What’s more punk than performing in a cornfield? Nothing! Mannequin Pussy is back and better than ever, treating fans to their deliciously rebellious single, “I Got Heaven.” Juxtaposing their angsty screaming vocals with melodic guitar leads, the song references religion in the context of its hypocrisy, and finding god within your own life and body. Alongside “I Got Heaven” comes its music video, which is just as unique as the track. From images of cows and hay, to a family of farmers running to escape the band’s chaos, the visuals highlight Mannequin Pussy’s disillusionment with organized religion in an evocative… Read more »
Ever since he was a kid, there’s one thing Sage Weeber has always loved: drumming. At just 16, he was already playing on Warped Tour, and his career quickly expanded from playing with bands in the alternative music scene like Black Veil Brides to performing with artists including rapper Ty Dolla $ign and televised appearances on Ellen, The Late Late Show with James Corden alongside Nessa Barrett and Benson Boone. I first chatted with Sage in March 2021 via Zoom during the pandemic. It was an interview that dove into his backstory, and you can check it out here. But… Read more »
Three months after her riveting official cover release under the banner of Sumerian Records, Poppy unveiled her ferocious rendition of Kittie’s iconic 1999 track, “Spit,” in a blazing live debut performance on August 18 at The Showbox SoDo in Seattle, WA. The relentless cover of “Spit” held its ground at the pinnacle of Poppy‘s encore set, commanding attention during a show that was nothing short of enthralling, brutal, and sweaty. This performance marked an integral moment of the Godless/Goddess Tour, a journey that shares the spotlight with the dynamically talented PVRIS. The following evening, August 19, Poppy again incorporated “Spit”… Read more »
In This Moment has tapped into their divine prowess and ascended to “GODMODE,” as evidenced by the awe-inspiring release of the very track that shares its name with their eagerly awaited full-length album. Continuing the artistic journey set in motion by 2020’s Mother, In This Moment‘s highly-anticipated new album, GODMODE, is poised to make its mark on October 27, courtesy of BMG. Following the release of the album’s debut track, “The Purge” earlier this year, “GODMODE” emerges as a forceful anthem that blurs the lines between vulnerability and strength, darkness and light. From the very first notes, the listener is… Read more »
Hailing from Southern California, the melodic post-hardcore band, Movements is experimenting in ways they never have before. Their brand new album RUCKUS! dropped today, catapulting them towards new heights. The record explores fresh sounds and themes, showcasing the band’s ability to grow and change with every lyric and sonic choice. A group known for their emotional delivery of gut-wrenching and thought-provoking music, they impressively expand their approach on this album. Movements dropped several singles leading up to the record, including “Tightrope“, “Lead Pipe“, “Killing Time“, “Fail You“, and “Heaven Sent“. All five singles were beautifully intrinsic in their own right,… Read more »
Brooklyn rock band, Beach Fossils has announced a lengthy headlining tour to support their fourth full-length album Bunny that dropped on June 2nd of this year. The tour is kicking off in Atlanta, GA on October 24th and running through Queens, NY on November 30th. The group will be supported by Virginia band, Turnover. Beach Fossils new album Bunny is their first studio album since 2017’s Somersault. In 2021 however, the band released their piano inspired collection, titled The Other Side of Life: Piano Ballads. The band is currently on the road supporting Post Malone for the duration of the… Read more »
In the wake of her recent visit to the idobi Studios in North Hollywood, the luminous artist under the banner of Pete Wentz’s DCD2 Records, CARR, cast her radiant presence once again upon our studio stage. With an air of anticipation, she embarked on a stripped-back rendition of her latest opus, the entrancing “Spiral City.” Yet, this was merely a prelude to her masterful reinterpretation of The Kooks‘ classic masterpiece, “Naive.” Enveloped by the skillful harmonies of her guitarist, CARR embarked on a journey of artistic metamorphosis in comparison to her discography. Armed with an acoustic canvas, she masterfully reshaped… Read more »
Los Angeles rock trio, Beauty School Dropout are back at it again with another new song. “Beautiful Waste” is a track the band has been playing all summer long on their tour supporting Matchbox Twenty. They have also been teasing the chorus on TikTok for what feels like forever now, so fans are ecstatic that the tune is finally out! An inherently poppier track for the group, “Beautiful Waste” stays true in Beauty School Dropout nature with the lyricism and attitude. Speaking on the new track, the band shared “Beautiful Waste is about chasing that relationship that is built 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 »
From the jump, it’s obvious that Boys Like Girls have given us the soundtrack of our summer with their infectious new single “The Outside.” Marking their third new release of the year, “The Outside” is a vibrant masterpiece bursting with colorfully layered choruses and a double dose of nostalgia, instantly transporting you back to unforgettable summer nights with friends. The music video opens with a rush of memories, showcasing throwback videos of the band during their energetic performances and behind-the-scenes antics. As the group’s signature melodies kick in, fans are whisked away to a world that is both familiar and… Read more »
