There may not be something rotten in Denmark, but there must be something strange in the air when it comes to their cultural relationship with America. At least it seems that way when you look at some of the country’s most interesting exports. Just last month, Toronto was treated to a screening of Lars Von Trier’s new film, Dogville, and a concert in support of The Raveonettes’ new album, Chain Gang Of Love. Both were about America. Although The Raveonettes have admitted to being influenced by Von Trier’s Dogma 95 films, their opinions on The States couldn’t be more different.… Read more »
It has been over three years since The All-American Rejects’ less-than-stellar release of When The World Comes Down, and they’ve finally offered fans a sign of redemption. An outstanding blend of traditional Rejects alternative style with a touch of experimental flair, Kids in the Street is bound to be a hit among new and old fans alike.
What do emo-rockers and child actors have in common? It turns out that The Get Up Kids and Macaulay Culkin share the same taste in drinking establishments. The Kansas City quintet recently encountered Mr. Home Alone in a New York City bar and had the following to say about it. “It was hilarious,” says bassist Rob Pope. “It was us in this downstairs bar [with] The Strokes and Macaulay Culkin and some people from Saturday Night Live. We were just really drunk and we were like, ‘What’s going on here? Where are we?’ So we sat down and talked to… Read more »
On September 13, Phoenix, Arizona indie star Sydney Sprague revealed the deluxe version of somebody in hell loves you via Rude Records. It features new songs with artists such as Kississippi, Pool Kids, and Kevin Devine. Additionally, she shared a music video for “smiley face” featuring Pool Kids. Pools Kids‘ Christine Goodwyne says, “When I first heard Sydney play this song live on our tour together I was obsessed, and would annoyingly scream-sing harmonies from the crowd every night.” Goodwyne adds, “Several months later we were passing through Phoenix, and they joked that we could only crash on their couch if I… Read more »
The Get Up Kids are currently on tour throughout North America to commemorate 25 years of Something To Write Home About. However, fans in the UK and Europe will get to celebrate the emo record, too. The “Holiday” band just announced a series of dates for spring and summer 2025. On Instagram, the band shared, “The time has come! We are finally able to announce that we are bringing the Something To Write Home About 25th-anniversary tour to the UK and Europe next year. We cannot wait to celebrate across the pond with you! The response to our Latin America… Read more »
Following the release of “DOWN N OUT,” “FIX ME,” “GET OFF MY WAVE,” and “NUDGE,” FIDLAR is back with their new single “SAD KIDS.” The tracks are all set to appear on their forthcoming LP SURVIVING THE DREAM—their first record since 2019’s Almost Free—which arrives on September 20. Best known for their thrilling punk-studded surf rock sonics, FIDLAR crafts a stunning offering in “SAD KIDS” that was well worth the wait. The sunny indie song is the track for all the party gals, guys, and theys. In a recent Los Angeles Times interview, the lead vocalist Zac Carper shared how… Read more »
Following the release of their crashing new single, “Lightning And Thunder,” Canadian pop-rock darlings Marianas Trench are taking their irresistible theatrics on the road. “There is no greater feeling than the thunderous roar of thousands of Trenchers permeating our eardrums when we set foot on stage to perform,” multi-instrumentalist Matt Webb shares. “We have longed for this feeling, dearly, over the last few years, and are f&*king thrilled to be back with the Force of Nature tour, coming to a city near you soon!” Read more: Marianas Trench Prep For Adventure On “Lightning And Thunder” Presale tickets for Marianas Trench… Read more »
Marking their 10-year anniversary as an independent festival this summer, Four Chord Music Festival will be celebrating this monumental milestone this summer on June 22 and 23 at the historical Carrie Furnace in Pittsburgh, PA. VIP passes and early access tickets will officially be on sale today, Wednesday 21, and general admission tickets will go on sale this Friday, February 2, at 11 AM ET. The 2024 lineup welcomes an array of massive acts in the alternative and pop-punk space, with A Day To Remember headlining on Saturday, June 22, and The All-American Rejects headlining on Sunday, June 23. Additionally,… Read more »
The Queen of Pop hath spoken. Or at least she did. In an all-new interview with idobi Radio’s Gunz for The Gunz Show, special guest Tyson Ritter of The All-American Rejects and Now More Than Ever sat down to discuss AAR’s storied career, extensive discography, and more. During the interview where the pair sat down in Nashville, TN, to chat, Gunz thoughtfully questions Ritter, “What song do you wish made it bigger or people loved it more than it got the attention or recognition for that you’ve written?” As Ritter drifts into the recesses of his memory of AAR’s catalog… Read more »
This week, Basslines and Protest Signs looks at the reaction to this year’s inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, iand why every one of them is valid and deserved.
