Canadian alt-rockers, The Beaches have dropped a brand new single today, “Blame Brett” and announced their forthcoming sophomore LP Blame My Ex due out September 15th. The new track is extremely cheeky to say the least. The Beaches give a new perspective to the break-up anthem by being equally parts funny, mournful, and scathing. They sing “So sorry in advance / Before you take off your pants / I wouldn’t let me meet your friends / I wouldn’t let me near your dad”. They continue with the line “Don’t blame me, blame Brett / Blame my ex”. Pretty hilarious right?… Read more »
The Irish singer/songwriter, Foy Vance has announced today he will be embarking on a lengthy tour in support of the 10 year anniversary of his album The Joy Of Nothing. The album boast the extremely popular track, “Guiding Light“, which featured Ed Sheeran himself. In 2015, Foy Vance became Ed Sheeran’s second signing to his label Gingerbread Man Records and he has subsequently released two acclaimed studio albums, The Wild Swan (2016) and Signs Of Life (2021). As an in-demand songwriter, Vance’s collaborations include co-writing four cuts including “Galway Girl” on Ed Sheeran’s 2017 album Divide. Speaking on the tour, Vance shares: “It is hard… Read more »
The show must go on! After being forced to postpone their forthcoming performances in South America due to drummer Travis Barker’s hand injury, blink-182 has announced partial details for rescheduled shows in Lima and Mexico City. The trio will head out to South America in 2024 and have added a fourth Mexico City performance. Adding fuel to the fire of excitement, yesterday, blink-182’s Tom DeLonge, who recently rejoined the band in 2022 after parting ways with the group in 2015, responded to a fan’s tweet asking about new music with a cryptic message. After a fan posted a meme questioning… Read more »
Beloved emo rock icons Say Anything emerged from hiatus last Friday for their first show in nearly five years. Frontman Max Bemis and the refreshed lineup dug in for a sold-out, four night run at New York City’s Bowery Ballroom with a line of fans camped out in the rain on Delancey Street waiting for doors to open. Anticipation was high, driven by the release of “Psyche!” earlier in the day, the band’s first new music since their no longer 2019 farewell album, Oliver Appropriate. Say Anything has always featured a revolving door of musicians surrounding founding members Max Bemis… Read more »
As Ice Nine Kills have kicked off their UK and European tour with Metallica, which will be followed up by the group’s own headline Wurst Vacation Tour, the scream team’s guitarist Dan Sugarman has made the difficult decision to step away from the band for the moment. In a statement Sugarman shared on his social media, he explains, “I don’t really know how to do this, I don’t really know how to say this. All I know is that I wouldn’t be living my dream day in and day out if it wasn’t for you. And believe me when I… Read more »
Talk on the street is that the Los Angeles-based band, Hot For Crime are about to explode as one of the new faces of modern rock-n-roll. Today they released their self-titled debut full-length album, Hot For Crime. The record features singles “Ya Need It“, “Good Bad Girl“, and “You Ain’t Mine“, which have collectively gained over two million streams already. The band’s sound falls somewhere between the Sex Pistols and Bon Jovi, bridging a gap between two different ends of spectrum for many rock fans. It’s aggressive but its also anthemic and catchy. United Talent Agency‘s Daniel McCartney shared on… Read more »
Queer Boston-based four-piece shallow pools have launched their fresh single “IHYK” via Equal Vision Records. The new release follows their previous singles “Now Or Never” and “Say What You Want,” which were co-written with groundbreaking LGBTQIA+ artist Lynn Gunn of PVRIS. “IHYK” is showcased by an infectious, earworm chorus highlighted by vocalist Glynnis Brennan’s passionate delivery flourishing across crisp guitar riffs courtesy of guitarist Jess Gromada. However, it’s drummer Ali Ajemian’s intricate fills and lively that drive the track forward complemented seamlessly by bassist Haley Senft’s groovy rhythms. Together, the group demonstrates their exceptional musicianship and ability to craft memorable… Read more »
Earlier this year, Beartooth joined Papa Roach on their collaborative effort, “Cut The Line,” a re-released track featured on Papa Roach’s 2023 album Ego Trip. Now, we’ve got our first taste of 2023 of Caleb Shomo and co. doing what they do best on their new single, “Sunshine!” Marking the group’s first new release since July 2022’s “Riptide,” “Sunshine!” is a startlingly optimistic track offering filthy breakdowns with the group settling for a juxtaposing acoustic, stripped-down chorus that stands out amongst their past releases. Even upon first listen, it’s easy to hear that “Sunshine!” will become a staple of the… Read more »
Alt-rock idols The Used have launched their latest single “Numb” pulled from their tenth forthcoming full-length, Toxic Positivity, set to drop May 19 via Big Noise. Leaning into their knack for honing in on the all-too-relatable, overpowering emotions associated with mental health struggles, The Used’s brand-new track explores the sensation of feeling like a ghost in your own skin when everything around you is too much and not enough all at once. Vocalist Bert McCracken’s piercing shrieks in the track’s recurring line, “Does anybody else feel numb?” is an indication of the recognizable emotions attached to anxiety and depression, and… Read more »
An unlikely pairing or a match made in heaven? Alt-rap unit Hollywood Undead has teamed up with the genre-fluid artist Jelly Roll for their sensational new release, “House Of Mirrors.” The bittersweet, redemption tune will appear on Hollywood Undead’s deluxe edition of their latest full-length, Hotel Kalifornia Deluxe, which arrives this Friday, April 28. Read more: Switchfoot To Perform ‘The Beautiful Letdown’ In Full On 20th Anniversary Tour Hotel Kalifornia Deluxe will feature six new Hollywood Undead tracks that were not included in the album’s original rendition, which dropped in August 2022. “House Of Mirrors” marks the only collaboration on… Read more »
