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11 Alternative Musicians Celebrating Their Birthdays In June


June is officially here, and it’s not just the perfect time to indulge in summer treats (hello, Ben & Jerry’s) and get your music festival tans…or burns…on, it’s also time to celebrate some of your fave musician birthdays. These Gemini and Cancer babies have made some of the most iconic modern rock, pop-punk, and indie tracks, and for that, they deserve the best birthdays ever. From Tonight Alive‘s Jenna McDougall to Twenty One Pilots‘ own Josh Dun, here are some birthdays to mark in your cals this month. Jenna McDougall — June 1 Jenna McDougall of Tonight Alive and Hevenshe… Read more »

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Riot Fest Announces Stacked 2026 Lineup


Riot Fest returns for 2026 with an absolutely stacked lineup. Headliners include Tool, Alanis Morrisette, Twenty One Pilots, and Pierce The Veil. Beyond the headliners, the lineup only gets more impressive. Quite a variety of acts are covered within the alternative scope. Spanning both genres and generations, Riot Fest locked in some legends. Sex Pistols, Iggy Pop, Descendents, Bad Religion, Morrissey, and more are included. But it doesn’t stop there; we get some classic millennial names too like The All-American Rejects, Motion City Soundtrack, Bright Eyes, 3OH!3 etc. There’s a band for everyone. Don’t sleep on the “smaller font” bands.… Read more »

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Tom Morello Announces Power To The People Festival With Bruce Springsteen, More


Rage Against The Machine‘s Tom Morello is doing what he does best—raising his voice and being an activist. The artist just announced the Power To The People Festival: A Day Of Peace, Love Justice, And Music. The rock festival features an array of progressive and political musicians, including Dave Matthews, System Of A Down‘s Serj Tankian, The Linda Lindas, and even Bruce Springsteen. Taking place on October 3 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD, all general tickets will go live on Saturday, May 30 at 10 AM ET. Morello shares, “The Power To The People festival is about freedom,… Read more »

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Twenty One Pilots Perform “Drag Path” At The American Music Awards


Twenty One Pilots showed up and showed out at the 52nd American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 25. The duo, Josh Dun and Tyler Joseph, performed their viral hit “Drag Path,” originally released as a bonus track on Breach: Digital Remains. Excitingly, the band also took home their own award for Best Rock/Alternative Artist. Check out the full performance and the list of winners below. Artist of the Year Bad BunnyBruno MarsWINNER: BTSHarry StylesJustin BieberKendrick LamarLady GagaMorgan WallenSabrina CarpenterTaylor Swift New Artist of the Year Alex WarrenElla LangleyWINNER: KATSEYELeon ThomasOlivia Deansombr Album… Read more »

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Boston Manor Re-Issue Be Nothing., Share 10th Anniversary Tour Dates


Boston Manor has announced a re-issue of their beloved debut album, Be Nothing., along with a 10th anniversary tour to celebrate. Boston Manor fans, it is okay if you feel old today. Who can believe it has been an entire decade since the album that gave us “Laika” dropped!? Over the last ten years, Boston Manor has grown and changed into many different beautiful iterations of their band. The group has always proved themselves to be something unique, but Be Nothing. was the effort that built their foundation. The re-issue arrives August 14th ahead of the anniverary tour. Boston Manor… Read more »

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Marmozets Want You To Be More Anti-Perfectionist ASAP


At long last, Marmozets have finally returned with their stunning third album CO.WAR.DICE.—their first in eight years. The English rockers, who boast such hits as “Major System Error” and “Captivate You,” are back and better than ever with a fresh perspective—not just on their music—but on the world, too. Vocalist Becca Bottomley says of the record, “CO.WAR.DICE. is an album reflecting on the state of our world and a vow to ourselves to leave this world in a better place. We may never make a huge impact, but we can only try. Like any story there’s a beginning, middle, and… Read more »

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Vienna Vienna Knows “Grief Is For The Living” On New Track


Vienna Vienna is back with a new single, “Grief Is For The Living,” preceded by his Entertain Me EP. In a new grunge-laced chapter, the artist perfectly tackles the concept of loss with fuzzy guitar melodies, soaring vocals, and fierce energy that demands your attention. Vienna Vienna says, “When the bells ring, and you sit in that hard pew for the third time, you’ll wonder who it’s really all for. An urn wants for no party, no stories, no flowers, and no wake. The dead have no desires, and no need to see you suffer for them.” The artist continues,… Read more »

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XCOMM Drops “PIRATES” ft. GHOSTEMANE Ahead Of Debut Album


XCOMM has dropped “PIRATES” ft. GHOSTEMANE today and it’s a banger to say the absolute least. XCOMM exploded this year after their viral hit, “Fake ID” took over the punk scene. A jaw-dropping effort from a band so young, fans of punk music, new and old, were immediately impressed. It is impossible not to recognize the magic happening with this band. XCOMM is kicking and punching their way into the forefront, and we are thrilled to watch it happen. Olive Vox Says “We Are Not The Same” On New Track Frontman Michael Gatto shares, “I’m so excited for the world… Read more »

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Olive Vox Says “We Are Not The Same” On New Track


Arguably the most promising up-and-coming rock outfit, Olive Vox has released a brand new track, “We Are Not The Same” today. Olive Vox has been cementing their place in the rock scene over the last year, proving they are here to stay. Although the band is composed of fairly young guys, they have a massive, timeless sound. “We Are Not The Same” has an explosive chorus that impresses on the first listen. Speaking on the new track, Oliva Vox says, “This track explores the emotional self-destruction and the fallout of a relationship.The internal struggle of a person who realizes they… Read more »

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Chase Petra Drops Indie Pop Single “Soda Pop”


Chase Petra returns today with a brand new indie pop track, “Soda Pop.” The new tune follows “405” as the second single from her upcoming EP, A Terrible Ennui, out June 6. Chase Petra is known to deliver earnest, relatable lyricism over catchy guitar riffs and “Soda Pop” is no different. “I had been rudely reminded of the fact that my femininity would always outclass my humanity in terms of how the world interacts with my body. I’ve been really lucky in my career as a musician to have worked in largely queer spaces, which have always made me feel… Read more »

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