October 2, 2026
The Paradox deliver: “Proceed With Caution” EP is out in full
A few weeks ago, we reported on the announcement; now it is here: The Paradox have released their second EP, “Proceed With Caution”. It features four brand-new songs we have not played on POP PUNK 101 yet, alongside the two advance singles we previously covered.
Release details
Artist: The Paradox
Release: “Proceed With Caution”
Format: EP, six songs
Release date: October 2, 2026 (sources: Rock Sound, Shore Fire Media)
Label: Hundred Days Records (source: Jammerzine)
Tracklist: “I Kinda Like That”, “That's Not Fair”, “Good For Me”, “Living Hell”, “Stoner Mentality”, “It's Over” (source: Jammerzine)
Streaming: Apple Music
The Paradox have long been a regular part of our programming, so there was no way we were going to miss this EP. The Atlanta band only formed in summer 2024, yet they have already made history with “Get The Message”: they became the first all-Black band to top Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart (source: Shore Fire Media). High-profile supporters including Billie Joe Armstrong, Travis Barker and Jack White have also publicly praised the band (source: Shore Fire Media).
Alongside the familiar “I Kinda Like That” and “That's Not Fair”, the EP adds four fresh tracks — “Good For Me”, “Living Hell”, “Stoner Mentality” and “It's Over” — that broaden the band’s range. “Good For Me” in particular had already caused a stir on social media before the official EP release, reportedly racking up millions of views (source: Jammerzine). Overall, “Proceed With Caution” shows The Paradox moving through their influences with plenty of energy and hooks, without losing their own sound.
We’ll keep you posted on POP PUNK 101 as soon as there’s more pop-punk news. Stay tuned!