Editorial
A Ten Year Retrospective on ‘Lies For The Liars’ by The Used
Overall there is a sense of maturity on Lies For The Liars, and risk taking is done so smoothly it helps the record stand out amongst The Used discography.
Overall there is a sense of maturity on Lies For The Liars, and risk taking is done so smoothly it helps the record stand out amongst The Used discography.
Halloween is essentially alternative and goth person Christmas. It has everything: Spiders, ghosts, creepy clowns, horror movies galore, sick playlists, and of course, Reese’s Pumpkins—the best shape of all. If you’ve been looking through social media, you’ve definitely seen amazing costumes this year, including multiple iterations of hippo starlet Moo Deng, music video and festival-inspired Chappell Roans, Beetlejuice fits in honor of the new film, and much more. Of course, our favorite alt-rock stars showed up and showed out this year with classic Tim Burton-inspired costumes all the way to blockbuster movie looks. Hope you all had the spookiest and… Read more »
Halloween is around the corner, so it’s time to start planning your costume! Whether you’re going to a party, a concert, or a special spooky event, it is a treat (not a trick) to embrace a new identity for a night and become anyone you dream of. So why not transform yourself into a rockstar?! This Halloween, declare your love for your favorite band with a costume that pays homage to their undeniably unique signature style. Here are five artists with iconic looks and a step-by-step guide on how to recreate it! Ash Costello — New Years Day Ash Costello… Read more »
Can you “Guess That Gay”??? In this episode of Punk Goes Pride we are playing a game..it’s kinda like 21 questions but all of the answers are pop culture icons within the LGBTQIA+ community! Some are actors or actresses, some are musicians, some are activists, and one is a horror movie villain??? Play along and see if you can guess the answer before we reveal it. Good Luck, Babe!
Despite all the territory they’ve covered in their near-thirty tenure, AFI retains an impressively conspicuous identity. It’s the Tim Burton condition in which, despite rejecting the confines of any categorical genre with each new release, they have an innate flair that renders them instantly recognizable. But that’s not to say that they exist outside the realm of reasonable comparison. We scoured the alternative underground to prove that point. And while we can’t promise the recreation of that first magical moment you first heard Sing The Sorrow, we did pluck a handful of new music recommendations from the AFI ethos. Representing… Read more »
Pop-punk musician Noah Adams, better known as NOAHFINNCE, gave idobi Radio hints back in early March that, “If you love horror shit, you’re gonna love the music video for ‘ALEXITHYMIA.’ It is gory, and disgusting and dark and gross. And I love it.” To no surprise, it was even better than described. The 24-year-old UK-based artist has finally unleashed his “ALEXITHYMIA” music video and it is a bloody good time. “Alexithymia” is described as “when a person has difficulty experiencing, identifying, and expressing emotions,” according to Medical News Today. It often occurs in those diagnosed with PTSD or autism. “The… Read more »
Although it is something most of us can understand and relate to, no one gets ‘GROWING UP ON THE INTERNET’ quite like NOAHFINNCE. Most of us were spectators at a young age online, while NOAHFINNCE was living directly in the spotlight. Noah Finn Adams became a very successful YouTube personality when he was in his early teens and still in school. After years of developing his artistry as a musician in the pop punk and alternative rock space, he now reflects on his journey through adolescence in the public eye. Today, his debut album, GROWING UP ON THE INTERNET dropped… Read more »
German punk and hardcore quartet Shoreline shared their single, “Workaround,” which is set to appear on their forthcoming record To Figure Out due out on February 23 via Pure Noise Records. Pre-orders are available here. This bright, indie rock-tinged track examines how to feel confident in navigating your choices as an adult, even when it doesn’t follow a traditional path. Plus, “Workaround” features the one and only Chris Cresswell of The Flatliners and Hot Water Music notoriety. Check out the groovy new single below. “There is this stereotype floating around saying the third record is the hardest one for a… Read more »
In recent years, Indigenous women have fought to grab hold of the spotlight and give us a glimpse into the beauty of their culture as well as the horrors they’ve experienced over the years. From the Marvel Cinematic Universe to award-winning films to the stage, here are just a few of the powerful Indigenous women defying the stereotypes and taking back what’s rightfully theirs.
The holidays are here and slowly making their way into everyone’s minds, especially when it comes to last-minute gifts. But how does one who’s tired of the traditional reindeer games get into the spirit? With some alt-rock renditions, of course! From classics redone by Creeper to newer songs that perhaps aren’t really holiday songs. Here are 11 alternative holiday songs for everyone to avoid the “bah humbug” of the season. Read more: Fall Out Boy Releases “Pavlove (Demo)” To Celebrate ‘Folie à Deux’ Anniversary My Chemical Romance — All I Want For Christmas Is You Icons know icons. My Chemical… Read more »