Album review: ‘Smile Kid’ solidifies We the Kings’ pop-punk image
This past December witnessed more than snow and sleighs when We the Kings re-emerged with Smile Kid.
This past December witnessed more than snow and sleighs when We the Kings re-emerged with Smile Kid.
On April 22, Coachella confirmed on Instagram that they would be back on April 11-13 and 18-20 for the 2025 installment of the famous arts and music festival. With the fest only mere months away, rumors are now starting to swirl about who might be on the lineup. While an official roster hasn’t been revealed, some reports have shared a handful of stars set to appear. Per a Rolling Stone piece by author Tomás Mier, Green Day and Post Malone will be festival headliners, as well as Travis Scott, who will be in a special guest slot for 2025. Additionally,… Read more »
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the pop-punk duo girlfriends, comprised of Travis Mills and Nick Gross, has unveiled their sugary-sweet new single, “shut up & kiss me.” The new release marks their debut single arriving via Verswire since the pair’s signing with the VC-modeled company at the end of 2023. The duo’s latest offering is a spirited anthem that delves into the fearless pursuit of love. Infused with the energetic pulse of pop punk’s forefathers, “shut up & kiss me” draws clear inspiration from blink-182 and Green Day, subtly paying homage to their influence through the band’s nuanced songwriting.… Read more »
Kill The Lights just shared their final single “Sleep With The Devil” from their forthcoming sophomore record, Death Melodies, out on March 8 via Fearless Records. Comprised of Michael “Moose” Thomas, Jason “Jay” James (Bullet For My Valentine), James Clark (Throw The Fight), Jordan Whelan (Still Remains), and Travis Montgomery (Threat Signal), the band first launched their debut record in 2020 with The Sinner. Ahead of Death Melodies‘ release, the band has also shared supercharged singles “Broken Bones,” “Scapegoat,” “Hear You Scream,” and “From Ashes.” “Sleep With The Devil” showcases a slower, unapologetically raw side of the band with prominent acoustic guitar strums. “Sleep with the devil/Lost in the storm /Fighting for closure but… Read more »
Much like a phoenix, Kill The Lights is rising “From Ashes” with a new song and corresponding music video. The Fearless Records signees and certified metal supergroup also announced they are gearing up to release their sophomore record, Death Melodies, on March 8. Comprised of Michael “Moose” Thomas, Jason “Jay” James (Bullet For My Valentine), James Clark (Throw The Fight), Jordan Whelan (Still Remains), and Travis Montgomery (Threat Signal), the band first launched their debut record in 2020 with The Sinner. Ahead of Death Melodies‘ release, the band has also shared supercharged singles “Broken Bones,” “Scapegoat,” and “Hear You Scream.”… Read more »
Country singer Jason Aldean barely concealed his bigotry with the “Try That In A Small Town” single. It’s reassuring to know that these violently evil views are not the norm. Not in music, not in country music, not anywhere.
[imgfull] [/imgfull] Yes I’ve been starting my show with “Fish Kringle” cause I can and if no one else will play it on the radio, I WILL! What an awesome show it was! lil aaron co-hosted, Travis from We The Kings called in to talk about everything and Alex from Conditions called in to premiere Conditions first new song in too long called “Give It All”. lil aaron just dropped a Christmas EP co-produced by himself and Travis Barker called WORST CHRISTMAS EVER and has plan to release a new EP almost every month next year and a couple of full… Read more »
idobi photographer Audrey Lew spent the day with Stories Untold before their show in Deer Park, NY.