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Music Executive Dave Shapiro Tragically Passes Away in Plane Crash


Dave Shapiro—a well-respected music industry executive who opened doors for hundreds of alternative artists in the scene—has tragically passed away today, May 22, 2025, in a small jet plane crash in San Diego, CA. He had just turned 42 years old in January. A godfather of the scene, Shapiro was a driving force in the world of artist management, booking, and touring. As a co-founder of Sound Talent Group and owner of Velocity Records, he helped guide the careers of countless alternative artists. His vision, tireless drive, and deep respect for musicians made him a beloved professional and trusted voice… Read more »

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TX2 Wants to Repair the Alternative Scene


In a scene that once prided itself on being a haven for the outcasts, the alternative community has lately been cracking under the weight of gatekeeping, toxicity, and performative pain. On the latest episode of idobi Warped Radio, TX2 shares that not only does he want to repair the scene, but he wants to rebuild it from the ground up. With a thriving Discord server boasting over 50,000 members, TX2 is leading a movement in the alt space. The X Movement, as it’s known, acts as a digital support group for thousands of fans navigating mental health struggles, identity crises,… Read more »

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Winona Fighter Wonders “R U Famous” On New Single


With their debut album, MY APOLOGIES TO THE CHEF, set to arrive on February 14, Winona Fighter has unleashed their new single, pondering the question, “R U Famous.” Frontwoman Coco Kinnon shares, “’R U Famous’ is about someone who always tries to see what they can get out of people doing well in their music career. I think the term is called a ‘starfucker’ but I don’t think you can say that in an article haha! But that’s seriously what it’s about. It’s a situation I think unfortunately happens to a lot of up and comers, and something that has… Read more »

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Woe, Is Me Signs To SBG Records; Evanescence Cover Arrives Friday


After a nearly 10 year hiatus and reformation in 2022, Woe, Is Me has announced their signing to SBG Records. “When we made the decision to start making music again, signing to a label wasn’t exactly something we were looking to do,” the band shares. “However, signing with SBG Records feels like the perfect next step for us. They have been extremely welcoming, made us feel comfortable, and excited to be creating music again. They have an amazing team that understands our vision for this band, and we couldn’t be more excited and grateful to be working with them. This… Read more »

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FELICITY Reminisces About “Nights In Your Bed” On New Single


Marking their third single of the year following the successful release of “Charlie Sheen” alongside Point North’s Jon Lundin in February and “Lovesick Blues” in May, FELICITY has dropped “Nights In Your Bed.”  “‘Nights In Your Bed’ is an extremely personal song for us, and the writing process was a very therapeutic experience,” the band shares in a press release. “Several of us suffered our own heartbreak this past year. As we crafted the song, we delved into the depths of our own tumultuous breakups, transforming pain into poetry and heartache into harmony. Although all good things must come to… Read more »

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FELICITY References twenty one pilots, Third Eye Blind, & More On “Lovesick Blues”


FELICITY is in their “Lovesick Blues” era across their shimmering new single. Their latest offering marks the group’s second release of the year following the success of their collaborative track, “Charlie Sheen,” alongside Point North’s Jon Lundin in February. “‘Lovesick Blues’ is one of our favorite songs we’ve written,” the band shares in a press release. “We feel like it’s one of those timeless songs accessible to all generations. Many of our songs are geared toward a specific demographic. Our heavier songs might be for metal heads or a pop-punk anthem for the Warped Tour purist, but with ‘Lovesick Blues,’… Read more »

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Point North Unleashes New Single, “Bring Me Down”


Point North has unleashed their boundary-pushing new single, “Bring Me Down.” Their latest sonic explosion, the three-piece seamlessly blends elements of hardcore and pop, creating a unique, experimental fusion that transcends genre. The track emerges as an instant anthem through its infectious hooks and high-octane energy. “This song is just about toxic relationships and feeling isolated,” the band shares in a press release. “It touches on feeling like no one is really out for your best interest and only after their own. It also reflects on growing older and becoming more aware of who you surround yourself with and what… Read more »

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LØLØ Prevails On Sharp-Tongued New Single, “kill the girl”


LØLØ has unleashed her razor sharp new single “kill the girl,” which will appear on her forthcoming debut studio album falling for robots and wishing i was one. “I wrote ‘kill the girl’ about the girl inside of me who could just NOT get over someone, for the life of me,” LØLØ shares in a press release. “For some reason, we tend to always remember the good parts but not the millions of BAD parts. That was the case with me for a long time with a certain someone. I didn’t know why I was so hung up on them,… Read more »

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Underoath Announces ‘They’re Only Chasing Safety’ 20th Anniversary Tour


Can you believe it’s been 20 years since Underoath released their breakout fourth studio album, They’re Only Chasing Safety? Neither can we. Spencer Chamberlain‘s debut release with the band was launched with their leading single, “Reinventing Your Exit,” with the full album arriving on June 15, 2004. To celebrate the 20 year anniversary of the album’s release, Underoath will be hitting the road on tour this summer with Static Dress as support. Not only will the band perform They’re Only Chasing Safety in full, but they will also be performing a secondary set of fan-voted tracks unique to each night… Read more »

Video

Beauty School Dropout Performs “One Night Stand You” Live


“One Night Stand You” is a damn good example of all the things Beauty School Dropout does best in their musicality. Clever lyricism, charismatic vocal delivery, verses that swell with anticipation before bursting into an explosive chorus—there’s a reason this track was a hit from their sophomore album, READY TO EAT. They gave the song proper love and attention with a beautifully cinematic black-and-white music video. Beauty School Dropout also released a recent acoustic reimagining. “Much like drugs I believe love (or lust) is a substance. It can just as easily be turned into a crutch to alleviate the pains… Read more »

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