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Who would have thought this little garage punk band would get a glowing review in a major publication with Ozzy on the cover? UK publication Classic Rock Magazine reviewed Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops’ new album “Slimephone Surveillance” in their most recent issue’s “sleaze round up.”  “Are you ready for slime rock? Greg and his weirdo friends pour … Read More

Deutsch punk review page OneTwoXU had some kind words (assuming we translated it right) on Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops’ new album, “Slimephone Surveillance.” “The Des Moines, Iowa group already have an EP and a pretty neat first LP under their belt but i don’t remember them ever ripping as hard as they do now on their sophomore … Read More

The band stopped by the Trilix studio recently as guests on the In The Round Podcast (more info on that here) and while at the studio they also recorded a song! The band ripped a blistering version of “Animal” engineered by Phil Young that you can check out on YouTube.

Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops’ sat down for an extended interview with “In The Round Podcast.” They talk about the genesis of the band, Jill’s narcolepsy, recording, touring nightmares and more! The band had a great time chatting with Diana and chilling in the Trilix Studio. Watch on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you … Read More

Music For Misfits included the song “Reception” from the band’s new album “Slimephone Surveillance” in their “October Round Up.” “Greg Wheeler And The Poly Mall Cops released a heavy-punching rock anthem that crashes through the speakers with no apologies and even less restraint. Crackling vocals snarl over a thunderous, rambling soundscape that feels gloriously unhinged, every riff soaked in grit … Read More

More love for Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops from see/saw (Trusted punk and rock’n’roll publication/newsletter). See/saw included the song “You Make Me Spin” off the band’s new album “Slimephone Surveillance” on their “Best Punk Songs Of October 2025 Playlist” alongside other great acts such as Snooper, Brainbombs, Buio Omega and more! Listen here. See/saw mastermind Evan Minsker also … Read More

Trusted punk and rock’n’roll publication/newsletter/review site see/saw has posted a glowing review for the band’s new album “Slimephone Surveillance” in their Punk This Week roundup. If you love punk music and are looking for more new music, there is no better resource than see/saw. “You want some more wild shit from the Midwest? Des Moines’ Greg Wheeler & the Poly … Read More

Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cop’s new album, “Slimephone Surveillance” is getting some playlist love. Tidal included “Animal” on their “Punk Riot: Best New Punk” playlist. Punk Rock Museum included both “Reception” and “Slimephone (You Can’t Hide)” on their “Punk Rock Museum – New Music Friday” Spotify playlist. PUNKLOID also included “Reception” and Slimephone (You Can’t Hide)” on their … Read More

Greg spoke with Kill The Music for their “Track By Track” segment, where an artist goes through each song on an album and talks a little bit about the subject matter, writing and recording process. Read it here. DISCLAIMER: This piece is best read on desktop, as the Kill The Music site is a minefield of ads on mobile.

Atlas and Anchor posted a review of the band’s new album “Slimephone Surveillance.” “Like a blinding blast of neon from the shadows, Wheeler, along with drummer Hutch and bassist/vocalist Jill Erin McLain create 10 noisy and frantic punk-fuelled bursts of garage rock with raw, snarling attitude on their new album, with a sound akin to The Cramps.” – Justin Read … Read More