GOTTLIEB Release New Single “White Vans” — A Raw Portrait of Community Resistance in Los Angeles

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STgFb7_hzyk

Stream here: https://orcd.co/whitevans

Pre-Order Limited Edition Vinyl Here.

On “White Vans,” Gottlieb turns its focus to a moment of escalation and collective action in their own Mid-City neighborhood — a flashpoint that reflects the broader political climate shaping the band’s worldview.

“‘White Vans’ was written during a time in which Los Angeles was under siege during ICE occupation,” says vocalist Andrew Pescara. “Following a low-stakes porch theft, our neighborhood in Mid-City was experiencing a police response that subjected an innocent neighbor to the will of a helicopter, 8 police cars, and 18 officers with their guns drawn.

But, fed up by the unpopularity of ICE & police action, the neighborhood united unlike ever before to ‘de-arrest’ their neighbor. This unity crossed lines of class, politics, race, and even rival affiliations to overwhelm the police. Our re-telling is meant to be a replicable, real-world example – and indeed, an endorsement – of communities’ ability to self-police.”

Fueled by frantic pacing, serrated guitars, and a sense of lived-in urgency, “White Vans” stands as one of the most immediate and confrontational entries in Gottlieb’s catalog. It captures not just outrage, but the rare moment where that outrage transforms into collective power — a theme that runs throughout The Far Fallen Fruit.

Entirely self-produced — from recording and mixing to artwork — the album reflects a band operating with complete autonomy and intent. Drawing influence from politically charged acts like Ceremony, Crass, and Refused, Gottlieb delivers a sound that is both chaotic and deliberate, rejecting empty aesthetics in favor of substance and confrontation.

At its core, The Far Fallen Fruit documents what the band describes as a generational rupture — a breaking point shaped by economic instability, systemic violence, and a growing disillusionment with inherited systems. Within that framework, “White Vans” emerges as a defining moment: not just a critique of authority, but a vision of what exists beyond it.

Gottlieb continues to build momentum with a growing reputation for incendiary live performances and coverage from outlets including No Echo, New Noise, and Idioteq. The band will support the single and upcoming album with a run of West Coast dates and a full U.S. tour this summer.

“White Vans” is available now on all streaming platforms.

About Gottlieb
Gottlieb is a politically driven punk band operating out of a co-op in central Los Angeles. Blending post-punk tension with the ferocity of classic hardcore, the group pairs propagandist lyricism with explosive live performances and outspoken activism against police violence, ICE, and systemic inequality.

Gottlieb will support the new album with a run of West Coast dates and a full U.S. tour this summer.

Upcoming Shows

MAY @ CALIFORNIA:

May 2 — Los Angeles, CA @ Oblivion (Record Release)
May 23 — Berkeley, CA @ Gilman (Punk In The Bay Benefit Fest)

JUNE @ US TOUR:

June 11 — Phoenix, AZ @ Central Arts Market
June 12 — Grand Junction, CO @ North Ave DIY
June 13 — Boulder, CO @ Unit5
June 14 — Lincoln, NE @ Duffy’s
June 16 — Chicago, IL @ Reggie’s
June 17 — Detroit, MI @ TBA
June 18 — Kalamazoo, MI @ The Runoff
June 19 — Columbus, OH @ Dirty Dungarees
June 20 — Pittsburgh, PA @ Shred Shed
June 21 — New York, NY @ Sleepwalk Brooklyn
June 23 — Baltimore, MD @ TBA
June 24 — Charlotte, NC @ TBA
June 25 — Bristol, VA @ Youth Against Fascism
June 26 — Atlanta, GA @ Culture Shock
June 27 — Little Rock, AR @ Vino’s
June 28 — Oklahoma City, OK @ Grand Royale
June 29 — Albuquerque, NM @ Rens Den
July 1 — Las Vegas, NV @ Punk Rock Museum
July 2 — Las Vegas, NV @ TBA

The Far Fallen Fruit — Track Listing
01. Pipe Bomb
02. What Are You Worth?
03. American Blood
04. Dogs, Pt. 1 (Joy to Distract from Resistance)
05. City on the Hill
06. Optimized Child
07. Dogs, Pt. 2 (The Far Fallen Fruit)
08. I Started Carrying a Knife Today
09. White Vans
10. Sugar Packets