System Of A Down may have been released “Toxicity” back in 2001 on the album of the same name, but it remains one of the most iconic tracks and music videos in rock music. In fact, the music video has officially crossed the one billion views mark on YouTube. This is their second music video to hit this milestone. Previously, “Chop Suey!” crossed that threshold and now sits at 1.4 billion views. In July 2024, lead vocalist Serj Tankian sat down with actor and host Rainn Wilson on his Soul Boom podcast to discuss the meaning of “Toxicity.” Tankian explained “‘Sacred… Read more »
Queens-based artist Eartheater contains multitudes. Her experimental electronic and folk-pop sensibilities shine across her five albums, and now her unique sound has taken on the iconic and heavy track “Chop Suey!” by System Of A Down. Eartheater, aka Alexandra Drewchin, exchanged the progressive metal band’s signature harsh sonics and thrashy instrumentals for ethereal, whimsical choruses with subdued guitar strums and a euphoria-inducing conclusion. Listen to the exceptional and unconventional cover below. The cover and its accompanying black and white visualizer were released ahead of her new album Powders, which will arrive on all streaming platforms on September 20. Ahead of… Read more »
Coming off a massive year on their Eras-style tour, Pierce The Veil frontman Vic Fuentes has teamed up with Huddy for the collaborative release “Burn The Ballroom Down.” Huddy shares, “‘Burn The Ballroom Down’ is a rebellious song I wrote about my frustrations with the music industry. At times, the business has a dark side that can make artists feel like pawns on a board instead of human beings. It’s a reminder to question the people who designed the system. This message goes beyond music; it should apply to every structure we’re a part of.” He adds, “Working with Vic… Read more »
After releasing dazzling pop-rock bangers such as “High Horse” and “Greener,” Taylor Acorn‘s debut album Survival In Motion is finally here. Alongside the release, she dropped a new music video for “Nervous System.” Acorn notes, “‘Nervous System’ is just one of those songs where whenever I listen to it I can’t believe that it’s a song that I wrote. It’s so different from my usual style of writing but in the best way and it’s definitely one of those where you can just roll the windows down on a nice day and jam out. I love the way it feels… Read more »
Inspired by his single “Down to Love”, ARTY joins Life Rhythms to talk to Ryan Skyy about his ALPHA 9 project and discuss how everything in life comes down to love, nature’s inner navigation system.
After teasing a new collab…the day has finally arrived! The Linda Lindas and Hayley Williams have finally revealed their track “Closer.” In even more exciting news, the band also announced that this single, along with “Burning Out,” will appear on their upcoming record, GOTTA GET OUT, due out August 28 via Reprise/Warner Records. Bela Salazar and Lucia de la Garza share, “‘Closer’ is about feeling like you’re losing control of time, and watching yourself grow older from afar. Lately, we’ve been realizing how important it is to stay present, especially when our lives feel constantly in motion. It feels perfect that Hayley Williams… Read more »
The Linda Lindas are heading to a new home! The punk rockers have officially signed with Reprise/Warner Records and dropped their label debut, “Burning Out.” This track is preceded by their 2026 cover of Ramones’ “California Sun,” out via Epitaph. Lucia de la Garza says of the song, “‘Burning Out’ felt so simultaneously new and nostalgic for us, and I think that was super fitting for me, especially because I had just graduated high school and I was feeling very surrounded by change.” The artist adds, “We went on a week-long writing retreat in Palm Springs less than a month… Read more »
Metal heavyweights System Of A Down‘s Serj Tankian and Rage Against The Machine‘s Tom Morello, alongside Morello’s guitarist son Roman, have unveiled a stunning collaboration, “Adjourn It.” Tom says, “At this historical juncture, every act of art is an act of resistance and ‘Adjourn It,’ a collaboration with long-time friend Serj Tankian and my 15-year-old guitar wiz son Roman Morello, is a clarion call for justice in unjust times…Inspired by the persecution of immigrants across the land and the heroic resistance to the rising tide of fascism, it’s just about damn time to rock for freedom, justice, and equality.” Tankian adds that… Read more »
Rage Against The Machine‘s Tom Morello is doing what he does best—raising his voice and being an activist. The artist just announced the Power To The People Festival: A Day Of Peace, Love Justice, And Music. The rock festival features an array of progressive and political musicians, including Dave Matthews, System Of A Down‘s Serj Tankian, The Linda Lindas, and even Bruce Springsteen. Taking place on October 3 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD, all general tickets will go live on Saturday, May 30 at 10 AM ET. Morello shares, “The Power To The People festival is about freedom,… Read more »
March isn’t just the time to wear green and celebrate St. Patty’s Day, it’s also time to truly reflect on the accomplishments of women in your life and afar via Women’s History Month. Plus, this is your reminder to continue to support women artists, small businesses, and beyond. One way to celebrate ladies this month and every month is, of course, by buying their music and attending their shows. Sure, we here in the alternative sphere love Paramore, Spiritbox, Avril Lavigne, and the like. But it’s vital to keep an eye on who is on the rise, too! These nine… Read more »
