Get ready to shred both the pavement and the airwaves, because CORROSION OF CONFORMITY (C.O.C.) is rolling out something way beyond your average band merch. The iconic punk-metal legends have just dropped COC Skateboards, a high-octane line of skate decks that embodies the band’s unapologetic, rebel-without-a-cause spirit. Partnering with Volatile Skateboards, this long-awaited fusion of music and skate culture is now live at cocskateboards.com. But here’s where it gets controversial: is this just another cash grab, or a genuine celebration of the band’s roots? You decide.
From the gritty underground clubs of North Carolina to the concrete bowls of skate parks worldwide, C.O.C. has always been about raw energy, unfiltered expression, and a refusal to conform. Now, that ethos is hitting the streets—literally. As the band puts it, ‘Skating and C.O.C. have always been synonymous. This isn’t just merch—it’s a movement. No compromise. No apologies. Just pure attitude.’ Whether you’re carving hills or hanging these decks as art, COC Skateboards are built to make a statement—since 1982.
And this is the part most people miss: C.O.C. isn’t just about the music; they’re about pushing boundaries. Last September, they dropped a spontaneous rendition of FREE’s ‘Fire And Water,’ recorded during downtime while working on their upcoming album. This track kicks off the ‘Riffissippi Studio Jam Sessions,’ a series of reinterpretations of songs by their favorite artists. It’s a reminder that C.O.C. isn’t afraid to experiment, even after four decades in the game.
Speaking of their upcoming album, the band recently wrapped a North American tour supporting JUDAS PRIEST and Alice Cooper, with a few headlining shows sprinkled in. Since forming in 1982, C.O.C. has woven their signature riffs into the very fabric of heavy metal, evolving from thrash to blues-infused metal while keeping fans and critics on their toes. Their 2018 album, No Cross No Crown, marked a triumphant return with guitarist/vocalist Pepper Keenan, hitting No. 67 on the Billboard Top 200—their highest-charting album ever.
But here’s a fun fact: some of the guitar sessions for their upcoming LP took place in a private Miami studio owned by none other than Barry Gibb of the BEE GEES. Talk about unexpected collaborations! And while we’re on the topic of lineup changes, the band recently welcomed bassist Bobby Landgraf, formerly of DOWN, into the fold, following the departure of founding bassist Mike Dean in 2024. Drummer Stanton Moore is also back in the mix, adding to the anticipation for their next release.
Yet, it’s impossible to talk about C.O.C. without honoring the late Reed Mullin, who co-founded the band in 1982. His passing in 2020 at age 53 left a void, but his legacy lives on in every riff and every revolution of those new skate decks. As Pepper Keenan recalled, it was Mullin’s call that reignited the band’s fire in 2014, leading to their European tour and eventual return to the studio.
So, is COC Skateboards just a cool gimmick, or a genuine extension of the band’s rebellious spirit? And what does this say about the intersection of music and lifestyle brands? Let us know in the comments—we’re all ears. One thing’s for sure: C.O.C. isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Whether on stage, in the studio, or on four wheels, they’re still making mamas cry—and we’re here for it.
