Marking his long-awaited return, KennyHoopla kicks off 2025 with “NORTHERN LIGHTS//,” his first release in nearly a year—and it’s unlike anything he’s dropped before. Departing from the raucous pop-punk energy that’s defined much of his catalog, the new track leans into an ambient, cinematic atmosphere that feels extremely intimate. Built around his hushed, almost whispered vocals and a twinkling guitar line that evokes the vast quiet of the Midwest emo/indie movement of the late ‘90s/early 2000s, “NORTHERN LIGHTS//” reveals a more introspective and experimental side of Kenny’s artistry. He shares the next chapter of his journey on social media. “I… Read more »
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have been trekking across the States on their Fighting Oligarchy tour, offering hope and strength to those frustrated by the current Trump administration. In fact, the sold-out rallies have attracted tens of thousands of attendees. Better yet, alternative musicians have “opened” for the progressive speakers. On April 13, Dallon Weekes‘ I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME performed in Salt Lake City to 20,000+ watchers. Then, on April 12, Jeff Rosenstock, Indigo de Souza, Maggie Rogers, and more performed at the Los Angeles tour stop. Last night, Sanders and AOC stopped in Nampa, Idaho… Read more »
Following the release of October’s with you in spirit, Balance And Composure are back with their new track “Alive And Well.” While it may not have made the final LP cut, the Will Yip-produced song is a necessity to hear, in all of its beachy rock glory. Plus, this song in particular helped kickstart the band’s reunion and LP writing sessions. Vocalist and guitarist Jon Simmons notes, “This was the first song we worked on together when we decided to become a band again. It was an idea that Erik [Petersen, guitarist] had sent us in early talks of maybe reuniting and… Read more »
The Dity Nil have unearthed a thrilling cover from their October 5, 2023 show at Toronto’s Danforth Music Hall. The group invited George Pettit of Alexisonfire and Dead Tired to perform “I Wanna Be Your Dog,” originally by The Stooges. On social media, The Dirty Nil noted, “Ripped some Stooges with the GOAT [George Pettit] once upon a time. Feast your eyes on that glorious moment…” Check out the uninhibited rock ‘n’ roll collab below. Beginning in June, The Dirty Nil, Carpool, and Dear Seattle will be rocking on tour with Heart Attack Man for their headlining run. Check out… Read more »
Following the runaway viral success of her haunting alt-pop hit “In My Room”—which, let’s be honest, has soundtracked more than a few late-night TikTok scrolls—dark-pop provocateur Julia Wolf is back with her infectious new single, “Jennifer’s Body.” The track arrives alongside the announcement of her highly anticipated sophomore album, Pressure. The 11-track collection is slated to arrive on May 23 via AWAL. “I wasn’t feeling seen or accepted,” Wolf candidly shares. “So I wanted this album to really express the emotions that came with that: the soft doubt, the lack of confidence, the comparing myself to literally everyone that breathes.… Read more »
As Donald Trump continues to swing back and forth on tariffs violently, consumers are growing anxious about how supply chain disruptions will impact their budget, among other things. Of course… these upticks in consumer product costs and descent into isolationist policies will deeply impact an already weary music industry. These tariffs will likely impact the price of your concert tickets, all the way to the already overpriced cocktail at the bar. Let’s break it down from instruments and tech needs to live music venue costs. (As of publication, Trump put a 90-day pause on some countries but increased tariffs on… Read more »
We got a heater for you this week and papas want to play a game with you. If you can count exactly how many IP references we make in this episode, you could win an extended stay vacation at the beautiful psych ward in the next town over.
It seems that the artists in 5 Seconds Of Summer are officially entering their solo eras. On April 8, 5SOS bassist and vocalist Calum Hood announced that he is almost ready to share his debut solo single, “Don’t Forget You Love Me.” Both the track and its accompanying music video will be available on April 10 at 7 AM PT. You can pre-save the track here. The single cover art shared on social media shows Hood dunking his head into water. Additionally, he dropped a cryptic 12 minute video on YouTube called “DFYLM_TEST_041025” that shows an aquarium of water in… Read more »
Following an incredible benefit performance earlier this year in Los Angeles, CA, blink-182 has announced the Missionary Impossible Tour with special guests, the Matt Skiba-led Alkaline Trio. In their announcement post, the band writes, “This message will self-destruct…in your pants. The Missionary Impossible tour is coming for you.” Alkaline Trio adds, “Hey everyone!! We’re so stoked to be joining @blink182 for Missionary Impossible Tour 2025!” As the official card of the tour, Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets, which are available here. On-sale tickets will be available starting this Friday, April 11, at 10 AM local time. blink-182… Read more »
Few bands in the emo and pop-punk scene have built a catalog as beloved—and emotionally devastating—as Mayday Parade. Since their 2007 debut, A Lesson In Romantics, the Tallahassee, FL, outfit has delivered heartbreak anthems, nostalgic sing-alongs, and underrated deep cuts. With a discography spanning nearly two decades, ranking their songs—from best to worst, to most underrated, it’s been no easy task. Here is the best song, worst song, most underrated song, and saddest song in the Mayday Parade discography. Best Song: “Jersey” Choosing the definitive best Mayday Parade song is no small task. Their discography is packed with scene staples—from… Read more »
