System Of A Down may have been released “Toxicity” back in 2001 on the album of the same name, but it remains one of the most iconic tracks and music videos in rock music. In fact, the music video has officially crossed the one billion views mark on YouTube. This is their second music video to hit this milestone. Previously, “Chop Suey!” crossed that threshold and now sits at 1.4 billion views. In July 2024, lead vocalist Serj Tankian sat down with actor and host Rainn Wilson on his Soul Boom podcast to discuss the meaning of “Toxicity.” Tankian explained “‘Sacred… Read more »
LANDMVRKS are moving forward on their lyrical and cinematic journey with the arrival of their single and music video for “A Line In The Dust” featuring While She Sleeps‘ Mat Welsh. The track is preceded by 2024’s “Creature,” “Sulfur,” and “Sombre 16.” In December 2024, the French metalcore outfit shared that these tracks are set to appear on ther forthcoming 11-song LP The Darkest Place I’ve Ever Been, which arrives on April 25. Secure your pre-orders here. LANDMVRKS took to Instagram to share, “This song continues to develop the story of the creature, who, in a moment of self-awareness, finds… Read more »
Magnolia Park is saying what we’re all thinking right now with their blistering yet equally empowering new ripper, “CULT.” “‘CULT’ is a song about gaining back your power from an oppressor, made to inspire people to stick up for what is right and not let themselves be taken advantage of,” the band shares. “This reflects in our story where Aurora and the Vampires have to stand up to a towering oppressive group called the ‘Shadow Cult.’” Alongside their latest track, Magnolia Park has revealed the release date for their third album, VAMP. This neo-gothic concept album is set to launch… Read more »
Split Chain may be in the midst of their first-ever North American tour, but they’re never too busy to drop new bangers. Today, the UK-based five-piece launched their new single “I’m Not Dying To Be Here” via Epitaph Records. Previously, they released several 2024 tracks, including “I Don’t Wanna Be Me,” “(Re)-Extract,” “Haven,” and more. Of the new track, Split Chain shares that it’s “a raw and honest reflection on the courage it takes to choose yourself, even when it means walking away from someone you once trusted.” A dazzling mix of nu-metal and grunge, Split Chain is an act… Read more »
Anxious just dropped their new single “Some Girls” from their forthcoming record Bambi. The sophomore LP, which is due out February 21 via Run For Cover Records, also features their previous singles “Counting Sheep” and “Head & Spine.” Needless to say, Anxious is dynamic in every sense of the word. The Connecticut emo act effortlessly weaves in and out of indie-rock-inspired vocals and garage-rock guitar melodies in the new track. However, across their discography, they have a sound that appeals to everyone, whether you prefer soft indie or are a certified metalhead. (They just performed at Better Lovers‘ BLissmas alongside… Read more »
After an unfortunate series of events, lead singer of SeeYouSpaceCowboy Connie Sgarbossa, shared on Twitter/X that her tenure in the band may be reaching its end. In a January 15 social media post, she said, “Probably gonna be leaving SYSC due to a lack of urgency on issues I have been bringing up for a while now. It was fun while it lasted.” This is likely in response to the January 14 Dance Gavin Dance tour announcement where The Home Team, SeeYouSpaceCowboy, and Dwellings were listed as support. Fans of both SeeYouSpaceCowboy and The Home Team took to social media… Read more »
This week on Add To Library, a show where hosts Shawn Kupfer & Brian LaCour bring you deep dives into awesome Heavy Music Albums both new and old, they discuss a vastly underrated release of 2024 as they talk all about Dead Icarus’ (the new project from Alex Varkatzas formerly of Atreyu & Gabe Mangold of Enterprise Earth) debut album Zealot! Subscribe to Add To Library on Apple Music and Spotify Follow Add To Library on Facebook & Instagram Tune in live Fridays @ 9pmET for new album breakdowns each and every week!
Following the May 2024 release of their third album Model, Wallows are back with their new single, “Your New Favorite Song” out via Atlantic Records. The dreamy, acoustic-laden track allows lead vocalist Dylan Minnette to shine with its lullaby-esque qualities. Sonically, the trio adds brightness to the track with horns and strings, perfect for feeling some warmth in the gray chill of January. On top of releasing the new single, Wallows has shared that Deb Never will be supporting them on their February run. Plus, they dropped new May and June dates with support from Porches. Pre-sale tickets for the… Read more »
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 »
What an interesting chat this was! Karla Ortiz, former VP of Marketing and Label Services for Vydia and Digital Marketing executive at Universal Music Group, founded Monark Entertainment in 2020 during the pandemic. Karla talks about how she got her breaks working in music marketing which started with her first internship with Ryan Seacrest, to moving into a new media internship at Universal and eventually converted into full time employment working in the latin department and working with Rihanna & Kanye! She chats about all things marketing including the importance of maintaining relationships at the big socials and the evolution of radio pluggers, tik tok driving pre sales and spotify playlisting!
