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Nick Wheeler (The All-American Rejects) Discusses The Impact Of When We Were Young Fest

On February 25, Billboard dropped their latest Behind The Setlist podcast episode with the iconic Nick Wheeler of The All-American Rejects. In it, he confirmed that 2025 is the year of new music creation for the band and also shared how their 2022 When We Were Young Festival set helped them rediscover their fanbase. He said of the set, “On stage, we had so much fun with each other. The crowd actually gave a shit.” Then, with good energy all around, they went to work on creating their 2023 Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour. Wheeler noted, “It ended up being the… Read more »

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When We Were Young Fest Announces Second Day

It has been a grueling four months waiting for When We Were Young to announce the festival’s usual day 2. But the wait is finally over! When We Were Young 2025 will officially return for a second date on Sunday, October 19, 2025. In a brief social media post sharing the announcement, the festival writes, “the best day of your life. Twice.” The fourth iteration of the festival will be headlined by the return of Panic! At The Disco performing A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out in its entirety for its 20th anniversary and blink-182 performing songs from Enema Of… Read more »

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Bowling For Soup Announced For Warped Tour & Drops “The Rock Show” Cover

After announcing its big return to the road, Warped Tour 2025 has revealed its first wave of artists for its Long Beach, Washington D.C., and Orlando stops. You can catch Chandler Leighton, Miss May I, and Pennywise on all three festival lineups. Additionally, ticketholders can catch Bowling For Soup and Dance Hall Crashers in Long Beach and D.C. Finally, Simple Plan is officially slated for the D.C. shows. In honor of the major festival comeback, Bowling For Soup celebrated by dropping a new track: a cover of blink-182‘s “The Rock Show.” It’s the pop-punk reimagining you didn’t know you needed… Read more »

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YUNGBLUD’s BLUDFEST Is Touring Internationally In 2026

YUNGBLUD is gearing up for BLUDFEST Year 2. This time, the 2025 lineup is even more stacked. Taking place on June 21, 2025 at Milton Keynes Bowl, YUNGBLUD will be joined by the likes of Chase Atlantic, blackbear, and Denzel Curry. Additionally, Rachel Chinouriri, jxdn, Peach PRC, Luvcat, Master Peace, and Cliffords have all been announced as artists. But… YUNBLUD promised that even more is to come. On Instagram, he shared, “[Y]ou have no idea what’s coming. GET READY!!!” Read more: Fresh 5: New Releases From phem to Good Terms In a recent interview with NME, the artist shared, “BLUDFEST… Read more »

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Linkin Park Wins Best Rock Group at Billboard Music Awards

Following their monumental comeback this year with the release of their new album, From Zero, Linkin Park secured five nominations at the Billboard Music Awards. The ceremony, held last night, December 12, featured major wins for Taylor Swift—a predictable moment of the evening. Linkin Park emerged victorious in two key categories: Best Rock Group and Top Hard Rock Artist. However, they fell short in the Top Rock Artist category, losing to Zach Bryan… a country artist who also claimed the Top Country Touring Artist award. The band also delivered a larger-than-life performance of “The Emptiness Machine,” with the crowd passionately… Read more »

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10 Most Jaw-Dropping Festival Performances of 2024

From the debut of the idobi Radio Summer School Tour, showcasing rising stars in the alternative space, to Grammy-nominated metal powerhouse Spiritbox commanding the stage at Louder Than Life with various musical guests, fans were treated to unforgettable fest sets across the board in 2024. Here are 10 festival performances highlighting the magic of live music in 2024. No Doubt Reunites at Coachella Marking their first performance in nearly 10 years, No Doubt’s Coachella 2024 reunion was a defining moment for the festival and the group, blending nostalgia with renewed energy. Gwen Stefani led the performance with her iconic charisma,… Read more »

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Outbreak Fest Announces Turnstile To Headline Debut London Show

Following the announcement of Outbreak Fest’s first wave of artist performances for their Manchester, UK, events on June 14 and 15, 2025, the festival has launched their debut London show. The show will take will host a special one-day, multi-stage event in London, UK, on June 13, 2025. On their official social channels, the fest shares, “Outbreak comes to London Victoria Park for the first time on Friday 13th June 2025. A curated one day event headlined by @turnstileluvconnection, with many more artists still to be announced.” The first wave of performances held at Outbreak Fest’s debut London show includes… Read more »

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Outbreak Fest Announces Knocked Loose, Tigers Jaw, & More

Outbreak Fest, taking place in Manchester, UK, on June 14 and 15, 2025, has announced the first wave of artist performances. Additionally, the annual fest will hold a special one-day, multi-stage event in London, UK, on June 13. On their official social channels, the fest shares, “Alongside our usual Manchester event we will also be launching in London for the first time, which will be a one day, multi stage festival in the city centre.” The details of the London event have not been made public, but Outbreak Fest has revealed “London news coming tomorrow.” Despite the buzz around the… Read more »

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Linkin Park’s ‘From Zero’ Reaches No. 1 Rock Album Status

Following the release of Linkin Park‘s November 15 album From Zero, the rockers shared that their record is the No. 1 rock album in the world. The week after its debut, it peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 behind K-pop sensation ATEEZ. Plus, as noted by a press release, the record hit No. 1 on Billboard charts Top Rock & Alternative Albums, Top Rock Albums, Top Alternative Albums, Top Hard Rock Albums, Vinyl Albums, and Indie Store Album Sales. Secure your copy of From Zero here. Check out Linkin Park’s full 2025 touring schedule below and purchase tickets here.… Read more »

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The Dillinger Escape Plan & More Set To Perform On Welcome To Rockville 2025

After teasing the announcement, Welcome To Rockville has officially revealed some exciting artists that will appear in 2025. The rock and metal festival is slated to take place on May 15-18. It will take place at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona, Florida. Excitingly, the Stage 5 artist reveal for Thursday, May 15 is going to see an exciting and rare appearance with headliners The Dillinger Escape Plan, who will be “bringing the Calculating Infinity chaos” to the festival in 2025. Read more: Slipknot Announces Europe 2025 Summer Tour Dates Additionally, artists Quicksand, Health, Deafheaven, Converge, Full Of Hell, Harms… Read more »