We all love a powerful frontwoman, and Against The Current’s Chrissy Costanza fits the bill. The band’s new single “silent stranger” introduces fans to their “nightmare era,” which is chock-full of black and white imagery and a dark-pop edge that elevates their classic sound. It’s all about shedding the persona they’ve created for themselves and the challenges of reclaiming their authentic identity. There comes a point when the reflection in the mirror looks like a complete stranger, which Costanza sings in the lyrics, “I know all the lies/I brought to life/Now I don’t know how to be someone real/Hate that… Read more »
As per usual, The Maine has been more than generous to fans, offering amazing collabs, dropping an incredible ninth record, and sharing new acoustic renditions of their singles. After teasing a snippet of the track earlier this week, the group finally shared a stripped-down version of the dance-inducing, pop-laced banger “blame,” resulting in a haunting, heartfelt performance. Frontman John O’Callaghan’s vocals absolutely shine on this somber rendition, departing from the glitzy disco aesthetics and sounds of its original counterpart. Frankly, be prepared to sob. Listen to The Maine’s acoustic reinterpretation of “blame” below. In a recent Instagram clip, listeners can… Read more »
After releasing her stunning covers for Sheryl Crow’s “Soak Up The Sun” and Taylor Swift’s “I’m Only Me When I’m With You,” Soccer Mommy is back with the full Karaoke Night EP. Comprised of cover tracks, the EP is a culmination of the artist’s, aka Sophie Allison’s, favorite songs from her most personal influences. Now, you can also hear her relaxing indie covers of “Here” by Pavement, “Dagger” by Slowdive, and “Losing My Religion” by R.E.M. Check out the full EP below. The artist says, “All the covers on Karaoke Night are from artists that have inspired me throughout my… Read more »
Charlotte Sands is back and better than ever. The pop-rock songstress just dropped her new single, “use me,” which takes listeners on a journey of self-love and acceptance. Marking the lead single off of her highly-anticipated debut album, can we start over?, Sands opens up about the never-ending treadmill of the music industry: the highs and lows of trying to please everyone, all while trying to fulfill your own wants and dreams. The expectations of others carry a lot of weight, especially as an up-and-coming star. But through cathartic lyrics and powerful imagery, Sands releases herself of the pressure and… Read more »
Twenty years is a long time to be a band. It is no surprise that there would be an incredible amount of ups and downs along the way. From success and friendship, to illness and near-death experiences, life threw a lot at blink-182. Today, the iconic pop-punk trio has returned, in their original formation, to give us a brand new song and music video. “ONE MORE TIME” is crafted from the best parts of blink-182. Mark Hoppus, Travis Barker, and Tom DeLonge ARE blink-182. This song serves as an emotionally charged recollection of everything that makes them special, for fans… Read more »
There are many ways to celebrate Halloween as an adult. You can have a ton of red cocktails with dry ice fog floating off the top, you can head to a themed Emo Night at your favorite dive bar, you could stream all of the ‘Halloween’ movies (even the really bad ones), and/or you can don a Fall Out Boy tee made just for the season. The guys are offering two Halloween T-shirt designs in their online store and for only 48 hours. One design features the faces of Pete Wentz, Patrick Stump, Joe Trohman, and Andy Hurley, along with… Read more »
boygenius have shared an amazing animated visual for their beautifully cathartic song, “Cool About It” today. A group that is praised for their remarkable lyricism, the last verse of this track is absolutely astonishing. They are capable of painting a vivid picture of human emotion and experience, with such simple delivery. “But we don’t have to talk about it / I can walk you home and practice method acting / I’ll pretend being with you doesn’t feel like drowning / Tellin’ you it’s nice to see how good you’re doing / Even though we know it isn’t true”. boygenius depicts… Read more »
In anticipation of their upcoming full-length album GODMODE, In This Moment has been gradually teasing their audience with song releases. They first dropped “The Purge” and the titular track early this year, sparking significant buzz around the album release. Now, they’ve unveiled a gripping cover of Björk‘s 1995 hit “Army Of Me,” originally featured on her chart-topping sophomore album, Post. Björk‘s original rendition of “Army Of Me” is a mesmerizing blend of electronic beats coupled with her unique vocal musings. In reimagining this classic track, In This Moment pays homage to its essence and integrity while infusing their signature fusion… Read more »
blink-182 fans are basically celebrating a straight-up holiday today. After dropping teaser after teaser and hint after hint, the band has confirmed that they are, in fact, releasing a new album. The LP, aptly titled ONE MORE TIME…, is arriving on October 20, and the pre-orders for new vinyl and merch were announced shortly after. Basically, you need to hop on their website ASAP. The band is selling seven vinyl variants, and three of them are already sold out. Currently, the standard black vinyl is available for pre-order for $32.98. Additionally, color variants including an exclusive yellow “Egg Splatter Vinyl,”… Read more »
Fans of L.S. Dunes have something to celebrate today, and it’s not new music. The modern rock quintet released the third and final installment of their ‘Limitless Sky’ documentary. The Past Lives artists gave listeners and fans the opportunity to look into their writing and recording process at Joshua Tree. From talking about tracking and songwriting all the way to watching lead vocalist Anthony Green cook pasta for his friends, the laid-back video offers an intimate look at the behind-the-scenes of the guys’ collaborative process. Check out the first and second installments of the documentary, then check out the third… Read more »
