The horror genre has certainly made a mainstream comeback in recent years with the box office success of films like Hereditary, Nope, A Quiet Place, and M3GAN. A genre that ebbs and flows in popularity with the public, dominating decade’s like the 70’s and 80’s but falling short in the 90’s and early 2000’s, we are lucky to see it widely favored again. In the last five years or so, we have seen many new films hit theatres that are extremely unique and break through the mold of common horror expectations like Barbarian or X. We have also seen a… Read more »
Halloween is the time to put on your favorite spooky tracks or just play all the songs you love year-round for your normie friends. Of course, myriad instrumental songs are instantly recognizable and iconic, such as in the case of A24’s Talk To Me’s “Le Monde” by Richard Carter, taking over TikTok and Instagram Reels. Additionally, Michael Abels’ thrilling compositions brought Jordan Peele’s Get Out, Us, and Nope to life with rousing instrumentals, including “Pas de Deux” and “Preparing The Trap.” Of course, who could forget the goat, the OG, “The Master Of Horror,” himself, John Carpenter? The “Prince of… Read more »
This past weekend’s When We Were Young Fest sizzled under the scorching sun in Las Vegas, NV, as it kicked off on Saturday, October 21, and emerged as the ultimate pop-punk playground for fans of all generations. In contrast to last year’s weather-related cancellation on the first day, this year’s festival ran seamlessly, cementing its place in the annals of pop-punk history as a spirited showcase of pop-punk prowess. Read more: Green Day Announces New Album ‘Saviors,’ Releases New Single Featuring a riveting lineup that ranged from rising stars such as Beach Bunny, KennyHoopla, and Jean Dawson to seasoned pop-punk… Read more »
We love seeing musicians from different parts of the rock scene join forces and collaborate on something special. Whether it be an original song or a cover of a band that moved them, the results can prove music’s undeniable ability to form deep human connections. Duran Duran’s new cover of “Pyscho Killer” by Talking Heads is no exception, featuring Måneskin’s badass bassist, Victoria De Angelis. The new rendition of the Talking Heads classic highlights bass as it ebbs and flows with emotion through every fiery run. Every instrument in the arrangement plays off one another to create one infectious conversation… Read more »
When We Were Young Fest 2023 has been nothing short of a pop-punk playground this weekend in Las Vegas, NV, and will certainly go down in history as a celebration of nostalgia like no other. As day 2 of the weekend began to wind down, Simple Plan decided to take the event to a whole new level with a star-studded lineup of guest artists to join them on stage for a mind-blowing rendition of their 2002 hit, “I’m Just A Kid.” Read more: Gabe Saporta Joins The Academy Is… For “Snakes On A Plane” At WWWY As Pierre Bouvier, Simple… Read more »
Simple Plan brought their latest “Iconic” collaboration with Jax to the 2023 When We Were Young Fest stage. From the band’s 2022 LP Harder Than It Looks, “Iconic” was given a flashy revamp on October 13 with help from the “Victoria’s Secret” singer and TikTok star. Check out the onstage collaboration below. Simple Plan also played their hits “I’m Just A Kid,” “Perfect,” and, of course, “What’s New Scooby-Doo?“ When the song initially came out, Jax was floored and thrilled to be part of the remaking of the iconic track. “I was so so so excited when Simple Plan asked… Read more »
Andrew McMahon, lead vocalist of Something Corporate, is about to be one very busy singer. According to a show poster seen by idobi Radio’s Patrick Walford of Rock The Walls at the House Of Blues, Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin, and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness will be playing a weekend full of shows together in 2024. Fingers crossed that Something Corporate‘s When We Were Young Fest sets on October 21-22 will yield more details about what to expect. Basically, fans of McMahon‘s career since the beginning will need to see him in all of his vocal, genre-defying glory. More on… Read more »
Panic! At The Disco‘s lead guitarist Mike Naran is officially a married man and shared snapshots of the beautiful day with his Instagram followers. Best known for his work alongside Brendon Urie, Naran has deep roots in the scene, including playing with Sparks The Rescue, The Ready Set, and The Spill Canvas. He also performs under NARAN, with singles “Pity Party” and “Money“, and also released a 2014 solo EP entitled Here, Now. On October 19, Naran married his longtime partner Lia Pettineo in Silverado, California with a blissful, leafy green backdrop. Rancho Las Lomas offered the perfect venue for… Read more »
With their new track “Tomorrow’s Gonna Hurt”, the Thomas Nicolas Band toast to those nights where nothing else matters. Here’s how they made it and what it means for their upcoming 7th album!
When We Were Young Fest is the place to be to revive your inner emo kid with nostalgic pop-punk and alternative hits, all while hearing new tracks from your favorite artists and meeting fellow Warped Tour lovers. This year’s lineup boasts an array of rock ‘n’ roll legends, including headliners Green Day and blink-182. Plus, attendees will have the chance to see the likes of 5 Seconds Of Summer, Motion City Soundtrack, Turnover, Gym Class Heroes, The Veronicas, and many more iconic acts. Lucky ticket holders also get to see reunions from bands returning from hiatus or artists who only… Read more »
