20K Rio is ready to take over your playlists this year and is dropping their first offering of 2025, “The Flood.” The SoCal rock duo starring Tommy Lloyd and Luke Caro blends hypnotic synths, classic rock guitar licks, and party-inducing beats to truly make any listener instantly obsessed. The sultry alternative fusion is simply irresistible. The band explains, “‘The Flood is a dark pop song that leaves the door open for slow bluesy guitar riffs and punchy drums. The song is a reflection of a love that begins as a blessing, like rain after a drought. Before it evolves into… Read more »
After sharing their Hopeless Records debut single “Self Sabotage,” Comastatic is back with their first release of 2025, “ZORRO.” Hailing from Zurich, Switzerland, vocalist Mattia Di Paolo and guitarist Jules began their Comastatic journey back in 2022. Melding raw, soaring choruses with electronic-tinged urgent rock melodies, Comastatic crafts an unforgettable modern alt-rock experience. Read more: DE’WAYNE Ushers In New Era With “highway robbery” Music Video Of the new track, Comastatic says, “‘ZORRO’ is a story of inner struggles and breaking free from the masks we wear. It’s about feeling stuck in a hollow life, battling mistakes, and facing the pressure to conform,… Read more »
It’s always a bittersweet moment to know you’ve watched your favorite band perform their last show. Everyone deserves a break, and performing is no easy task, but there’s something so special in the air when a band like Sum 41 takes to the stage. Notably, the iconic pop-punk band took their final bow on their international tour. They concluded their whirlwind route in Toronto at Scotiabank Arena on January 30. The band played 29 tracks, a mix of old hits and new favorites. Of course, the quintet had to document their sold-out final show. They Tweeted a video sharing their… Read more »
Your daily dose of Warped Tour 2025 lineup announcements has kicked off! And we’re kicking off strong. Today, Vans Warped Tour has started its daily announcements with the addition of The Interrupters performing in Long Beach and Orlando. The Interrupters have performed two times at the festival in the past. People R Ugly has also been added to the D.C. and Orlando dates. To round out the daily announcements, Taylor Acorn will perform in Orlando, Johnnie Guilbert will perform in Long Beach and Orlando, and Trxvis will perform in Orlando. This year’s stops include Washington, D.C., at the RFK Campus… Read more »
If you caught the Grammys Red Carpet, you probably saw an interviewer confuse Spirtibox‘s Courtney LaPlante for fellow Best Metal Performance nominee Poppy. Being an utter icon, LaPlante answered each question as if she truly was Poppy. Now, it seems as if Poppy is capitalizing on the moment with the release of new merch. On her Instagram, she shared a “Hello I Am Poppy” shirt design with the caption, “We Are All Poppy.” Each shirt is $35 and will ship in March. Read more: 6 Grammy Awards Speeches That Offered Hope For LGBTQ+, Immigrants, & More Spotify even took the… Read more »
Sleep Theory has officially announced the release of their eagerly-awaited debut album, Afterglow, set to arrive on May 16 via Epitaph Records. The 12-track collection follows a string of previously shared singles that include “Stuck In My Head” and “Paralyzed,” released in 2024. Now, with the unveiling of their latest track, “Static,” Sleep Theory continues to build momentum. Set against a backdrop of throbbing instrumentation, Sleep Theory combines chugging guitars, jittery electronics, and pulse-pounding percussion. At the heart of the track, vocalist Cullen Moore delivers a mellifluous yet commanding performance. His vocals intertwine seamlessly with guitarist Daniel Pruitt’s guttural growls.… Read more »
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Vans Warped Tour 2025 lineup announcements are still underway, and we’re bringing you the latest additions in real time! Today, the festival announced sace6, who will be performing at all three weekend Warped Tour dates. Additionally, Thriller Records’ Not Enough Space has been added to the festival and will be playing at the Orlando, FL, date in November. iann dior has also joined the lineup to perform at Long Beach, CA. URETHANE will perform at the D.C. date, and Enter Shikari has been announced to perform at Long Beach. This year’s stops include Washington, D.C., at the RFK Campus festival… Read more »
During the 67th Grammy Awards ceremony, history was made on and off the official February 2 evening broadcast. Of course, Beyonce notably won Album Of The Year with Cowboy Carter and also became the first Black performer to win Best Country Album at the show. Plus, Doechii became the third woman ever to win Best Rap Album. Alongside these mainstream artist wins, the alternative community was eager to see which of their faves would take home a Grammy. Notably, Knocked Loose and Poppy‘s track “Suffocate” and Spiritbox‘s “Cellar Door” were nominated for Best Metal Performance. (And it’s clear many mainstream… Read more »
The 67th Grammy Awards ceremony took place on February 2 at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, and it was a historic night to say the least. 2024’s biggest pop icons Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, and Charli XCX all took home their first-ever Grammys. Plus, Beyoncé became the first Black performer to win the award for Best Country Album and even took home her first Album Of The Year win for Cowboy Carter. It was also a night where many rising and established artists used their platform to fight back against recent political attacks on LGBTQ+ individuals, DEI rollbacks, and ICE raids.… Read more »
