Pup have always thrived on self-deprecating sarcasm—this is the band whose name stands for “pathetic use of potential,” which was Babcock’s grandmother’s comment on his career choice.

Shelter dogs are back on the ice for the second NHL Stanley Pup hockey game, where recuse canines representing all 32 NHL teams will play hockey together. The Stanley Pup airs on June 6 and June 8.

PUP Embrace Their Imperfections Vocalist Stefan Babcock talks to Paste about how writing songs in isolation saved him from self-destruction, why he and his bandmates can’t get along in the ...

On PUP’s self-titled debut album, Stefan’s writing solely focused on his own experiences. Thanks to years of therapy, though, these days his perspective is more empathetic.

PUP: “I wasn’t even trying to write a record. I just wanted to let what came out happen” As Toronto punk heroes PUP gear up to release their typically candid fifth album Who Will Look After ...

The second edition of the Stanley Pup will feature 32 dogs, each representing an NHL team. All of the dogs will be up for adoption, NHL said.

Now, PUP are giving a couple more reasons to be excited: The new song “Olive Garden” and the Olive Garden-style record-release party that the band is planning. skip to main content. ALL; ...