

EP or LP?

Both! Depends on how much time I have.

Early bird or night owl?

Forever a night owl, sometimes forced to be an early bird.

Road or studio?

I love both, but ultimately the road—there’s better food out there.

Any shows or albums coming up?

Our full-length Through the Debris is coming out in October! We’re touring to Quebec and back to support it, with lots of stops along the way.

Where can we follow you?

Instagram

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Rapid Fire Local Questions:

Favourite local restaurant:

Alumni Sandwiches—simply doesn’t miss.

Favourite street in your city:

11 St SW, one block that has all the hits: Galaxie Diner, Niko’s Pizza, and Kalamata Grocery. One-stop shop!

Favourite park in your city:

George Moss Park in Ogden. It’s got new basketball courts, ball diamonds, and is prime for dog walking. Skate park coming soon! You can often find me air-balling half-court shots there.

Favourite music venue in your city:

A toss-up between The Palomino, Dickens, and The Ship and Anchor.

Favourite music store in your city:

Sloth and Hot Wax are classics. Also love Melodiya, which doubles as a comic shop!

 

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