twenty one pilots are officially taking Clancy global with the announcement of The Clancy World Tour kicking off on August 15 in Denver, CO. The pair has also unveiled their highly-anticipated latest offering, “Next Semester,” serving as the second glimpse into their upcoming full-length album set to arrive on May 17 through Fueled By Ramen. The duo’s new single is quintessential twenty one pilots with a hint of DIY punk, most evident through the gritty accompanying music video directed by Andrew Donoho. Of the new single, they share on their Instagram, “The Next Semester music video is here. Cannot wait… Read more »
Keeping things cryptic, twenty one pilots are teasing their next single, “Next Semester,” off of their forthcoming full-length, Clancy. The duo posted on their Instagram two photos showcasing, presumably, vocalist Tyler Joseph’s legs and drummer Josh Dun’s arm resting on a cymbal, along with a “leaked” video snippet of a crowd while they perform the song. The preview of it gives an air of Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” vibe with dulled-out imagery partnered with moshing. “I don’t wanna be here,” sings Joseph to the crowd as they scream it back for the perfect harmony. With the sound leaning more… Read more »
Following their unexpected yet fiery collaboration released on February 16, PVRIS has now unveiled the visually striking black-and-white motif accompanying their latest single, “BURN THE WITCH.” Featuring rapper Tommy Genesis and the innovative DJ/producer/singer/songwriter Alice Longyu Gao, the track loosely delves into the historical narrative of women accused of witchcraft and the fear they instilled, particularly in men. However, the track transcends storytelling to become a strong anthem of empowerment for women and minorities. Notably, the single boasts an all-female team behind its creation, from writing to production and engineering. This underlines PVRIS leader Lynn Gunn‘s commitment to inclusivity across… Read more »
Nashville-based indie pop artist, Knox exploded onto the scene in late 2022 with his song “Sneakers“. An instant viral hit, the track gained over 2 million views overnight on TikTok before amassing nearly 30 million streams to date. It was an impressive introduction to say the least, but no one can accuse him of being a one-hit-wonder. He inked a deal with Barbershop Records and Atlantic Records after demanding their attention with his obviously captivating songwriting abilities. Knox quickly followed up his massive first single with a string of popular follow-ups, including “I Don’t Wanna Know,” “Love Letter,” and “Dumpster… Read more »
Back in August, Billie Eilish brought boygenius onstage, surprising fans who came to her intimate London show at the Electric Ballroom. Eilish, with help from Lucy Dacus, Phoebe Bridgers, and Julien Baker, performed the somber hit “when the party’s over” from 2019’s WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?. Eilish introduced the “Cool About It” trio saying, “For this next song, I wanted to invite a couple of my friends to come sing with me, so I want everybody to please welcome my friends boygenius,” which was met with adoring, surprised screams. Dacus, Baker, and Bridgers all ran onstage… Read more »
Everyone loves when a surprise guest jumps out during a live performance and last night we got an absolutely iconic collaboration. Dave Grohl, famous for his work in both Foo Fighters and Nirvana, joined boygenius at the Hollywood Bowl on Halloween to bring fans a special live performance of their song, “Satanist“. Grohl was dressed in corspe make-up for the holiday, while Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus from boygenius were sporting various religious attire. Don’t worry, they also wore their famous school-boy outfits as well. Many fans were able to capture the moment on their phones, check out… Read more »
boygenius are rounding out their incredible year with a new EP titled ‘the rest’, featuring four brand new tracks.
boygenius have shared an amazing animated visual for their beautifully cathartic song, “Cool About It” today. A group that is praised for their remarkable lyricism, the last verse of this track is absolutely astonishing. They are capable of painting a vivid picture of human emotion and experience, with such simple delivery. “But we don’t have to talk about it / I can walk you home and practice method acting / I’ll pretend being with you doesn’t feel like drowning / Tellin’ you it’s nice to see how good you’re doing / Even though we know it isn’t true”. boygenius depicts… Read more »
Ah, music festival season is slowly coming to an end. The greatest time of year, spanning from April to September, is when we can enjoy our favorite artists at outdoor venues and under the stars. Riot Fest is one of these final events of the season, returning to Chicago on September 15 for an unforgettable weekend of performances. And now, Taylor Acorn is joining Riot Fest’s impressive lineup of artists. Surprising fans with the news on Instagram, the singer posted the fest’s flyer with a caption in all caps, “SEE YOU AT RIOT FEST SEPT. 16!!!” The news comes as… Read more »
As illuminati hotties gear up for their summer run with Boygenius, which kicks off next on July 29 in Quincy, WA following an appearance at Pitchfork Music Festival, the group’s mastermind Sarah Tudzin has issued the infectiously sweet new single “Truck.” “Truck” emerges as a sonic oasis, whisking us away from the predictable sounds of the mainstream. With gentle guitar melodies paving the way, they seamlessly intertwine with Tudzin’s velvety and captivating vocals, painting a unique musical tapestry. As the notes unfurl, an evocative aura reminiscent of indie mainstays such as Sparklehorse and The National envelops us, embracing the soul… Read more »
