Mariachi El Bronx, aka The Bronx‘s alter ego, is going on a headlining tour this fall, beginning on September 17 in Cleveland. Max Diaz and Bedouin Soundclash will serve as support. The band is also set to perform with Aquabats in late October. Mariachi El Bronx vocalist Matt Caughthran says, “Music, at its core, is something that’s meant to be experienced live. It’s a chance to dance, sing, and celebrate. It’s an opportunity to disconnect from the algorithm and connect to a pure source.” He adds that the “You Ése Tour” is the longest headlining tour we’ve ever done with… Read more »
Charli XCX is back with the release of her gritty new single, “Rock Music.” The mega pop artist has been riding the massive wave of her 2024 album Brat, and the pressure to follow up that magic was palpable. Charli XCX is no stranger to genre shifts, exploring hyper pop, electronic dance music, synth-pop, electroclash, and more over the course of her career. However, rock would undeniably be a new adventure for her. “Rock Music” is being met with an interesting take from fans. Some love it, and some hate it. Several fans have taken to TikTok to say that… Read more »
During a WWE stream from Birmingham on Monday, August 25, performers Becky Lynch and Nikki Bella did some trash-talking to promo their Clash in Paris fight. However, some metal fans believe Lynch’s cheap, verbal punches featuring Ozzy Osbourne, a Birmingham native, went a bit too far. After all, Ozzy was laid to rest only mere weeks ago after passing on July 22. Recently, Kelly Osbourne weighed in via an Instagram Story post. Notably, Lynch, the classic wrestling villain, said, “The only good thing that came out of [Birmingham] died a month ago. But in fairness to Ozzy Osbourne, he had… Read more »
Uh oh… My Chemical Romance has entered the “online discourse,” and long-time fans are clashing with “casual” fans. My Chemical Romance has just kicked off their Long Live The Black Parade tour, and some ticket holders took to social media to describe their surprise and perhaps upset with the band for their political themes. At the Seattle date, Gerard Way held an “election” with the crowd who “voted” for hooded “candidates” in the center of the stadium. In classic MCR theatrical fashion, these hooded figures were “executed” and taken out in body bags. “Thank you so very much for participating… Read more »
Have you ever wondered what it would sound like if emo-punkers My Chemical Romance and the beloved Hannah Montana character collided for a crossover? This writer sure has, and today, that itch has been scratched. Earlier this week, an image from the Billboard Albums chart dated November 11, 2006, began circulating across social media platforms showcasing MCR’s The Black Parade secured at No. 2 and Hannah Montana’s self-titled album at No. 1. The image donned the caption, “i feel like we as a society don’t talk enough about the november 2006 album charts.” This unlikely and rather nostalgic clash has… Read more »
Fall Out Boy‘s Patrick Stump might be the well-known face of pop-punk and scene music, but in his heart, he is an OG ska fan. So much so, that the singer was recently interviewed for the upcoming second expanded edition of In Defense Of Ska by author and journalist Aaron Carnes. The book is set to arrive on October 29 via Clash Books. The book’s second edition boasts “an additional 30,000 words of compelling stories, research, and analysis” of ska legends such as Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Operation Ivy, the Slackers, Hepcat, Mephiskapheles, and Reel Big Fish. In addition to his… Read more »
If you were a Warped Tour kid and love museums, you’re in for a surprise. Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman just announced that he will be hosting a private tour of the Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas. Taking place on the morning of October 21, Lyman will guide punk rock fans through the 12,000-square-foot facility designed to give visitors a lesson on the history of the genre. Today, Lyman shared the news with his followers in an Instagram video. “I’m super stoked to be coming up to Las Vegas and the Punk Rock Museum where I will be giving… Read more »
After seven long years, Pierce the Veil is finally gearing up to release The Jaws of Life.
We’re doing what we do best on Geek Girl Riot: Geeking out over some fantastical stories, including Dune, Ted Lasso, and Needle in a Timestack!
