YUNGBLUD, the audacious and outspoken sensation, has added gasoline to the already blazing fire with his new video release for “Lowlife.” Released through Locomotion/Geffen Records, this track stands as YUNGBLUD‘s premiere offering of 2023 issued earlier this summer at the start of his US headlining tour. Drawing inspiration from a vivid blend of influences like “Emo Shameless” and “St Trinians on acid,” according to YUNGBLUD, the visual spectacle mirrors the track’s relentless energy while diving headfirst into his imaginative universe. As the mastermind behind the music, YUNGBLUD reveals that the video wasn’t just a mere accompaniment; it was a catalyst.… Read more »
Just ahead of the release of their seventh studio album Hard Reset, The Word Alive frontman Telle Smith stopped by the idobi Studios in North Hollywood and told me why the latest era of the band truly is a… hard reset. From a recent lineup change to signing with Thriller Records—a new label created by Fearless Records founder Bob Becker—Hard Reset is inspired by self-reflection in a shut down world, a fresh start within the band’s camp, and a new perspective for Smith following a healthy break-up. The Word Alive have taken their years of experience within the… Read more »
As Fall Out Boy‘s enchanting So Much For (Tour) Dust draws to a close this weekend on August 6, a special guest and old friend graced the stage last night at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, NY. While the band flawlessly sailed through their initial 16 tracks, Gym Class Heroes‘ charismatic frontman, Travie McCoy, joined the ensemble for two cover performances. The first rendition was Gym Class Heroes and Adam Levine‘s 2011 hit “Stereo Hearts,” delivered with an ingenious twist. Fall Out Boy‘s lead singer, Patrick Stump, set the stage with a piano introduction, passionately delivering Levine’s iconic opening lines,… Read more »
Fat Nick may have made his name in the rap game, but now he is going back to his roots and releasing a pop-punk album.
Kaleena Zanders talks about the inspiration behind her music, and stepping into her own artist and DJ project as a queer, black female in a male-dominated industry.
The nerds hop onto their soap box for a little editorial on the state of the cannabis culture, how fractured it is, and what we can do to hold onto what we built!
The formidable all-female punk rock force, The Linda Lindas, follows up their summer hit “Too Many Things” with an empowering anthem, “Resolution/Revolution.” Inspired by the group’s vocalist Bela Salazar’s influences from Pantera and Judas Priest, the song emerged as a rallying cry for self-discovery and embracing individuality. The lyrics exude defiance, urging listeners to break free from societal norms and be true to themselves. With fiery determination, The Linda Lindas encourage a resolution to stay authentic while sparking a revolution against conformity. Of “Resolution/Revolution” the band shares, “Bela had been rocking out to a lot of Pantera and Judas Priest… Read more »
Coming off of the resounding success of their debut collection, Crying In The Shower, which dropped earlier this year, Letdown. is back with the dizzyingly introspective “Happiness Is Overrated.” Following the chorus’ poignant proclamation, “This is not another party song/Just someone barely holding on,” Letdown.’s latest masterpiece delves deep into the sacrifices and measures vocalist Blake Coddington is willing to take to shield himself from being hurt. The song, accompanied by a captivating music video, explores themes of disillusionment and the pursuit of true happiness—if it exists. From the opening chords, “Happiness Is Overrated” sets a haunting tone, drawing listeners… 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 »
Yeuku has shared a brand new EP, covering the full spectrum of emotions that pass through the body whilst falling in and out of love.
