Hey, Footballhead! The Chicago alt-rock band, which includes The Academy Is…’s Adam Siska and suburban indie rockstar, Snow Ellet dropped their single “Like A Blister.” The track comes from their upcoming debut album, Overthinking Everything, which arrives on March 1 via Tiny Engines. Vocalist Ryan Nolen started the project in 2022, and the latest song encapsulates a montage of melancholia. This is the third single off of their upcoming LP, and relishes the dreariness of a winter in a prominent early 2000s young adult, indie flick. The opening guitar riff is reminiscent of alt-radio faves Everclear and Gin Blossoms. It… Read more »
In an official announcement shared on the Bring Me The Horizon Instagram earlier today, December 22, 2023, the group revealed their decision to part ways with Jordan Fish, who served as keyboardist, percussionist, and backup vocalist, among other roles. Since joining the UK outfit in 2012, Fish has played a crucial role, contributing his expertise to three full-length albums, notably 2013’s Sempiternal, 2015’s That’s The Spirit, and 2019’s amo. The departure marks a significant chapter in the band’s evolution, and fans reflect on Fish’s impactful tenure with the group over the past decade. Read more: 9 Reunion Releases That We… Read more »
After the gripping release of their fierce single “Vampyre” earlier this year, it’s no secret that New Years Day is priming themselves for an explosive 2024. The dynamic five-piece, fronted by the commanding Ash Costello, continues their momentum by unveiling their latest single, “Secrets.” Accompanying this exciting news is the announcement of their highly anticipated fifth album, Half Black Heart, slated for release on March 1, 2024. Of the group’s forthcoming release, Costello shares, “One of the reasons why Half Black Heart is so special is because we were able to reunite with our original lineup.” “Secrets” emerges as a… Read more »
The horror genre has certainly made a mainstream comeback in recent years with the box office success of films like Hereditary, Nope, A Quiet Place, and M3GAN. A genre that ebbs and flows in popularity with the public, dominating decade’s like the 70’s and 80’s but falling short in the 90’s and early 2000’s, we are lucky to see it widely favored again. In the last five years or so, we have seen many new films hit theatres that are extremely unique and break through the mold of common horror expectations like Barbarian or X. We have also seen a… Read more »
New Years Day is getting into the Halloween spirit with their merciless new single, “Vampyre.” The heavy and spookily-themed song is a hard-hitting follow-up to the band’s 2022 single, “Hurts Like Hell.” Juxtaposing drop-tuned guitar breakdowns with frontwoman Ash Costello’s soaring vocal delivery, the track tells an empowering story about escaping a relationship with a narcissist. It’s a reminder that no matter how scary it can be, nobody can take away a woman’s power and strength to move forward beyond the pain and trauma. Read more: 9 Alternative Artists To Get You Into The Halloween Spirit Costello explains the symbolism… Read more »
There’s finally a chill in the air, and we all know what that means: Halloween is on its way. Whether you enjoy dressing up for parties or hosting a horror movie night from the comfort of your couch, there’s something for everyone to take part in. Better yet, there are plenty of alternative bands and artists that find their inspiration in the spooky season. This doesn’t mean that they are carving pumpkins or telling ghost stories. Many bands in our scene incorporate paranormal or horror imagery and themes into their releases. This can take the form of voodoo dolls (The… Read more »
The one-of-a-kind genre-bending artist, Royal & the Serpent is back with the fourth installment of her Rat Trap saga today with the release of RAT TRAP 4: the burden. This collection includes three new tracks, “u ruined frank ocean 4 me“, “separation anxiety“, and “oops“. This is a much more somber EP, in comparison to RAT TRAP 1: the blueprint, RAT TRAP 2: the burn, and RAT TRAP 3: the band-aid. All three songs Royal & the Serpent delivers on RAT TRAP 4: the burden follow her relationship with romance, whether that be unrequited, anxious, or avoidant. Her choice to… Read more »
Royal & The Serpent is back today with the third installment of her double-sided singles dropping all summer long. She has delivered RAT TRAP 3: the band-aid, bringing us “Utopia” and “Sweet Tooth“. “Utopia” follows a love story that has ended, with lyrics “If I could write you off my episode / I’d watch life like a new favourite show / Erasе your name from every pagе and script / Thanking my lucky stars”. It is the growth and acceptance of knowing you are better off without someone, even if it hurts. “Me without you – utopia”, Royal & the… Read more »
Following the success of their latest single/video release for “Love At First Sight,” LANY has issued the next preview of their forthcoming album, i really really hope so, in the form of “Alonica.” The track immediately strikes a chord with its mesmerizing melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and distinctive blend of electronic and indie-pop elements. “Alonica” is the second single pulled from the group’s anticipated full-length, which is set to release on September 29. From the soft opening notes and vocalist Paul Jason Klein’s alluring delivery, “Alonica” draws you in with its lush synth, serene guitar work, and delicate layers. The song… Read more »
Trophy Eyes have gifted us one more song before the release of their new album ‘Suicide and Sunshine’, and it’s a gritty look at the class divide.
