Hayley Williams is one of alternative’s most iconic voices, and she genuinely has no time for modern internet drama. Fans are applauding the Paramore lead singer’s call-out of pop girly stan culture after she posted a now-expired Instagram story. According to a Stereogum transcription, Williams shares, “Something I’ve been thinking about a lot, and why I don’t really love it… Especially in the music world, whether it’s the pop girls or any scene, really, people only give a fuck about numbers now, and stats. And that is so lame. It’s very fun, don’t get me wrong. It’s sick. We’ve had… Read more »
Joe Jonas has officially unleashed his vibrant, sunshiney solo single “Work It Out.” After teasing the track on social media for the past week, Jonas gave fans a first taste with a live debut during the Jonas Brothers’ July 13 set in Canada. The single will feature on his highly anticipated sophomore solo album, Music For People Who Believe In Love, set to drop on October 18. “I’m both excited and emotional as I’m gearing up to release new music,” Jonas shared across his social platforms in preparation for the single drop. “I’m humbled and grateful to collaborate with some… Read more »
Preceded by their punchy, poignant single, “NEW WEST ORDER,” FEVER 333 returns today with a new single and accompanying music video for “HIGHER POWER.” “There are no diamonds to be produced without pressure,” says vocalist Jason Butler. “No lessons to learn without trials.” He continues, “’HIGHER POWER’ revolves around these ideas and reveres the beauty in the adversity-induced magic performed by marginalized communities. To exist in a world that challenges your very existence every day to some degree is one of the most magical acts I have ever witnessed. Here is my 2:43 soundtrack offering to that act.” Naturally, the… Read more »
Following Laura Jane Grace’s most recent endeavor—joining forces to create Laura Jane Grace & The Mississippi Medicals—the punker has announced a UK tour this fall. In a social media blast, she writes, “Europe! Uk! Ireland! You have asked and now here is the answer! I’ll be heading across the proverbial pond this November for a full month long run.” She continues, “Unfortunately some of the Mississippi Medicals have prior touring obligations but the good news is this will still be a full band tour. I’m bringing @pariscampbellgrace with me and we’ll be backed by @jacopo_fokas on bass & @orestis_jr on… Read more »
Taylor Swift has been dominating the charts with her most recent offering The Tortured Poets Department and taking over stadiums across the world. On her current European and UK leg of The Eras Tour, she is bringing Paramore along for the ride. Lucky ticketholders of the Wembley Stadium June 22 show got to witness the live collab of the century: Hayley Williams and Swift singing “Castles Crumbling.” The track comes from Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault), which also includes “Electric Touch” featuring Fall Out Boy. So, yes, Swift is a certified emo. Swift announced Willaims by saying, “I… Read more »
The wait is over for twenty one pilots fans. Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun have finally revealed their theatrical, action-packed music video for “Paladin Strait” from their recently released record, Clancy. The ending of the video shows “Nico” strangling “Clancy.” The red-hooded figure says, “So few. So proud. So emotional. Hello, Clancy.” Some Reddit users and Instagram users believe there is more music on the way based on the music video’s sudden ending and brief flourish before fading to black. Check out the Hollywood production-level video below, directed by Jensen Noen, who is also known for working with Bring Me… Read more »
FEVER 333 announced a massive UK, Europe, and North America tour in tandem with the release of a new single and music video for “NEW WEST ORDER.” The Welcome To Tha Function tour kicks off on October 17 in Los Angeles and wraps up on December 6 at London’s Electric Brixton. ZULU is set to support on all U.S. dates and HUE, Move, Bucki Sugar, and CLIQUE will appear on select dates. Jason Butler says of the new single, “There is an intersectional hotbed where the hood and hardcore meet. For pimps and punks alike to enjoy and celebrate their… Read more »
HEALTH is gearing up for Rat-Girl summer of their own, and they’re kicking it off with a reimagined version of “ASHAMED” from their 2023 LP RAT WARS. The LA-based noise rockers have recruited CHVRCHES‘ frontwoman Lauren Mayberry to add her unique indie pop vocals to the ethereal track. Recently, HEALTH also revealed their SELECTED WORKS album on May 13, 2024 featuring reworked tracks with guest features from Bad Omens, Poppy, Lamb Of God, and more. Check out the crossover below. Throughout the summer and fall, HEALTH is performing on myriad festival stages and headlining their own Rat-Based Warfare shows in… Read more »
twenty one pilots fans have a lot to digest today! Not only has The Skeleton Clique received the next chapter in the band’s illustrious storytelling with the release of their seventh album, Clancy, but the duo has also shared a new music video for EVERY song across the album. That’s FOURTEEN music videos for the 13-track release since frontman Tyler Joseph previously shared that “one has two versions.” Last night, to celebrate the release of Clancy and the music videos, Joseph and drummer Josh Dun hosted a premiere livestream via YouTube. You can check out the livestream featuring all of… Read more »
Ahead of their highly-anticipated May 24 release of their seventh album, Clancy, twenty one pilots revealed their new track and official music video for “The Craving.” The music video sees Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun in a paint studio and wood shop, respectively. The duo craft an intricate box and hand-painted bullet. In the end, they offer the bullet to two men in suits who shoot their guns with said shell and miss their shot. Some Reddit users believe these visuals are the band’s metaphor for the music industry. Though, the lyrics themselves are about Joseph’s wife, Jenna. “Say enough,… Read more »
