Press:

“www.dictionary.com defines ripsnorter as "One that is remarkable for strength, intensity, or excellence." This band's name is well-chosen. A great, fast hardcore band. Tight, energetic, fun, loud, intelligent. Self-described as "Hypersonic Hardcore Noise Pollution." And all the guys look like they'd be just as comfortable on motorcycles as they did on stage. I'm not sure who scheduled this lineup because Ripsnorter's set was second in quality only to the UK Subs. After Ripsnorter finished, it was more than two full hours before the intensity of the music in that room was back to the level it at which it started. It was a great show, if you like this sort of stuff.”
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“Infected Like a death march of punk madness, Ripsnorter has entered a new plain of musical chaos with the improved sound and die-hard mentality of the new album "Infected." If kickin' down doors only to hang from the chandelier before leaving the party sounds like a Saturday night fiasco of fun, then "Infected" will do justice.”
Kaleb Bronson - Rift Magazine

“The extreme punk, rock, hardcore sounds of Ripsnorter on their third full length c.d. entitled "Infected", energizes and catapults the listener's senses into a frenzied variety of emotion's. Through the use of catchy guitar hooks, harmonic guitar back drops, powerfully thumping bass lines, smoothly delivered vocals, tasty drums and exaggerated time change, many of the thirteen songs on "Infected" are a real addictive treat to the ears. Ripsnorter definitely takes the road less traveled in music today with an all out balls to the walls attitude and thunderous punk rock sound. Ripsnorter continues to give the middle finger to the establishment without missing a beat in the constantly growing hardcore, punk, rock scene.”
Q/5 - Muen Magazine

“The album "Pulse" is a loud, aggressive wall of sound created by four guys that definitely have both profound opinions and insites. Although the album is loud and aggressive it also has a positive twist.”
Minnesota Music Scene

“Pulse is a 12 track 39 minute Tour De force, no nonsense Metal album the way it used to be. From the opening track 'Dependence' this CD takes no prisoners. This to me is what metal is all about, raw, no nonsense, straight to the point.”
Stormbringer

“Pulse: Ripsnorter have created an interesting sound on this CD, effectively mixing Misfit Horror-Punk influences with elements of hardcore. Unlike the Misfits, Ripsnorter usually has something to say, other than just singing about aliens and vampires. The songs are nice and raw. This is the real deal, no bull shit, punk. Highly infectious, moshable stuff.”
urotsukidojis pad

“Wake the Dead: Almost sounds more like the Misfits than...well...the Misfits!”
DedKitty Radio

“Wake the Dead: These deadites play raw, loud, and aggressive!! Wake the dead they will!!”
Mad Monster Radio

“Wake the Dead: The Misfits ought to watch their backs, Ripsnorter just may stomp all over their grave!”
Battlehelm

“Wiping Out the Human Race: Sixtyne tracks of pure fracas infused punk! Hailing from Minneapolis, MN this band of 4 bring a new swift kick to punk music. This 'ain't your' blink182 "so-called punk", it's the real deal. R!psnorter is here to stay. One of the numerous likable aspects of this band is their keen observation and manner in which they sing what we all wonder about. J-ME is the voice of many in America, and possibly around the world. The lyrics are on honest extraction/excerpt of what's bringing us down. The messages are not some hybrid encrypted signaling device, they just say it - like it is.”
Help Along Your Way

“Wiping Out the Human Race: Ripsnorter have truly come into their own, mixing just enough of Misfits'd croonery and whoa-whoa-is-me-ing ("Living Hell", "Circle") to make them stand out in both the hardcore and horrorpunk factions.”
Gery Nible - Horrorwood Babble-On

“Wiping Out the Human Race: There are lots of mid-paced riffs and rhythms that just make you wanna find the next available mosh-pit and dive right in! In a sub-genre that produces a lot of clones, Ripsnorter manages to honour their forefathers, but stops short of ripping them off, and in the end, has managed to create their own sound.”
urotsukidojis pad

“Infected: We stumbled onto this band in search of a band that does Misfits covers, this is not what we found. We found a hidden treasure from the mid-west. Who would have guessed true-core punk would come from Minnesota - times are a changin'!”
Help Along Your Way

“Infected: The album is a punchy 40-minutes of punk rock, and excellent for those who wish to hunt zombies.”
James Zahn - FANGORIA MUSICK - Musick Reviews

“Infected: Each song stands on it's own real well. JME's vocals are well-crafted. The musicianship on this release is also spot on. Overall, this is a very strong album. It doesn't seem too formulaic...which is a good thing. These guys don't seem too interested in following the same, stale horror punk motif that so many other bands adhere to. It's catchy, heavy, and solid from beginning to end.”
Werewolves on Wheels 'Zine

“Ripsnorter has spent many years bloodying their knuckles for the honor of the horror punk genre. In Ripsnorter's case, it's obvious. They do it because they love it. Here's hoping Ripsnorter keeps waving the horror punk banner well past the impending zombie apocalypse.”
MP Johnson - Razorcake