As we reflect on the unforgettable moments from this past weekend’s When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas, NV, Pierce The Veil’s iconic third annual appearance stands out as a major highlight. The Vic Fuentes-led group turned their set into an iconic celebration of their 2012 breakthrough album Collide With The Sky, performing it in full and filling the stage with star power from across the scene. The group welcomed longtime friend and “King For A Day” collaborator Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens, as did Jason Aalon Butler of FEVER 333, who brought his intense energy to their… Read more »
Following Chiodos’ triumphant return at When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas, NV, this past weekend, a documentary meant to come out over a decade ago has leaked online. The documentary covers Craig Owens and past members’ childhoods, how the band formed, and the rise of the band in the early-mid 2000s. The opening moments of the documentary state. “We all understand that Craig is a huge piece of Chiodos and a huge part of Chiodos.” Craig remains the only original member of the band. This weekend marked the band’s first live performance in nearly 10 years, sparking a… Read more »
Simple Plan took to the 2024 When We Were Young Fest stage on October 19 and 20 to play their hits and also announce a forthcoming band documentary. Pierre Bouvier shared that the audience from the festival will be part of the documentary, which is set to launch on Prime Video in 2025 via Sphere Media. Simple Plan shares, “This movie is the centerpiece of the band’s 25th anniversary celebrations and probably one of the most ambitious and special project we’ve ever been a part of. Reaching this milestone felt like the perfect moment to look back, reflect and give our… Read more »
My Chemical Romance delivered a monumental performance at this year’s When We Were Young Fest in Las Vegas, playing their magnum opus record, The Black Parade, in full for the first time since 2007. The band brought their iconic third album back to life. Their performance was complete with all the fan-favorite tracks such as “Famous Last Words,” “Teenagers,” and “Welcome To The Black Parade.” Additionally, their setlist included deep cuts from the album that rarely see the stage. From the opening piano notes of “The End.” (performed for the first time since 2007) to the resounding G-note that rang… Read more »
In a moment that has started to gain attention on TikTok, Y2K artist Middle Part posted a now semi-viral video on August 1, 2024, in which they allegedly overheard My Chemical Romance rehearsing their 2004 breakout single “I’m Not Okay (I Promise).” The track appears on the group’s album Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge, which celebrated its 20 year anniversary in June. Given the timing and location, it’s not impossible that a fellow musician could have heard My Chemical Romance rehearsing in a Los Angeles studio. The beloved emo-punk legends are set to headline this weekend’s When We Were Young… Read more »
During their explosive performance Side Show performance last night, October 17, at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, A Day To Remember treated fans to a special moment by welcoming The Devil Wears Prada frontman Mike Hranica to the stage. The crowd erupted as Hranica joined the band to perform “I’m Made of Wax, Larry, What Are You Made Of?,” a track he originally lent his vocals to on ADTR’s 2009 album. The high-energy collaboration was a nostalgic throwback to a song that has become a fan favorite over the years. Watch Mike Hranica join A Day To Remember to perform “I’m Made… Read more »
After announcing the forthcoming deluxe edition of her debut album falling for robots & wishing i was one, LØLØ has dropped the first track from the LP titled “DON’T.” Additionally, the new release arrives with an accompanying music video. “‘DON’T!’ is a really fun song to scream at yourself when you’ve been thinking about that ‘toxic special someone’ for way longer than you should be (or even at all),” she shares. “It’s an anthem for any mistake you might make at 3am when you’re drunk and lonely, or anytime you let that devil on your shoulder into your mind. That… Read more »
Armor For Sleep made a grand return to the scene in July with their single “In Another Dream.” Now, they’re sharing another dazzling track and music video, “What A Beautiful World” via Equal Vision Records. In the song, they explore how to find silver linings in dark places. Lead vocalist Ben Jorgensen explains, “‘What A Beautiful World’ is a song about examining toxic relationships we often find ourselves in and how hard it can be to free ourselves from situations that we know, ultimately, are unhealthy for us.” Read more: 6 Most Anticipated Moments at When We Were Young Fest 2024 He continues, “At… Read more »
This election season has seen its share of intense highs and lows, rampant disinformation (THEY’RE EATING THE DOGS!), and dangerous rhetoric surrounding abortion rights, along with real challenges that demand our collective resolve. With the 2024 Presidential Election less than 30 days away, Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Governor Tim Walz, are leading the polls over former President Donald Trump and J.D. Vance. However, the too-close-for-comfort, razor-thin margins of the 2020 election and the tumultuous 2016 result, where Trump claimed the presidency without the popular vote, which went to Hillary Clinton, it is absolutely crucial to vote… Read more »
Life comes at you fast, and music news can break even quicker. With all the announcements that happen in a single day, it’s easy to lose track of who’s releasing what, when your favorite artists are hitting the road, and all the mayhem that happens in between. Don’t worry though, we’ve got you covered. Every week, we keep track of the latest in new releases so that you don’t have to—from artists who are just starting to make their mark in the business to scene staples with so much more to deliver. This week, we heard singles from a plethora… Read more »
