The United States Tennis Association today announced that Lil’ Bow Wow and O-Town will headline the sixth annual Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day, on Saturday, Aug. 25 at the USTA National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, Queens, N.Y. CBS’ Mark McEwen will co-host the annual pre-US Open charity event. Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day is the official kick off event for the US Open that runs from August 27 – September 9. “Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day has again attracted today’s top musical performers,” said USTA Chief Marketing Officer Pierce O’Neil. “The participation of O-Town, Lil’ Bow Wow and the entire tennis community… Read more »
UK punkers The Menstrual Cramps have released their new single, “Body Politics,” and signed to Alcopop! Records. The band also announced headline shows in the new year, including Manchester Punk Fest, Outer Town Festival, and 2000 Trees. The song is based on a deeper political meaning of bodily autonomy and identity. With quick drums and a strong beat, the song kicks in by repeating the title and includes, “Body politics/Gender is performative/I didn’t choose my gender it was placed on me.” Clocking in under three minutes, it’s a good old-fashioned pointed punk song that challenges the status quo. Vocalist Emilia… Read more »
This year marks a whopping five entire years of Sad Summer Festival. The fifth-anniversary tour is positively stacked. Mayday Parade and The Maine are set to headline and The Wonder Years, We The Kings, Real Friends, Knuckle Puck, Daisy Grenade, The Summer Set, Diva Bleach, Hot Milk, and Like Roses will play sets, too. However, on the Philadelphia date, fans will be treated to a headlining show from hometown heroes The Wonder Years. You can catch the act on August 8 at Philly’s Highmark Skyline Stage at The Mann. With the festival looking to channel the original essence of Warped Tour, they continue to partner with different charities and… Read more »
Each month For The Record is here to bring you the best places to find your next favorite band in different cities all over the world—right to your screen. This month we’re diving into Grand Rapids, MI.
idobi Howl is proud to be sponsoring the first annual SACRIFEST taking place October 19th-20th at Catch 22 in Allentown, PA. The festival, put on by INSRGNT[arts], will showcase established and up and coming acts in metal and hardcore. Bands playing include The Banner, Shai Hulud, Vanna, Alpha & Omega, Betrayal, and more. Tickets can be bought here and more info can be found on their Facebook page. Check out the lineup below! DAY 1 Saturday, October 19th: The Banner(NJ) Shai Hulud (FL) Swamps(MA) Octaves (MD) Steel Nation (PA) Old Wounds (NJ) Outer Heaven (PA) Ghost X Ship… Read more »
