Following the release of their full-length album PRATTS & PAIN released in February 2024, viral sensation Royel Otis has released the official music video for “Merry Mary Marry Me.” Shot during the band’s PRATTS & PAIN North American tour run earlier this year, the video features fan reactions to the sweet, tongue-twister track and exudes a sense of summer. Check out “Merry Mary Marry Me” below. The Aussie darlings will be returning to North America later this year kicking off on September 9 in Columbus, OH before concluding in Vancouver, BC on October 22. The 29-show run has already sold… Read more »
Alt-rock fans have a lot to celebrate with the new collab between Halsey and Evanescence‘s Amy Lee. The two joined forces to craft a truly dazzling track for the upcoming From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina film, “Hand That Feeds,” ahead of their May 14 concert. Halsey says, “I’ve been a fan of Amy Lee since I was 11 years old. Her and Evanescence created a window for me that allowed my feelings to seem important. They were the place I ran to when I couldn’t stand the outside world. I wouldn’t be the artist I am today without… Read more »
Following the release of 2024’s The Great Impersonator, Halsey is back with their first new music of 2025, “safeword.” The song features riot grrrl-infused punk screams infused with sexually liberating lyrics such as “I got a bad reputation from the fucking around/I got a standing ovation from the others on the playground.” For fans of Halsey’s hit “Nightmare,” this is the new rock track you need to hear ASAP. Keep a close eye on the music video because Halsey’s partner Avan Jogia makes a cameo. Check out the sexy, latex-laden “safeword” music video below. Beginning in May, Halsey is heading… Read more »
During his run of shows through Australia, Djo (aka Joe Keery) stopped by the triple j studio to perform his Like A Version song. Now, this radio station project has yielded some pretty iconic live song covers, inlcuding Royel Otis’ cover of “Murder On The Dancefloor” originally by Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Poppy‘s cover of “Taste” by Sabrina Carpenter. Now, a dazzling new cover of HAIM’s “Gasoline” just dropped from Djo. In an interview, Djo shared, “I think they’re such great artists. I love that they’re sisters, and they make music together. I’ve got a big family and my song that… Read more »
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has officially announced their 2025 lineup, and it is rife with amazing alternative rock talent. Taking place on June 12-15 in Manchester, Tennessee, the fest boasts dazzling headliners, including Olivia Rodrigo and Avril Lavigne on Saturday night. Other standout artists include Hot Mulligan, Insane Clown Posse, Jack’s Mannequin, Bilmuri, and more. The pop-punk kids are certainly in for a good time. Tickets go on sale Thursday, January 9 at 10 AM CT. Grab your passes here. Bonnaroo 2025 Full Lineup:
Ready to get your knees moving? Shaky Knees Music Festival has announced its 2024 line-up. Headliners Queens Of The Stone Age, Foo Fighters, Girl In Red, The Offspring, Weezer, Noah Kahan, and more will take the mainstage during the three-day weekend from May 3-5 in Atlanta, GA’s Central Park. Notable acts such as Loveless, Nova Twins, Pool Kids, Microwave, and Sunny Day Real Estate will add a little emo essence to the alt-rock weekend. Read more: Set It Off Announces The Deathless Tour With Crown The Empire & More With some fests and acts announcing anniversary or album play-through shows,… Read more »
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