From the jump, it’s obvious that Boys Like Girls have given us the soundtrack of our summer with their infectious new single “The Outside.” Marking their third new release of the year, “The Outside” is a vibrant masterpiece bursting with colorfully layered choruses and a double dose of nostalgia, instantly transporting you back to unforgettable summer nights with friends. The music video opens with a rush of memories, showcasing throwback videos of the band during their energetic performances and behind-the-scenes antics. As the group’s signature melodies kick in, fans are whisked away to a world that is both familiar and… Read more »
Deafheaven have announced they will be reissuing their sophomore album, Sunbather on November 17th via Death Wish Inc. This re-release is to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the record and will include several remixed and remastered versions of the tracks from the same producer Deafheaven worked with on the original. Along with this news, the band has also shared dates to a North American tour this fall where the they will be playing the record in full. Deafheaven Guitarist Kerry McCoy spoke on the anniversary, sharing: “Sunbather gave us a career. Before then we were working jobs and had these… Read more »
A sea of fans embellished in sequins, glitter, and cowboy hats took over the streets of Seattle this past weekend for one of the most highly anticipated tours of the summer; Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour. Since March, the 33-year-old singer-songwriter embarked on her stadium tour, delivering an intense 3-hour experience from her extensive discography. Lumen Field shattered attendance records with over 72,000 fans per night for the two sold-out shows. Leading up to the concerts, Seattle proclaimed July 22 and 23 as “Taylor Swift Weekend,” which doesn’t come as a surprise with how much tourism the pop powerhouse brought… Read more »
There are certain folks out there that love both emo music and EDM music. Are you one of them? If so, we have great news for you. Long time emo party starters, Emo Nite and popular EDM festival creators , Insomniac have teamed up to bring the people GRAVE RAVE. Emo Nite have also announced a new record label called Graveboy Records. The label currently holds artists like Say Anything, We The Kings, and Noelle Sucks. Insomniac is known to produce some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. From wild pyrotechnics and sound design,… Read more »
It was never a phase. However, which phase are we talking about exactly? Truth be told, the evolution of the emo style had many, many phases. We know we were never the jocks, the preps, or the bookworms. But we certainly had something going on, and it was developing alongside the bands we loved. Sometimes we were in all black, and surprisingly, sometimes, we were in pink and yellow. Beanies may have been really tiny, and other times very baggy and oversized. Emo fashion means something different for everyone. We thought it would be fun to rank the different ways… Read more »
Ohio natives, Hawthorne Heights, has returned with their heaviest song to date spanning across their 22-year history, aptly titled “The Storm.” The nearly three-minute ripper is the first preview to the band’s forthcoming, freshly announced EP, Lost Lights, via Pure Noise Records. The collection is set to drop on September 8 the day before the group’s Ohio Is For Lovers Festival performance. From the first note, “The Storm” kicks into high gear with tantalizing guitar work, hauntingly atmospheric layers across the instrumentation and vocals, and JT Woodruff’s signature blend of harmonies. The track takes on a contemplative feel, reflecting on… Read more »
After being told countless times that he would never make it, TX2 stopped by the idobi Studios to chat with Nick Major about his recent found success. In this captivating interview with the young, emerging artist, Nick delves into his remarkable journey of self-discovery and sonic evolution. From his early experiences playing in rock bands during his middle school days to later experimenting with rap and hip-hop influences, TX2‘s musical path has been a dynamic and evolving one. He shares how the tragic loss of one of his bandmates in a car accident shifted his focus towards rap, yet he… Read more »
The absolutely iconic rock band, Blur dominated the Britpop scene in the nineties. Today they have returned to deliver an incredible new album The Ballad Of Darren. This is the group’s ninth studio album, and first official release in eight years. They teamed up with producer, James Ford in London in the spring of this year to carats ten fantastic tracks. The album was announced in May, followed by an epic show at Colchester Arts Centre. Blur then dropped an amazing new track, “The Narcissist“. Although Blur gained worldwide popularity for their famous grunge-rock track “Song 2“, dedicated fans know… Read more »
In a heartfelt and perplexing post that has garnered endless support from fans and fellow musicians, Frank Iero, known for his work with L.S. Dunes, My Chemical Romance, and more, has expressed his disappointment and confusion towards Lego for demanding the takedown of L.S. Dunes music video for “Grey Veins.” Iero took to social media to address the matter, questioning why the iconic toy company would hinder his creative expression. As a devoted Lego enthusiast, Iero recounts in his post the countless hours and significant investment he has poured into the world of Lego, from his childhood to now building… Read more »
Our favorite Arizona band, The Maine have shared an incredible cover of “Cruel Summer” from Taylor Swift’s Lover album. The cover starts with soft, roomy guitars before pushing forward into a synth-driven chorus. John O’Callaghans vocals are somber and beautiful as always. This is a cover we never knew we needed, but are so grateful for. The Maine have also recently announced that they will be re-recording their sophomore album, Black & White. In true Taylor Swift inspired fashion, they are doing this in order to re-claim the record, as it was their only major label release. The Maine’s vocalist John… Read more »
