With four previous studio albums each offering a fresh perspective of electrifying emo-pop, Kicksie has released their all-new record Slouch via Counter Intuitive Records. In an array of slow-burn ballads and unabashed honesty, Slouch reads more like Giuliana Mormile’s personal diary where they’re free to be who they want to be and articulate their most intimate moments. Opening with the kaleidoscope-esque track, “Closure” before blooming into the album’s third track “Boyfriend,” Slouch is an amalgamation of highs and lows that represent Mormile’s intimate journey as an artist. We had the chance to speak with Mormile, the mastermind behind Kicksie ahead… Read more »
Bud Light Vs. Rednecks: Bud Light managed to annoy a ton of people since the last one of these columns went to press.
Rainbow Kitten Surprise have released their first new track in over a year courtesy of Elektra Entertainment. The new song “Drop Stop Roll” is a fan favorite that the band have been playing live over the course of the last year, and now fans can enjoy it from the comfort of their home. The tune glides along on a glassy clean guitar melody and steady beat on the way towards an instantly memorable chorus. It unfurls with a hypnotic harmony uplifted by psychedelic flourishes, creating a mesmerizing sonic experience. Read More: Origami Angel Drop Gritty New Track “Thank You, New… Read more »
Every year on March 31st, we honor International Transgender Day of Visibility by celebrating the resilience of trans and non-binary people everywhere. This is a day dedicated to elevating voices and experiences from this community of incredibly strong and endlessly brave individuals. We are your sons and daughters, mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers. We are your neighbors, coworkers, and friends. The trans community is a diverse community and represent all ethnic and racial backgrounds. We are the voices coming through your stereo. The music industry is flooded with artists who identify within this community. We make rock music, pop… Read more »
It’s hard enough to make it in a competitive industry when you’re young. But if you’re also a person of color and/or part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, it can feel next to impossible. For Meet Me @ The Altar—a trio of young women of color, two of whom are queer—the only way around those industry hurdles is through them. “We’re the perfect mesh of like almost every single type of person in the world,” says vocalist Edith Victoria. I’m catching up with the band over Zoom, the day before their debut full-length, Past // Present // Future, is set to… Read more »
I started Punk Goes Pride as my effort to connect more trans people, queer people and women making waves in this music scene. It might not change the world, but it’s something and it’s a start. It’s what I can do. What can you do?
Basslines and Protest Signs is Brett Callwood’s column looking at the intersection of music and politics. This week talks about the World Cup 2022.
Basslines and Protest Signs is Brett Callwood’s column looking at the intersection of music and politics. This week talks about the midterms and the Colorado Springs shooting.
— Today we talk about Spotify’s potential ticket selling website, a state memorial for Olivia Newton-John in Australia, and a church in Texas attempting to perform Hamilton. — Spotify Tries Something New Spotify is experimenting with a concert ticket website. Since this is only a test, purchasing options are limited right now. As of yesterday, you can buy tickets for shows in the United States for: TOKiMONSTA, Limbeck, Annie DiRusso, Crows, Dirty Honey, Four Year Strong, and Osees. They have a feature on their app that will direct you to other third party sites for tickets but they have yet… Read more »
“Punk Goes Pride” is an exciting new platform for artists both in the LGBTQIA+ community and our allies. The conversations are fun, silly, light-hearted and honest to highlight the experience of queer artists as natural and normal. It’s cool to be queer!
